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Am throwing this to all expats to help me out here!!
My youngest son is getting married in december and I am desperate to find the right outfit!
I have been looking around for a while, but just cant find the 'wow' dress!

While its not all about 'me' I do want to look amazing!!
It doesnt help that the brides mum is very slim, blonde, and ' scrubs' up very well!, where I am just struggling to reach 5 foot, a bit overweight, and now going extremely grey, due to a sudden reaction to hair colour, leaving me now allergic to it!
As said, dont want to take the shine from the bride, but just need to find an outfit that makes me look and feel good!!
Any ideas? :fingerscrossed:

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What sort of 'do' is it? Is it formal or more casual? Inside or out? Morning ceremony or later in the day? Will you want to change into an outfit later for the night time do? (I've never done this before, but the last wedding we went too, in the UK, all the women changed into another outfit for the night do:blink:)

What features do you like and what do you prefer to cover up? Trousers or dress/skirt? Flats or heels?

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Its 4.30pm, not in a church, but in a winery
Def want a dress, preferably with sleeves!
Thanks:)

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This would be lovely with some bright red accessories, such as peep toe shoes and a clutch handbag. Don't know your colouring so not sure if you can wear strong colours like these? I would also think about a thin red belt if the dress isn't too empire line style. A small fsscinator would complete the look and you could go either retro (40s) or bring it bang up to date.

http://www.johnlewis.com/ghost-holly...-spot/p1363888

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This is nice and you could team it with a plain shawl/wrap with neutral shoes and handbag

http://www.johnlewis.com/precis-peti...multi/p1285124

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http://int.debenhams.com/au/women/oc...wear/sortby/7/

Debenhams have a sale on right now, might b worth cashing in and buying yer outfit now. This is a link to the occassional/evening wear dept.

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Have you looked in The Wardrobe in Joondalup. They have some nice stuff in there. Also the new Hotbods at Currambine isn't just for ball dresses so that place is worth a look too. You've got a while so try some of the UK websites who are obviously just starting to sell summer stuff.

Monsoon and M&S would be worth a look and I got accessories for my SILs wedding from Jacque Vert, not cheap but great quality. Don't discount one that doesn't have sleeves, you can always get a little lacy shrug type thing to go over the top.

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I like this one, nice fascinator and strappy shoes.

http://www.marksandspencer.com/appli...lt/p/p60057181

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I think something in pale blue would look nice with grey hair. Obviously you want to look your best but don't stress too much... there's nothing anyone can do that will take the shine from a bride on her wedding day. :lol:

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http://uk.monsoon.co.uk/view/product...4.4/5532320208

http://uk.monsoon.co.uk/view/product...4.3/5530136108

http://uk.monsoon.co.uk/view/product...4.4/5530586106

http://www.johnlewis.com/chesca-silk...ricot/p1279147

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Being semi-grey and proud of it, I disagree. I think you shouldn't try to 'tone in' with grey hair but choose whatever colours you like, within reason, and suit you. You need to feel confident. Personally I prefer clear, strong colours rather than pastels for formal occasions - nothing fussy or too many accessories.
Above all, something that feels good, simple lines, nothing remotely experimental.

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My two bob's worth - I think it's important to buy your dress in person, rather than online. I know you can usually return clothing, but it might be a long haul before you find the dress that's perfect for you.

You already have some great links here - I'd add, look up bridal shop websites in Perth, many also cater for mother of the bride/groom.

Style, colour etc is such a personal preference, but I'd keep away from wishy washy colours - from your photo I think rich, jewel colours would look gorgeous on you. You'll be looking for a beautiful fabric/s that won't crinkle too much in the Perth heat.

Just a tip from personal experience - for a really special event I always have my make-up done professionally at home. The difference it makes it absolutely amazing and I think it's money well spent. The make-up is designed to withstand the heat and you get little pots of lippy etc to refresh your make-up later. A lot of make-up artists are mobile, don't be afraid to call as many as you want until you find one that you think sounds right for you, I called quite a few before I found one that was experienced in working with older women (not saying you're old! but some do just seem to cater for the stick thin 20 somethings). I usually get my hair done at home too - this all saves you from dashing about the place and getting flustered.

I'm sure you'll find the perfect dress and look absolutely gorgeous :starsmile:

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:ohmy:

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Good advice there. But be prepared to try on lots of dresses. :blink:

Somebody mentioned blue, going off your pic, skin tone, I think you would suit a rich blue. Like cornflower blue or electric blue.


