dress for mother of the bride Long Flutter Sleeve Velvet Gown 22W Occasion Mother of the Bride Dress

The knee-length, straight-cut skirt, paired with the jacket, creates a smart business ensemble

The rope belt (not shown abovewearing my own) accentuates the waist, the ruffle hem lends a flirty touch, and the long sleeves are great for cool evenings

For guests: looking festive without competing As a guest, your goal is to look polished and celebratory while honoring the couple and leaving the bridal spotlight to the bride-to-be

Going slow and focusing on things like quality and fit is much more important than having every preppy style item in your closet right from the get-go

See if you can find some hay to stick in your pockets for an extra touch

North Pole Nothing screams winter more than Santa Claus and his elves