I love everything about this dress except I think it's too bubblegum pink. I like blush, mauve, super pale, and bold pinks. but not this color. IDK why, but I think this pink makes the fabric look cheap.

but do I think the color is too bold for a MOB? no! it's gorgeous. what I love about today is that there are very few rules anymore. besides not wearing white, of course.

This is a fun thread of MOB dresses. For the dresses, but also because all of these brides look just like their moms! So cute.

IloveMod, I like all white bridal parties.

you're right, I totally forgot that white bridal parties was a thing too! my bridal party was all black.

I think the guests might want to steer clear of wearing white dresses though.

I agree the picture is of the Molners.

I woukd still like to see the MOG!

yes, it says it is.... the "we heart the Molners," across the bottom...but i just assumed that was the bride's married name

gotta stay more on top of People

door prize for anyone who finds a MOG pic

It looks like a dress for a teenager. Color is fine for any age, but she is a little old for an off the shoulder dress. Yes, she does not show her age, but she is not 18.

“door prize for anyone who finds a MOG pic”

They are a mystery! (smart people 😊)

From TV guide.

”Ellie Couric’s life accomplice hails from the Mountain Lakes, New Jersey. In any case, we don’t really think about his family foundation. Mark couldn’t be found on Instagram too. Mark Dobrosky’s folks are Dennis and Loretta Dobrosky.

He likewise has two kin in his family. His sister is Christine, who additionally played Lacrosse at Princeton. Likewise, his brother Dave played the game at Harvard. The family lives in New Jersey. Because of deficient data on the web, we can’t find more about them.”

Mtn, if you look on Katie’s IG grid, they’re on the bus in this video. MOG has on lavender:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CRCCRGxNwOh/?utm_medium=copy_link

(They’re also in another video, standing at the front/groom-side chairs.)

Do i get points for finding the registry LOL

Bridal Registry

Thanks, Annie. They have excellent tastes!

Here's Katie's other daughter singing.

Songbird

I think the bride looks like Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

She looks great, as does her daughter. I prefer this look to all those MOB/G boring dresses that make the wearer look older and stiff. The dresses are almost always long, sequined, a shade of dull, with a jacket. Many women look like stuffed sausages in that type of dress. Yawn. Katie is vibrant, and yes, it appears that her daughter said to wear whatever you want. Good for her.

I think they all know how to have fun and don't get too hung up on "shoulds". That 80's party looks hilarous and such a fun way to kick off the wedding week-end. Jane Fonda and Richard Simmons look-a-likes are too funny!

I have no criticisms about the dress, I think she looks great. My only concern is that the combination of the color and the volume might be too bold for the wedding party photos. In the few photos we see, my eye goes right to it.

Sad, but I'm googling Wedgewood folia round vase. It's nice!

IMO, a MOB's dress should be understated, tasteful, age appropriate, and not draw attention away from the bride. Katie's dress fails all of those criteria. The same rules apply for MOG's dress, and her dress is perfect . Katie's dress is pretty, but wrong color, wrong style, wrong for the occasion. Mom's who have daughters getting married need to remember it's their daughter's wedding and it's their day to shine. No one cares what the MOB's (or MOG's) wearing as long as she looks nice. Mom's have other other times when they can dress however they want, but let your daughter have her special day in the spotlight .

I love the best woman's dress too!! Just love it. And I love the photo of the whole bridal party. It looks so natural. The other woman's dress is a tad incongruous, but it could be worse. That said, I am a devotee of eclectic home decorating, boho, "curated" or however you want to call a mix of elements. I don't like rigid static decorating or clothing. It's always a fine line about what element is going to put it over the top. For example, I like the sleeve style of the bride's sister/best woman's dress, and it has the same colors as Katie's dress, so to me, they all go together well. The grey and black dress has just a little bit too mod of a pattern to really play nice with the rest, but the colors are muted so it isn't that far off the mark as far as looking good to me. Yes, much nicer than those static looks that are in all the catalogs and magazine spreads.

I can imagine Katie and her daughter shopping together for MOB dresses and her daughter pulling that for her to try and then convincing her it is the PERFECT dresss for the wedding. No way would Katie (I don't imagine) spring a dress like that on her daughter without approval. They look so happy; I doubt there was any MOB dress tension between them.

I do think the one "oddish" thing about the fit is it looks like perhaps it was altered to raise the front for more bust coverage.

Katie did a shout out to the designer. This dress was soecifically made for her.

The dress was designed for KC by Georgian Chapman (Harvey Weinstein‘s ex-wife). It’s good to see that she still has high profile clients.

Mom's have other other times when they can dress however they want, but let your daughter have her special day in the spotlight .

I disagree. The bride's "special day in the spotlight" is neither enhanced or overshadowed by something so inconsequential.

I think MOB/G can dress how they want, I just think this was a bad choice.

For those interested, Georgina Chapman is currently seeing actor Adrian Brody. Cute couple. Unlike Harvey.

