Grandmother of the Bride Outfits
& Dresses 
Every grandmother has a special place in the hearts of her grandchildren.
And it's right that she should take a special place in their wedding day.
Of course, finding the perfect dress or outfit can be top of the list once the wedding date is announced and
invitation received. If you prefer more formal styles, then you'll probably want to consider matching
accessories such as hat, bag and gloves.
Shopping for Wedding Outfits
For an older woman or a grandmother, finding the right size to suit your shape and height can be a
challenge. Many stores stock ranges that are designed for
First of all, grans are likely to be shorter than the average woman, often around 5ft, or just a little taller.
In your 70's, 80's and 90's, comfort becomes important as often your waistline can be expanding and you may develop
a fuller figure.
Top tip is to find a style with an elasticated waist, this can be easy to dress in and can offer more comfort
than a more fitted style. Also, it allows for a little change in weight between the day you buy the outfit to the
actual wedding day itself.
Buying An Outfit in the UK
Taking grandma shopping requires some forethought and planning - shes unlikely to want to spend hours
walking round shopping, preferring old fashioned customer service and the old fashioned type of department store,
rather than a cozy boutique.
Stores that are top of the list for shopping for older women, of all shapes and sizes, are Eastex, Jacques Vert,
Country Casuals (now known as CC), Debenhams, House of Fraser and Phase Eight.
If it's likely to be a particularly demanding day, why not enlist the services of a personal shopper who can
pave the way and take some of the headache out of your day?
Look for designers or couture names such as Frank Usher, Ann Balon, Condici, Paule Vasseur and
Gina Smart.
Often those small family run shops that have been around for years can be great treasure troves for finding a
great jacket and skirt to team together and create your outfit.
Shopping in the USA
For seniors in the US, it's more acceptable to wear a pants suit for formal occasions.
If you already shop online, check out the special occasion section of your favorite store to see if there's
anything suitable, check their returns policy and then order. If you're not sure which size to order, then
order both sizes, so you can try on and return the one that doesn't fit.
City shopping can help if there's no suitable store near you - plan a visit and where you want to shop. If
you can obtain the services of a personal shopper, all the better, as it will save you time and make the whole
experience less stressful.
Wedding Outfit Etiquette
Don't forget those basic etiquette rules for those in the bridal party - don't plan to outshine the bride, it's
her day!
Don't wear red (too showy), white (the colour of the brides dress) or cream.
Happy shopping!
Recommended Resources
Grandmother special occasion dresses - ideas for fabulous
fashions and etiquette
Wedding Outfits UK
Directory - Weding services offers a searchable UK map, county by county, to find a shop near to you
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