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Frocks for the ladies-in-waiting could be mistaken for cocktail dresses, complete with pockets, jewel tones and all the latest trends ...Read the full article
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Katherine R from Canada writes: Why do people still feel they need a Barbie and Ken wedding with a dozen bridesmaids? It's so corny and dated. A wedding is between two people - all the theatrics will not ensure the success of the marriage.
- Posted 17/05/08 at 3:03 AM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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P Martin from St. John's, Canada writes: We had a small bridal party - 10, which included ourselves, bridemaids, groomsmen, flower girl and ring bearer. And it was lovely, or so everyone said. Even the dresses for the bridemaids were stunning. I know that two of the bridemaids wore the dresses a couple of times after the wedding, to special events.
- Posted 17/05/08 at 9:49 AM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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Velma from Burlington from Canada writes: When we got married, we had a best man and matron of honour - that was it! After having been a bridesmaid three times myself (in the 80's) I had no intention of torturing relatives and friends by choosing ugly dresses. Our matron of honour was the one responsible for us meeting, so it was a no-brainer to have her as my only attendant. While shopping for a bridesmaid dress I told her to pick out whatever she wanted, my only stipulation was that it should co-ordinate with the colours we had chosen for flowers and the cake. Not a problem - she chose a style that was actually very similar to my dress (since I didn't go for the frilly frou-frou bridal gown but a very simple sheath dress with a jacket over) in a nice hunter green that she was actually able to shorten and wear to a Christmas party the next year.
- Posted 17/05/08 at 11:14 PM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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J Smith from Canada writes: As I read this article with amusement, I couldn't help but think that there is no way any guy could convince his other guy friends to wear something akin to the hideous bridesmaid's dresses described here.
So why do women allow themselves to be put in this position? Does any semblance of backbone go out the window the minute you are asked to be a bridesmaid? Here's a suggestion: "No, I will not wear that dress".- Posted 19/05/08 at 10:22 AM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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Dan Thomas from Canada writes: This article was good for a laugh. My wife and I got married last spring, she let her girls pick the dresses and they all picked the colour together. Worked well, they really did have dresses they could and have worn again. As for the guys, simple classic tux, nothing too fancy. I am just happy there are no weddings to attend this year, our own and 3 others last summer was enough for a while.
- Posted 21/05/08 at 12:46 AM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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whatevah D from Canada writes: Katherine R from Canada writes: Why do people still feel they need a Barbie and Ken wedding with a dozen bridesmaids? It's so corny and dated. A wedding is between two people - all the theatrics will not ensure the success of the marriage.
I'm with you! My hubby and I eloped... just the two of us in Europe. It was amazing and I would do it again in a second- Posted 21/05/08 at 8:56 AM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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Anon in Ottawa from Canada writes: We're getting married this August, and each are having three attendants. My sister is the only BM who needed a new dress, my other BMs are re-wearing dresses that were bought for other weddings (in one case, a dress that I bought for my friend's wedding).
I think the focus on the wedding production is the biggest problem. Most people put more attention into their colours and the wedding than they will into their relationship and their marriage. (and don't think that the wedding INDUSTRY isn't helping people make these decisions - there's a lot of money tied up in someone's 'big day' that they'll 'only do once'.)- Posted 25/05/08 at 11:25 AM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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H M from Canada writes: Yes, my dearest girlfriend, I will submit to being shoved into a highly unflattering style and colour, but I am getting it in writing you will be an attendant at my wedding. Tell me again how flattering lime green is?
- Posted 26/05/08 at 5:34 PM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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ms beee from Ottawa, Canada writes: Interesting article, but you've completely neglected the most popular (and budget friendly) manufacturers. I'd rather wear a $150 ugly dress than have a $500 designer one that I'd STILL never pick out on my own. Dessy, After Six, Alfred Angelo and Alexia have all come out with nice, simple, classy designs in recent years....don't feel you need to spend a ton to get a cute dress. And don't forget that everyone will need to pay close to $100 in alterations because they are not proportioned for most women.
- Posted 30/05/08 at 6:20 PM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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Katherine R from Canada writes: J Smith from Canada writes: As I read this article with amusement, I couldn't help but think that there is no way any guy could convince his other guy friends to wear something akin to the hideous bridesmaid's dresses described here.
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My husband was forced to buy a ridiculous out fit for a pompous wedding in Martha's Vineyard. His "friend" made my husband and the the 5 or 6 other groomsmen buy Brooks Brothers blazers for $500 US (when the Can. $ was at an all-time low), preppy Brooks Brothers khakis and shirt PLUS a bloody awful pink tie covered with fishhooks! The total cost of the outfit? Almost $800 US!! PLUS we had to pay for tickets to Boston, ground transportation, accomodation, etc. This wedding cost us thousands. My husband looked like Thirsten Howell III from Gilligan's island and has never worn the outfit since. (anyone want to buy a navy blazer with brass buttons?)
My point is, guys can also get sucked into spending cash on silly wedding uniforms if the bride and groom catch wedding fever...- Posted 05/06/08 at 5:14 AM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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Anna Banana from Vancouver, Canada writes: I'm annoyed by the tips on "convincing the bride," which make it sound like she's going to be some irrational brat who needs to be coaxed into picking something decent and tasteful for her bridesmaids. Give me a break. The article mentions that with most brides these days being older and more mature, it's likely that they'll be looking out for the interests of their bridesmaids. Let's quit with the stupid stereotypes of the selfish bride, shall we? Some people have bad experiences with crazy brides, but many do not.
- Posted 12/06/08 at 2:52 AM EDT | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment
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