Aww, I thought Katie looked beautiful and very happy. I didn't spend any time criiquing the dress itself (unlike me) but can see why some may think the dress choice was less than perfect. I think I got so caught up in her glowing happiness and excitement for her daughter on her Instagram page I failed to take in all the details. Even after looking with a more critical eye, I still think she looks beautiful in her dress. Final answer :)

I'm happy for Katie that she can look so nice and walk apparently so effortlessly....things so many people take for granted. (something I struggle with) She seems to have a wonderful relationship with her daughter...Katie hopefully is in a loving marriage, can hear and see well and experiences overall good health. If she and her daughter were pleased with their dresses who cares what color/shade of pink cut, style etc. the MOB wears. Also, Katie's daughter was able to have her mom share in her special day. I know of several young woman who's moms were all younger than Katie, can only visit at a cemetery...sorry for my wet blanket post.

Indigo, your post is very true. I'm sorry to hear about your health issues. And I think all of us would agree that the most important thing about the day was that it was a wonderful family event that the mom was there to enjoy with her healthy, happy family.

By the same token, when we post about our homes, i think we would all agree that, just because we are looking for a throw pillow, that we aren't also fortunate and grateful to have a roof over our heads, and to live in peace.

Just because we talk about silly things, does not mean for a second that they are anyone's priorities. Look at the original post. The question wasn't about the family or the happy occasion ... the question was just idle chat about a dress.

I know, MTN, that's why it was hard for me to post. And it wasn't just about what was said here; people in general can be so catty/critical of others....as far as our homes, I think creating a nurturing or whatever one is seeking for their environment in their own space is important. and this is a safe space for people to get opinions and feedback etc. (We all know what happened on the other side when *some* overly opinionated people took over.!) I seem to be rambling, and fear I have derailed/ruined the thread. I hope not, Eld - -----carry on!

Mtn, thanks for articulating perfectly my purpose for posting this thread.

Indigo, these threads sometimes take on twists and turns, often veering off to the most unlikely places.

I think you have valuable things to say, maybe start a thread with your concerns?

That's what I come here for - "conversations" - and I'm glad it's not a tightly edited forum.

This takes me back to the post the other day about dressing a petite plus body. This a good example of both something that can devour a petite frame, but that balances it with a focal point.

I would have reduced the fullness of the skirt and done the embroidery in a monochromatic color pallette for a slightly better look overall.

That being said, I am a devotee of embellishment in moderation and like the direction this dress was going

I referred to this link in an earlier post above but forgot to put it in. As I said above, the dresses are interesting but the best part is seeing how much the DD's look like the Mom's!

https://www.marthastewart.com/7954413/mother-of-the-bride-dresses?slide=696a04e7-32c3-4568-bd7c-a97a347ea105#696a04e7-32c3-4568-bd7c-a97a347ea105

Indigo, Meh, I don't think you can really argue most of our decor queries (or fashion queries) are "important" either--at least not as important as a happy, healthy family. But that's ok.

As far at cattiness. I've an interesting take on that. People are uber catty and critical of celebrities because they dehumanize them to some extent. I don't think any of us would ever be nearly as critical of someone we knew, even "behind their back," and people are never catty to each other on here, either. Celebrities are held to the very highest standard and we talk about them freely because we don't think of them as real people.

Not the best photo but here is the MOG dress.

I agree, Spanish, I think a little less volume would have been great. I was a little taken aback when I saw her dress, but she looked so cute and happy.

I think one of my DS will be getting engaged within the next year, and this thread is making me realize I’ll then have to find a MOG dress. So just now, for fun, I looked at Nordstrom and Bloomingdales for formal dresses. I didn’t see one dress that I could imagine wearing. ugh.

I dont care for the dress, IMO it would be better as a sweet sixteen type of gown. Also usually loathe the high / low hemline but thought that was probably the dress’ best feature. The color and just the general feel of it looked a little childish. Then again am not a big fan of Katie Couric so there’s that.

There are only 2 correct replies when someone says ”I like your dress.”

1) Thanks, it has pockets!

2) Thanks, I wish it had pockets!

I nominate this for the Featured Answer!

I agree with Kswl. I love the dress and it's really hard to explain wearing age appropriate clothes because everyone gets offended. But this dress is a good example, it's for a young lady going to the Club for a romantic summer dance. :)

Also, at that age...she's 64...I do think she she shouldn't be wearing a low cut strapless short dress. A strapless long dress would be nice, preferably with cap sleeves.

Plus, she needs to hold her head up instead of looking almost embarrassed in the dress.

I'm not a fan of the lavender MOG dress at all. That and the hair is aging.

Catty? A question was asked--if we can't give our opinions WHY ASK!?? My issues with MOG/MOB dresses goes waaaay back to when my own siblings were getting married and since then my friends over the years and the MOB dresses they chose. I don't really get the floor length thing AT ALL except in THE MOST formal weddings, NO shoulders and nothing Close to the wedding dresses style!! Someone said you can't compete with the bride SHE will always be the star--I disagree I think PLENTY of Mother's/bridesmaids have chosen poorly and it causes plenty of tittering in the group and distracts GREATLY from the bride.

