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I think if your groom remains dressed to the 9's and be slightly uncomfortable so should you. Not to say you can't change... but I don't think you should go from a 10 to a 3 (fomality wise)
While it is a cute dress in general, you might feel awkward if you change into something that casual. It's possible that your groom AND your guests may be more dressed up than you.
Personally, I didn't change my dress but I did wear sneakers bedazzled with my new last name underneath :) My dress was pretty large but I was having so much fun I barely noticed!
@imalittlebirdie: That was kind of mean or at least I chose to take it that way.
My wedding will be very small, only 50 people, and if people stay well into the night both FI and I will change to hang out with our friends. And also, my FI will be wearing his military uniform for the ceremony so I am certain that we will want to change into something much more comfortable later. If he chose to wear this t-shirt, then, I think it might even be cute.
@aliavenue: I don't think she meant it in a mean way... I thought that shirt was cute and would be cute if you were changing into something super casual afterwards...
I agree with PP's, I would feel a little strange getting dressed in something that casual while everyone else is dressed up, but if your groom is dressing down as well then it would be less awkward... but it's whatever you want.
@aliavenue: I don't think she was trying to be mean. I think she was just going off of the previous comment to say if only you change it might look a little strange, but if you both change into something more comfortable, then it will work out, hence the example.
I think you should go for it. I got a pretty casual reception dress, more cocktail-ish, for $40 this summer. Plus, you could jazz it up with some pretty jewelry & all your bridal accessories.
@aliavenue: i think it's a pretty dress. get a statement necklace and that can turn it into fancy fast!
@aliavenue: I LOVE IT! I think it's a perfect reception dress. What is the brand of the dress?
I did not mean for it to be mean! I actually love he ops dress but I was going off the Pp saying If the bride dresses down the groom should be able too too. Comy dress comY shirt everyone is happy. Sorry didn't mean to offend :(
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my reception dress is very comfy! FI is fine with idea as he's not going to be wearing his tie or suitcoat at that point. here's mine - please ignore the bra straps lol
I was also planning on changing into something casual but I was still considering a prom like white dress. But I think your dress is super cute, my recep is a little more formal so I can't wear something that causal :( But is your FI also changing, I know my FI will take off his jacket and losing up a bit. Good luck.
I think that dress is unmistakeably a day dress, it's really really casual. There are more formal/eveningish dresses that are still comfortable.
Honestly, I think that will look way to casual if the rest of your guests are still dressed up and you're still at your venue.
I think it is a really cute dress but probably more appropriate for a reherasal dinner or an after party or something.
Maybe you should just take the end of your post off where you ask for opinions, because you seem pretty set on buying the dress? Just want to save you some heartache and stress.
For the record, I have so many Mossimo dresses and they're very comfortable. I don't plan on having a 2nd reception dress, though.
Since you asked for opinions, I can't say I love this at all. That would be perfect for say, the morning after brunch, or maybe a low key shower, but I am not sure for the wedding. You only get to wear your wedding dress once, I think only giving it a few hours is a shame, even with a smaller wedding. Perhaps take any heavy jewelry off and change into cozier shoes, and carrying the wedding dress won't be too bad?
Just my two cents.
I just looked up your dress, and it doesn't look heavy or uncomfortable at all! If I were you, I would not change.
I think that dress would be cute on the honeymoon, but I don't like it for a wedding reception.
I think it'd be a great rehearsal dinner dress, but then again I'm all about wearing my wedding dress as long as possible the one day in my life that I get to wear it, so I'm probably a tad biased. 
I think it's a cute dress for the rehersal, or your honeymoond. But I don't think it's appropriate for a wedding.
I think it's way, way too casual for a wedding. As a guest, I would also feel a little uncomfortable being all dressed up and all the sudden you're there in a sundress. But it's your wedding, so it's your decision.
@aliavenue: Nice! That's upscale alright! I'm in Canada, and we don't have Target.
Nice choice!
I have to agree with the other ladies, that dress is too casual, but then again it's up to u!
I'm definitely personally torn between changing during the reception as well. I may feel so gorgeous and bride-y that I may want to stay in my dress all night. Hey, I might get a little too tipsy and be like "get me the f out of this GOWN right nowww!" lol and change into something short but *PROBABLY* not that comfy/casual. It's your wedding and it's your choice so if you love it and your DH is planning on changing also...go for it!! :)
I'm personally not a fan of super casual dresses for a wedding.. but I'm also determined to tell every future bride who asks a question on this site the same thing: IT'S YOUR WEDDING, YOU CAN DO WHATEVER YOU WANT. It also seems like you're pretty set on getting the dress no matter what anybody says, so GO FOR IT!
Unless your wedding is super casual, then I don't think super casual reception dresses are a good idea. I think it would be awkward for you and your guests if you're suddenly dressed more casually than they are. I would save that dress for the rehersal, day after brunch, or honeymoon.
I think for this dress it will all be in the accessories, I do plan to "bling it out" a bit. I'm now really excited to update this post with my put-together rehearsal ensemble and see what the opinions are now. Like basically everyone said, if it does turn out to be too informal for the rehearsal, there are like 50 other opprotunities to wear it :)
Yeah, it will be cool to see the entire look put together. The dress is super casual, but the right accessories can really glam it up. I'm a little confused-were you planning on changing into this at your wedding or wearing it for your rehearsal?
Dh wore a uniform for our ceremony and his "something more comfortable" was a tux haha. I say buy the dress and bring it just in case but be prepared not to wear it. I just think you'll feel so pretty and special in your wedding dress that you won't want to take it off. I made it from 1pm to 1am doing full out swing dancing with lifts in my dress without much problem!
I guess I don't see what the big deal is. The OP mentioned changing into this dress near the end of the evening, she didn't say she was going to wear her wedding dress for the ceremony and then show up at the reception location for cocktails in her casual dress. I see photos clearly taken at the end of receptions all the time where all the men have lost their ties and have unbuttoned shirts, the women aren't wearing their shoes anymore, they're just dancing and want to be comfortable doing so. I think it's okay to use a casual reception dress for the less casual part of the reception.
OP, I think if the price is right and you love it, go for it. Keep it on hand and if you feel you're going to be super uncomfortable cutting loose in your wedding dress, switch to the other dress!
I don't quite understand the point of reception dresses. I spent a lot of money on my wedding dress and I wanted to make full use of it on the day.
That being said, the dress is cute, but I think it's waaay to casual for a wedding. I would be concerned that even adding some glam accessories might look odd because it's such a casual dress.
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Your DH can wear this!
A reception dress has appealed to me for only one reason - comfort. At about 9pm, if the party is still going, I no longer want to be dressed to the 9's and uncomfortable. So, I've been looking for something simple, easy, and that I can also wear on the honeymoon. Nothing like the "reception" dresses at bridal boutiques, which are essentially just cropped wedding dresses. And, today, I found it. For $30 on Target. It's perfect! I might also wear it to the engagement party/bridal shower/ bachelorette party because I love it that much LOL!
What do you think about super casual reception dresses?