@KirbyMom On the Siri site that @blossom linked to…I think this dress fulfills almost everything you are seeking, especially the classic look. I know you want tea length but perhaps they can make it for you in that length:
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GRIT, I didn’t think about this, but when I had my dress made, it has 3/4 sleeves in lace. Because mine is a tunic with pants, I have worn it to a black tie affair and have another coming up in January.
My DIL had loose, Lacey sleeves died to her wedding dress.
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I’ve now had 6 dresses delivered. Of the two that came yesterday one is a definite no. The other I want to try on for a few people to get opinions. It needs alterations on the top and I’m not sure how doable it will be. What I discovered is I love the fabric. It is a heavy duty stretch jersey which I think works well for my body. The dress is made by Jason Wu, the original price was over 2000 but it was $600 on Saks off 5th. It’s by far the most expensive dress I’ve ordered and double what I want to spend especially since it will need alterations beyond just a hem. It’s sold out but I’ll try to find a link or photo.
I still have several coming from Nordstrom, Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s.
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This is not a designer dress but it is navy and jersey. $185 at Dillard’s. Alex Evenings V-neck Embellished Sleeve Knot Front Stretch Matte Jersey. Good luck finding a dress!
Thank you. I’m not familiar with Dillards. I did find the same dress in another color on Amazon so just ordered it. I might have the same issue on the top.
I don’t need designer. The dress I wore for as Mom of bride for my other daughter I loved and got for under $100.00.
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It is a beautiful dress.
https://www.amazon.com/Alex-Evenings-Womens-Embellished-Fuchsia/dp/B07YW8P9NX
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Beautiful dress, plus it will accommodate a bra/shapewear easily.
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Thanks, that’s lovely!
Need help. Not a mom of the bride or groom - it’s a close friends’ son’s wedding. In San Diego in October, outside wedding, early afternoon, somewhere near the ocean. Dinner is also outside at a different location later that evening. Recommended attire is cocktail.
But now, am not sure. Seems a bit too much for an afternoon wedding? I think it made me look a bit top heavy - I think I’d prefer the dress be a bit longer (not floor length, but below the knee).
Suggestions on what styles would work better?
Here is what Dillards shows for “cocktail” … a lot of variety
https://www.dillards.com/c/women-dresses-cocktail?emphasize=$mfName%3AAlex%20Evenings
Personally for a day like that I’d want a dress with a jacket or easy ability to wear a sweater at the outside evening dinner.
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@arisamp - I love that brand, but that would be too, “sparkly” for me for a daytime wedding. Maybe I am too old school. I mean if it were maybe starting at 4:00 and going into the evening, I would do it.
I think a sleeve or sweater is wise for San Diego.
Any preference on colors? Cut?
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Sorry - my reply went to @Colorado_mom instead of just to the thread itself.
@Hoggirl - that’s exactly what I was thinking. A little too sparkly. I think the wedding is at 2pm, but I’ll have to confirm that. I have to say though that the dress feels really good - I understand all the positive reviews for this brand!
No real preferences for colors or cuts. I would like something that hides or at the very least minimizes the slightly rounded tummy 
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October in coastal Ca could be warm at 2pm. It’s in my opinion the nicest month in the beach areas of Ca. What about sending a screen shot to your friend and ask her opinion.
The dress is nice and looks comfortable and a great price. Maybe you can find something similar in a solid with no sparkle.
Places I’ve looked- Amazon, Zappos, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Saks off fifth, Bloomingdales.
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@mom60 October has always been my favorite month here in San Diego. The beaches and the weather are gorgeous and the tourists are mostly gone!
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https://www.dillards.com/c/women-dresses-midi?facet=mfName_ntk_cs%3A"Komarov"
Here is a link to Komarov dresses at Dillards. I have seen this brand mentioned on here frequently for weddings.
To me, these strike a nice balance between coastal and evening.
Wonder if folks are planning on changing in between???
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Personally, I’ve never changed from wedding to reception and haven’t noticed anyone every doing so either.
It’s nice to just be able to relax between events instead of having to find a place to swap outfits.
I’m sure you can find one outfit that can be suitable for both.
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