Just a slight comment about the way she is holding her head. You do realize that might have gone on for maybe 3 seconds just when that particular photo was shot? I would not even notice it. But then most of the stuff that folks notice here I don't notice. My initial thought was, "Cool, pink." ;)

she has lovely shoulders and decollete, so I think she's pulling off the strapless look flawlessly. I think the age opinions are super outdated. although I do agree that the overall style does kind of make it look like a prom dress. but having problems with her showing the shoulders? whatever. she's beautiful.

I think it’s fun that she keeps sharing different parts of the wedding. You really can feel all of the emotions she experienced.

Oh, God forbid we have "tittering" in our groups! 😆

There is no one right way to do a wedding. No one way of dressing that's right and no way of knowing the myriad dynamics of the people coming together for the occasion. Clearly, everyone brings their own experience to the discussion and, it would appear, some make pretty strong assertions about "how it should be done" by others.

I got married wearing a champagne colored sleeveless dress by a one-armed minister, then jumped on the back of a custom cycle and went to a dive bar to buy a round of shots, before heading off to a large venue to see Primus in concert. I have no clue what anyone else wore to our wedding, and can't imagine caring. It was a joyful day. That's all that remains.

I think some commenters here haven’t seen what prom (or clubbing) dresses look like now a days.

We attend many weddings in any given year, except for 2020. I have never thought that a bride was ever being upstaged because someone in the wedding party wore an attractive dress.

Primus!! My favorite ”cowboy” video ever! I’m jealous. 😄

I think both mothers looked great. My I do wonder if the groom was wearing socks. If he is they are flesh coloured. Second picture in the link

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-9758451/Katie-Couric-announces-daughter-Ellie-tied-knot.html

No show socks are what the kids wear these days with suits. I have a very fashion-forward 17YO boy - that's how I know.

As almost always, I agree with Ida. Katie and her family look so happy! I cannot imagine that the MOB, the MOG and the bride did not discuss their choices; so I'm assuming all were pleased with the choices. It looks like it was a joyous day. I don't think Katie looks her age. She has a good figure and she could carry off the dress. It might not be my choice, but hey, it's not my wedding, nor am I MOB!

I started to make this comment on another thread (the quote). These threads are fun, but when they get too critical, too catty, they are not fun anymore.

I forgot to mention this earlier, my funniest wedding outfit memory …

My SIL had a very beautiful, very formal wedding (early 90s). We were all dressed as such.

Very late to the reception, in walks a cousin and his wife. They were dressed in identical western outfits, including cowboy hats.

Think Garth Brooks:

My SIL didn’t care a bit, she was happy to see them…. although I do remember a few older relatives tut-tutting. :D

I would hardly think that the happy folks at that wedding give a hoot about what others think, so titter away although some folks who did wear strapless at 61 might feel a little sad hearing it was gauche . . . I would laugh off such thoughts. I've been counterculture my whole life. My wedding dress was nice but ended up being a tad unflattering. I let it go. I had a blast that day. The worst faux paus at our wedding was we ran out of wine. We had no idea our friends were such winos! We ended up with almost a case of beer left . . . also the buffet servers packed up the leftovers pronto for taking them home themselves, leaving a few folks who wanted seconds unsatisfied . . . that was weirdly unexpected. Our volunteer sound person was kind of off the ball, he didn't utilize well the five hours of songs hubs downloaded. Also our volunteer wedding photographer was a no show. We got by with employing some last minute requests for friends to take some extra shots and share. I was disappointed in the table centerpieces, but finding something affordable was a challenge. We wanted mums but even though they were everywhere a couple of weeks prior, we had to settle for some rather sickly looking celosia. We went to a produce market right before the wedding to save money.

l pinkmountain I had a nice-yet-unflattering dress too! it was strapless and I was adamant against boning, so it kept slouching down. did I care? NOPE. I had it photoshopped out later though, lol.

my main regret is that I was being rather snobbish about having flip flops for later. normally I'm a super casual person, but I was dead set against it for the wedding. huge mistake. it was hot, my high heels were killing me, and the gold flats I brought felt too tight and sweaty. I ran around barefoot, but that was difficult since the bottoms of my feet were almost blistered from so many hours in the heels. it was agony. I would have killed for the white flip flops that so many brides change into.

I remain amused that someone upthread actually said people "titter", apparently as a warning against doing anything to invite such. Good grief. Mature women should not give two hoots about the smallness of any silly "titterers"; one thing we older women earn along with the gray hair and wrinkles is the inalienable right to do and wear and say and eat and buy (and on and on) whatever we like without giving an actual damn how anyone else views it.

And the thing is, most people do not care one whit. People are so concerned with their own selves that they actually care very little, if at all, how others choose to present themselves.

If you are surrounded by "titterers", I encourage you to find a better class of friends. Seriously.