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Beginner June 2020

Where can i find an Informal Garden Party type Wedding Dress?

Ann, on February 16, 2020 at 10:55 PM Posted in Wedding Attire 0 6

I am marrying my 27+ year partner on the 28th anniversary of our meeting. We have both been married before and are in our late 70's, but are still actively engaged with life, curious, and in good physical shape. We are getting married at a nature center with an informal garden/farm vibe and sunflowers as our main theme (we're getting married on the Summer Solstice.) We are inviting about 120 guests, with half being extended family. I was a hippie wanna be in the 60's and this feels right to both of us. I am envisioning a sundress that is either at knee length or halfway between maxi and knee length that is a cotton type floral with a light white, off-white, or very pale blue background. Obviously, wedding dress venders are not showing this kind of dress so does anyone have ideas as for any readymade designer or brands? I'm not looking to spend more than $200 - just a really attractive summer frock to match the informality of this amazing event. The lunch will be buffet rather than plated. My fiance is wearing (very nice and new) jeans and we've discouraged coats and ties. We'll have country music with a fiddle, banjo, guitar and singer and maybe some circle dancing to include folks our age, our kids' ages (40's and 50's) and a ton of grandchildren (well, at least eight.) Looking forward to some great ideas from this terrific forum.

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Latest activity by Ann, on February 17, 2020 at 12:34 AM
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    VIP September 2020
    Neeva ·
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    I would look online at Lulu's they have some great finds. In person you could check out a department store over a bridal store to find what you're looking for.

    I like this dress:

    https://www.lulus.com/products/one-wish-white-lace-midi-dress/465282.html

    Good luck!

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    Julie ·
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    You might have to wait to closer to spring for something like that. But Bhldn, Anthropologie's wedding line has some pretty things. Might be more than $200, but it would be something you can wear again
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    Super October 2020
    Leslie ·
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    Macy’s, Nordstrom’s, etc would be my go to. You could also try Adrianna Papell or Rent the Runway. Google and you might find more than you know.

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    Beginner June 2020
    Ann ·
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    Lulu's is a great idea! That's what my 16-year-old granddaughter wants for her birthday, a Lulu's gift certificate! The lace dress is gorgeous, but I think at 78 I want something a little less revealing and more garden colors. Thanks for the idea, Neeva!


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    Beginner June 2020
    Ann ·
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    Great idea! We have an Anthropologist near us, and when the summer clothing comes in I'll check with them. Thanks so much!

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    Beginner June 2020
    Ann ·
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    Oooh, a treasure trove full of ideas. I'm very appreciative and THANK YOU, Leslie!!!

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