https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 02:05:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas/page/2#post-2336235 Fri, 25 Aug 2023 05:54:46 +0000 rachylou 2336235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m late and see you have decided—I remember the blue. It’s a good dress. But, I have to say I think the orange gown is beautiful on you. A stunner </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas/page/2#post-2336232 Fri, 25 Aug 2023 04:26:35 +0000 Sal 2336232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like your dress. By far the most important thing is enjoying the special occasion. Your choice is so elegant and stunning on you. </p> <p>Weddings here are so varied in what people choose to wear. </p> <p>You could look at a hat or fascinator if that’s your type of thing? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas/page/2#post-2336189 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 18:44:23 +0000 marija 2336189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK then! &nbsp;It’s decided. &nbsp;I’ll go with my gut and stick with 12. &nbsp;#6 is about $400 and if it is not necessary, then I will go with the one I already own. I’ll take Carla’s advice and look how to style it all up. &nbsp;</p> <p>I must say that no one will be judgy at this wedding. &nbsp;I’m very lucky. &nbsp;I just want to look my best. &nbsp;And thanks for the compliments. &nbsp;It’s always funny how the things that drive someone crazy about their own body (my torso - it feels long, and hair!) are what others like. &nbsp;That was certainly a boost to my spirits!</p> <p>I’ll send a photo of the day!</p> <p>Merci! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas/page/2#post-2336187 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 18:18:12 +0000 lyn67 2336187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, you really look fab in many of these-so I understand the hesitation somehow. Sometime is harder to decide on the one among all good-than the one amongs other less good, isn't it. For the venue you said and from the blue ones (which seems your fave color) my heart goes to nr 6, 11&amp;12. Can't wait to see how you decided!:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas/page/2#post-2336178 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:16:24 +0000 Angie 2336178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#6 and #12 remain my faves! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336173 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 16:47:17 +0000 Elle 2336173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love #6 and #14 the best followed by #11 and #12.&nbsp; &nbsp;I know you want sleeves but your arms look amazing.&nbsp; You do look wonderful in that cobalt blue.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Weddings can bring out the judgmental side in people (sigh) so I agree that if the bride and groom are happy and you feel good in your dress, then go with your gut feeling.&nbsp; Have a wonderful time and congratulations </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336172 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 16:31:14 +0000 Cardiff girl 2336172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well you have a great figure and fab hair so it’s probably not easy to choose as they all look good on you.l would go with your own preference and gut feeling.If the bride and groom are ok with your choice then no body else s thoughts really matter do they.You will never please everyone as fashion is subjective so why not please your self and your loved ones. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336167 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 15:35:23 +0000 Irina 2336167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe you should buy the brown dress for other occasions - looks fantastic on you and it’s an interesting dress </p> <p>My favorite is #6. I like #12, too. For the photos, I think it’s better than MOB and MOG have dresses in the same length. But that’s just me :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336129 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 06:50:27 +0000 The Cat 2336129@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look stunning in your blue dress (#12)! Wear it with confidence, pride, jewelry and an elegant bag!</p> <p>(To my eye, several of the other dresses look a bit boring or frumpy in comparison to your own dress.)</p> <p>I feel sorry for those who live in places where there seem to be certain expectations to--or even pressure on--the mothers of bride and groom regarding the dresses. Happily, this is not the case everywhere.</p> <p>Anyway, you can't please everyone. So care most about the opinions of your loved ones, and listen to your own feelings.</p> <p>Best wishes for a joyful event. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336123 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 05:20:49 +0000 Bijou 2336123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favourites of the long gowns are #6 and #1. I really like the dress you own in #11 too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336105 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:54:21 +0000 marija 2336105@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you. &nbsp;I appreciate Your comments. &nbsp;I have two more I tried at a consignment shop today (Thanks Suz!). I loved wearing the brown dress, but looking at the photo, I don’t think it looks that great on me. &nbsp;The blue dress looked very nice and it is that blue colour. &nbsp;The Cracker Jack about it is that it is $40. Lol. &nbsp;</p> <p>It does mean a lot that Angie and Carla and others think that the dress in my closet will help me look fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336043 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 16:57:51 +0000 Angie 2336043@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think #6 is KILLER STUNNING ON YOU! I know you want sleeves though.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love #12 next.