Good luck and enjoy the experience.:thumbsup:

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Forgot to say before, Queens Park have beautiful 'dressy' dresses in lots of different sizes. I usually go to their outlet in Harbour Town (cheapskate, me!) but there are other shops in Perth too :)

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I like the style, but it looks too long for me :(

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Too frumpy for me:(
But I do appreciate your help! :)

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Is queens park the name of the shop, or is the shop in queens park?:sneaky:

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Name of the shop. Just checked, there's only the Harbour Town one now. I think it's worth a look though.

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What do you like to wear? Style, fabric, colour?

I'm a bit partial to a mermaid costume with flashing fairy lights but it's not for everyone.

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No problem :) Guess my style must be frumpy then :lol:

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Like so, with a fairylight necklace or tiara.

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:lol:

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I don't find it frumpy at all. With a red lippy and red sandals that would be a great summer outfit. I may actually order that for me :)

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There are some really unique outfits available.

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Plus, there are special handbags.

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Really! I wouldn't describe that as frumpy! Perhaps a little too casual for a mother of the groom outfit but not frumpy! :unsure:

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Thanks for that SC, think I might have to make a space in my wardrobe for some of those ;)

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Grey hair can look stunning, there is a woman in my pilates class that has platinum grey hair, she cuts it in a sharp bob and wears bright red lips with it. She totally owns it:thumbup: hairdressers would kill to be able to produce that shade.

Wedding fashion, Avoid the mumsy shiny satin suits they push for weddings. Get something classy, well cut, even if its expensive.

Hold colours up to your face, under a good shop light, see how your skin looks, my fave colour is green, but it makes me look ill, black also makes me look deathly, but put the right colours up and you skin and eyes pop, it sounds corny but it really works.

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You look like you could carry red and as you are petite it would help you stand out too. Here are a few.

http://www.johnlewis.com/adrianna-pa...6?colour=Rouge
http://www.johnlewis.com/havren-bust...arlet/p1287121
http://au.hobbs.com/en/product/displ...efpage=dresses

Some other colours.

http://www.sachadrake.com/SHOP_ONLIN...GTH-DRESS.html
http://www.johnlewis.com/phase-eight...arine/p1283606

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Comfort and style in blue. You can't go wrong.

http://www.modestapparelusa.com/long...t-no-slit.html

And don't forget the co-ordinated millinery.

http://www.headcoverings-by-devorah....BucketKova.jpg

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Some really nice ones there.The first red dress is lovely as is the phase eight one.

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Have a look at Cue.They do some really nice well cut dresses.Also check out Coast in the city.There are a few shops along that strip that may have something.Get yourself a really nice hair cut.If you are feeling a bit over weight you have till December to lose a couple of kilos.The girls at Kit make up inside the newish mall in the city are excellent at putting a look together and aren't at all pushy.Maybe take your future daughter in law out for the day and she could help.:thumbsup:

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Do you have goodlife and fernwood gyms over there? Local deals are selling one month memberships for $19 an $29 a month! Our goodlife is brand new, like a health club, has sauna, steam room, a month of all that and you feel great!

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We have Good life but not sure about Fernwood.Last year I really wanted to join a gym with my husband as he was trying to lose weight.He hates the gym.So,since January we now go for an hours walk every evening at least five times a week.He has lost weight and it gets us out of the house for a break and the teens get to do their homework.And it is all free.:thumbsup:

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Thanks so much for your ideas, may be onto something!

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Don't worry if something is too long - you can get it shortened.

If fit is a problem, or you want to ensure originality, consider having a dress made -you have plenty of time.

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Myers have some nice ones too but they are pricey.
would you take a trip to Melbourne? there is an Anthea Crawford factory outlet there on bridge st Richmond.

she does the mother of the bride stuff in Myers and david Jones but some of the stuff in the outlet is stunning and half the price of Myers

http://www.antheacrawford.com.au/ind...th-waist-motif

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Now, that I do like!:thumbsup:

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That's more my style even as a mother of a bride. I am not the sort of person to dress in something that isn't 'me' just because it's not fancy enough. Red accessories and shoes with that dress would feel comfortable for me. Plus as I get older I am anxious that I dress age appropriate rather than some trussed up piece of mutton.