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Comments (12)Thanks for all the input! Yes, I've tried JCPenney, Lisa - four of them, to be exact. The two outfits I took home from there for her approval were both no-goes. I forgot to mention that she wants 3/4 to full length sleeves, not an especially easy summer find either. It's an outdoor wedding near the end of July and church dressy rather than formal will do. Sharon, the Sears stores around us seem to have cut back on dresses. They carry mostly two-piece outfits with tops she won't wear. I have been pushing the idea of a dressy pantsuit so that nylons and shoes won't be an issue. She is afraid she'll be the only one there not in a skirt. I think an outdoor wedding will bring all sorts of outfits - and everyone will be looking at the bride anyway! So I'm still looking in that area as well. I've never heard of bridal consignment shops. I'll have to check the yellow pages. Kit - I've tried Christopher and Banks - lots of cute separates, but nothing I could co-ordinate for her. I have found blouses there for her that don't have double and triple darts in front. I'm not familiar with Coldwater Creek or Ann Taylor, but will Google them tomorrow. Nicki - As far as I know, all of the Jacobson's stores are gone. I used to love shopping there. There was a large one in Jackson, as well as Ann Arbor and Birmingham. (I grew up in Berkley, used to live outside of Jackson). I don't get to the Birmingham/Bloomfield area, but I've been in every store in Briarwood, Arborland and Westland while visiting Mom and my sons. We even drove over to Jackson to check out an Elder Beerman store there. Beverly, Travel Smith is another new one for me to check out tomorrow. Deanna, I've never heard of Schweissers or Glad Rags. I'll have to get up early tomorrow to run all of my Google searches!! No, I didn't get out kayaking, but I still have hopes. My son and his fiance are here now and they're going to take the kayaks down the hill to the lake tomorrow. Then a friend I used to work with is coming up for several days. We'll get out every day the weather permits. Thanks so much for all of your suggestions. I'll let you know how I make out. Bonnie...See MoreDid you Christmas shop on line more than ever?
Comments (14)YES and I got better deals because online I can find all sorts of coupon codes for discounts and most all had free shipping so I got it for cheaper than it would have been in the store and I did not spend a dime for gas to go get it. I much prefer to do it online if I can get it for the same or lower prices. I am just not into the big shopping crowds. In a wheelchair it is really difficult to get around in crowds and I am always afraid of someone falling on me or me running over someones foot. I had one guy a while back at the mall, he was busy talking on his cell phone totally not paying attention to his real surroundings and veered right into me and ended up sitting in my lap!! Then they act like it was your fault! A lady walking beside us that saw what happened told him well it's a good thing it was not a fountain you would end up on youtube like the other idiot that was not paying attention while on their cell phone. I thought that was a great come back!!...See MoreNiece's wedding - dress shopping
Comments (20)Thank you all for taking the time to reply - I've been so busy at work today I haven't had time to check back much. Re: the first green RL dress... I didn't think of to mention it earlier, but looking at that photo made me realize I don't wear or particularly care for that type of drapy neckline. I think it's probably because I'm fairly large busted, and don't need any more oompf in that area. :) I love the second green / black patterned one but it's probably not what I'm searching for for a June wedding. I also really like the floral one. I seem to be at a stage in my life where I second guess a lot of what I like, or I think I like - wondering "am I too old for that??" - but then sometimes I tend to sway too far to the 'safe' side and end up dressing too old. These are two more that I like.... the first is from ModCloth. Also comes in a deep sapphire blue. And I can't get a picture to load of this one, sorry. http://www.bhldn.com/product/eleanor-dress...See MoreFollow up to dress shopping
Comments (22)Thank you all for the compliments on the dress! I am really surprised by how many of you like the pattern. I was certain the silly string orange would turn most people off! I could probably get away with the colors -- though I think the bright coral leans more spring/summer. The bigger issue for me is that it will be late October and an outdoor wedding. Here in the mid-atlantic, the air will be cool even if it is a warm sunny day. The ceremony is outdoors and the reception will be in a heated tent on the mansion grounds so yeah, the reception should be comfortable but i'd really rather have sleeves or an actual layer. A wrap is too much when walking around/dancing, etc if I need to keep it wrapped around my arms. Regardless, I will be keeping the dress! I got it for a great price and I am sure it will be the perfect thing for one of the pending weddings (there's one in April.. and one yet to set a date)....See MoreBumblebeez SC Zone 7
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