&nbsp;</p> <p>I believe Bloomingdales does a good job of shipping to Canada, so try there too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336033 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 15:55:43 +0000 Carla 2336033@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE the dress you have in your closet, and since the bride and groom have given it a thumbs up - I’d ignore anyone else’s opinion. &nbsp;At this point, with the wedding less than 2 months away, I’d focus on grooming to amp up the wedding feel of your whole presentation. &nbsp;Do a trial run with your stylist (or whoever is doing your hair) and make sure you take pictures of the look you want to replicate. &nbsp;Practice make-up so that you find the balance between what feels comfortable to you and what will work in photographs. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336009 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:33:25 +0000 RobinF 2336009@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These all look beautiful on you! I agree that if bride &amp; groom have said your dress is fine, and you feel good in it, then go for it. But really any of these would look fine. My favorites are 2, 6 and 11 though if you are looking for that :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336004 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:12:50 +0000 quietloud 2336004@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing in cobalt blue, and #11 is absolutely stunning on you, especially if #12 will be too casual. I also think #6 is super elegant and with the right jewelry it would be fantastic.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336003 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:01:56 +0000 cjh 2336003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with those who said if bride and groom approve your choice, then so be it. I like your choice, and would suggest adding sparkly jewelry and/or bag. Don’t listen to anyone else…&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2336002 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:01:19 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 2336002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My reply is long, because I got <u>opinions</u>.</p> <p>Let me start by saying, OMG #11.&nbsp; &nbsp;You look like a million bucks USD$!&nbsp; You really shine in that cobalt blue.&nbsp; I've been half a dozen fancy day weddings in the past 5-6 years, and that dress would put you ahead of everyone except the bride, on the 'dressed up' scale.</p> <p>My mom has not willingly put on a dress since I was a little kid in the 1970s. &nbsp;But she put on a dress for all of our weddings (four kids). &nbsp;And when I look at the photos, while she looks beautiful, she also looks uncomfortable and ill-at-ease.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>If I'm ever crazy enough to have a wedding again, or if I have something fancy to bring her to, I'll tell her to wear what makes her feel great, and her best authentic self.&nbsp; And that's going to be pants, and a beautiful top, and one of her sparkly statement necklaces.</p> <p>Tell you something else:&nbsp; &nbsp;people get so judgmental and ridiculous over weddings.&nbsp; &nbsp;There is this societal tendency about how everybody is 'supposed to' dress, but most especially the mothers.&nbsp; &nbsp;Society wants to marginalize women when they reach a certain age, and especially at weddings, where you get this weird and ugly little undernote of 'how dare she show out like that?'&nbsp;</p> <p>Perhaps I am being unfair to your naysayers, but I think they are reflecting back their own insecurity and regret on you.</p> <p>Marija, you are so absolutely stunning in #11.&nbsp; I feel I'm looking at <b><u>you</u></b>, and not a dress, and not a stereotypical image of a mother-of-the-groom.&nbsp; &nbsp;And the bride and groom both like it.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p><b>SHOW UP AND SHOW OUT IN THE DRESS YOU ALREADY HAVE AND LOVE.&nbsp; &nbsp;YOU ARE GORGEOUS!&nbsp;&nbsp;</b></p> <p>And if you want a new dress, I think you should definitely get #1, and make some occasions to wear it.&nbsp; &nbsp;The lines are beautiful on you, and I love the print!&nbsp; &nbsp;It feels special and unique on you.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I also really like #2 and #3, but they don't grab me like #1 or #11-12.&nbsp; They're reading more "wedding guest" to me, versus MOG.&nbsp; I also really love the Holly Golightly vibe of #6.&nbsp; &nbsp;Drape some pearl strands over it, and you're instant Audrey Hepburn.&nbsp; The nude shoes in #6 look great.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I love the colors in #7, 9, and 10 for you, they make you glow.&nbsp; &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335993 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:22:29 +0000 Anonymous 2335993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like #4 especially! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335990 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:59:46 +0000 Olive Green 2335990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dress 1 and 11 are very good on you, that neckline flatters your long lean lines.&nbsp;<br />The dress you own is perfect for a day event, also. Cobalt blue lights you up. Accessories can be very sparkly and quite pricey , per wedding norms.&nbsp;<br />Agree that if the bride and groom are OK, then it’s OK. Even if they are “only saying that to be nice” you have really lucked out with the new family member. She knows how to start a long relationship with respect and understanding. And the dress is lovely.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335979 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 05:09:17 +0000 Carol 2335979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the pattern best -- #1.&nbsp; It has a certain flair, and if you paired it with noticeable gold jewelry, I think it would be formal enough. The blue is a great color and fit on you, but not sure with nude shoes. The long nude dress is perhaps most fitting for the occasion, but I still find the patterned one best.