Mother of the Bride

taraclayt1

I am having a problem with finding something for my mama to wear to the wedding. I have some time to figure it out, but it is probably one of my largest concerns with the wedding.

My mama is on the short side of average and is plus size. My mama has a tendency to get hurt feelings easily, and I am scared that the dress that the future Mother in Law has picked out will make my mama feel less... important? I know that sounds crazy, but she is a sensitive lady.

Any other ladies have a full figured mama and have any suggestions for styles that worked for their mamas? All the models in these Mother of the Bride sections look like they are in their 30's, which is not the case here.

Thanks for all the help, if any!

aerinpegadrak

Where does your mom usually shop?  It's her responsibility to pick out her attire, not yours.

skippylouwho

Don't shop in bridal shops for this dress.  While some mom's are twigs, most are not. The dresses in bridal shops tend to be for a) twigs, b) ugly* c) way too expensive.  * if they are the size for larger woman then they have absolutely no style at all.

Go to Von Marr, Macys, Dillards, Talbots, Lane Bryant, Nordstroms. You can shop online at all of these stores to see what they offer.  Coldwater Creek carries larger sizes and often has attractive dressier dresses.  I've never shopped there but I've heard Chicos has nice things.  Also online, you might try Blair and there's another place but I can't think of the name - Boston ??  oh and Chadwicks.

The Macy's that I work part-time at has a huge dress section, in all sizes.  Our store has become known for it's selection. We receive an additional $650,000 in our budget for dresses, especially "fancy" dresses. We do not have a bridal section but carry a lot of dresses suitable for MOB and wedding guests.  Not all Macy's have as big of a dress area as we do but it's still worth a look.   Remember that not everything online may be in the stores and not everything in the stores will be online but you can at least see the types of clothing a store has, online, before you visit.

Sue-n-Kevin

I think you should post this on your local board. They may have some suggestions of specific stores in your geograhic area.
 
Short, plus sized dresses may be harder to find, but they are not impossible. It appears you are very concerned about your mother's feelings, which is a good thing. If she's sensitive and doesn't want to feel "less important" than your FMIL, I'm sure you can help her.

Because of her issues, it may be harder to order from any online sites. Check Lane Bryant stores, they may do her alterations if it needs to be shortened, or you can find a seamstress near you. Most large department stores (Macy's, Lord & Taylor) have plus sized sections with formal dresses.

Good luck.

dizzinea

my mom, who is very short and extremely top heavy/curvy, had really good look with mori lee montage dresses, her designs are very fattering

InLuvBride2B

I would recommend a full service bridal salon for this reason, they have very   staff that will be able to guide her to the most flattering style and they  have experienced seamstresses to adjust her dress when it comes in.  She may have to order something in the size and color she needs but it will be worth it.  Unless she can find something in a nice department store and get alterations.  She needs to look very elegant because traditional ettiquette says that she is the "hostess" of the wedding and shouldn't look like a guest.

My thoughts only and I am sure she will look just lovely with whatever she chooses.

MissHollieH

That's very sweet to worry about your mom. I have the same situation. I found some gorgeous/flattering outfits by googling women's church suits.

FDSL2010

I think it is very loving a considerate that you are worrying about your mom. Your mom is lucky to have a daughter like you. I have seen some pretty plus size dresses at Lane Bryant, JC Penney's, The Dress Barn, Dillard's, Belk, and Kohl's. Good Luck. I'm sure you both will find the perfect dress!