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335978 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 04:57:30 +0000 Barbara Diane 2335978@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, you look great in all the dresses. If it’s been okayed you’re gold as far as I’m concerned. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335972 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 04:09:43 +0000 Anonymous 2335972@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I suggest you try consignment shops. &nbsp;Pay no attention to the size it has. It may have been altered. &nbsp;I got a MOtheG dress on consignment for my son in Japan in case I have no time to shop. I am envisioning a phone call that announces we are getting married next week. &nbsp; You will also need a nice outfit for the rehearsal dinner and more, like breakfast<br />on the &nbsp;morning after the wedding, maybe more. &nbsp;Go prepared. &nbsp;You can wear the blue dress for something else.</p> <p> <div><div><br /></div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335970 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 03:59:47 +0000 Suz 2335970@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, yes, now&nbsp; I remember! I <b>LOVE</b> the cobalt on you. And I agree that maybe the dress in 11 looks a bit more dressy, but it's hard to tell without knowing the fabrication.&nbsp;</p> <p>If the bride and groom are happy with what you chose, and you feel good in it, then I see no real reason not to wear it, unless the rest of the guests will be dressed in elaborate floor length gowns.&nbsp;</p> <p>And yeah, those Holt's prices are a bit ridiculous. :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335968 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 03:30:04 +0000 Echo 2335968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dresses 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 and 12 read as too casual to me, but this is VERY dependent on where you live and the norms in your area. Things that I find dressy might still read as more casual in certain other places I have lived.&nbsp;</p> <p>But I will say that you looks absolutely smashing in cobalt! It really is a fab colour on you!&nbsp;</p> <p>So I am of two minds - one, that the last dress is too casual; and two, that if the bride and groom find it aceptable, then it doesn't matter what anyone else says. However, you would need to be positive that the bride and groom aren't just saying that because they think they should or to make you feel better about it. Only you know whether they are genuine or not.</p> <p>Ideally, if you could find something longer/dressier in that same cobalt, it would be perfect! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335967 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 03:12:34 +0000 VioletMyra 2335967@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think dress#12 speaks for itself. It is perfect for your role as the groom's mum. Wear it with nude heels and stud or hoop earrings. Best wishes to you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335966 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 03:08:50 +0000 SarahD8 2335966@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my word if the bride and groom are happy with what you’ve chosen no need to listen to the naysayers! </p> <p>Although, I will say that #11 is a similar color which is super gorgeous on you, and reads a bit more dressy to me. The cut really suits you too. So perhaps an easy way to kick things up a notch? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335964 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 02:55:45 +0000 slim cat 2335964@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For traditional wedding - #6 and #10 however it's not necessary. Something should be giving you joy and uplift the mood ( plus comfort and your preferred color ). There is still time to find the best one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335962 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 02:23:09 +0000 marija 2335962@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />Suz:&nbsp; <br />Wedding is day at a church but not super formal, but formal.&nbsp;<br />Bride's mother has not chosen a dress.&nbsp; The bride and groom say my dress of choice (the last one in blue) is fine. It's other ppl. who have told me it may be a bit informal.<br />The wedding is Oct. 21st.<br />The Bay: check!<br />Holt's:&nbsp; I was on my way there and someone told me to run away b/c of the prices! lol. I was also at Bayview Village... Their clothes are just not practical at all.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />I have looked at consignment.&nbsp; I'll try again though.&nbsp; Thanks for the thought.&nbsp;</p> <p>Irina (my mother's name!), I have tried bridal stores, but I think my style is not available in any of them.&nbsp; I do like A-line because my torso is long and I like a very simple dress.&nbsp; Bridal stores tend to cater to people with a sparkly aesthetic.</p> <p>Joy, I'm debating going to the States to have a look!</p> <p>Thanks Indigo!</p> <p>Jaime, my favourite is the last blue one and that's the one in my closet.&nbsp; I am happy I bought it b/c I will wear it often even if I choose something else for the wedding.&nbsp; I'm wondering how to "fancy" it up. (It's not going to happen with the shoes!)</p> <p></p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335960 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 02:11:01 +0000 Jenni NZ 2335960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh are you really not going to wear the dress in pic 11 that I thought you decided on in an earlier thread?<br /> Is that the one two people have said is not dressy enough? I still think it’s beautiful. The vibrant cobalt really suits you.<br /> Otherwise I do like dress #3 a lot… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/toronto-styleestas#post-2335958 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 01:55:54 +0000 Indigoprint 2335958@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really #1 so Fab!<br /> My favs of this lot are the full length gowns....you were them well! </p>