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I think it is just fine -- especially if your BMs and FMIL will be in black.
Ya I think it's ok as long as she's not the only one in the bridal party wearing black...but personlly being Chinese having black in the wedding itself is pretty much forbidden by the parents HAHAHA But I've seen it in weddings before and black can look very classy with the right flowers and hairstyles!!!
My mom wore black to our wedding. But our colors were also black and white (with a touch of pink). So it really worked out. She looked very elegant in the photos especially some of the portraits with her and my Dad in his tux.
I think it's fine - don't stress. The black (of her dress) and white (of your dress) contrast will be elegant for years to come!
My mother is wearing black as well, and my BM dresses are black also. I have read where black is the new wedding white. Believe me, I researched using black before I chose my colors. I think using black is like wearing white after labor day, it is acceptable now. Good Luck!!!
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I too think it is acceptable for your mom to wear black, especially considering your FMIL and bridesmaids will be in black.
I don't think it's a problem at all! Both my mom and my MIL wore black and our bridesmaid dresses were black as well. I think if it's a fairly formal event, many guests may also choose to wear black so I don't think your mom will be alone.
I don't think that's a problem. My mom considered black until she found another dress that she liked. Personally, I would have been totally fine with her wearing black, that's what my BM are wearing. :)
Say yes to the Black dress! My wedding is black and white with shades of Red as the accent color. My MOH and FMIL are wearing black dresses. I think my mom will be wearing red but she may also choose black as well. Either way your Mom wearing a black dress will look great!
Awesome, thanks ladies! I forgot to mention our colors are black, ivory, champange and soft pink. My mom asked me to report back to her after I posted this, haha! I will definitely tell her you all said to go for it! Thanks again! :)
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My mother also wore black. She really wanted a color but at the end of the day, the dress she and I liked the most was black - not a problem in my book.
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My entire bridal party is in black and so is my mother. I think it's fine!!
My colors are black, champagne and pink too!!
My future MIL and future FIL's wife (somewhat step mom) are both wearing black dresses, AND my bridesmaids are wearing black, so I asked my mom to wear a different color to set her apart. She found a dress in black, and another one in silver/gray. I asked her to wear the gray one so that it will set her apart from the other mothers. I figured that there is going to be a ton of black with all of the groomsmen in black tuxes, the bridesmaids in black dresses, the fathers in black tuxes, and 2 of the three "moms" in black!
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I think it is okay if she is in black if your BM and the MOG is in black as well.
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Thanks for all the tips! Do you guys think Champagne would work if we didn't go with black? I need to see a swatch of it because I feel like it really depends on the shade. Hmm.. Thanks again!!
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One of our wedding colors was black, so all mothers (mine, Mr. PG's, and his stepmom) wore black. It actually looked very elegant.
Champagne might be too light, if your dress is ivory. However, if your dress is a true white, it might be different enough in color.
I think its fine. The key thing is for her to feel comfortable and beautiful too. The rest really doesnt matter nearly as much as it seems like ahead of time.
@ Miss Pinot Grigio- that's what I'm afraid of. My dress has a "latte" colored slip underneath soft white lace- so I'm a bit concerned about Champagne. I think I'll tell her black after all!
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I agree with mdarrah-- as long as she is comfortable and feels beautiful -- it's all good.
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Is it bad to have the mother of the bride wear black?
My mom is working on finding her dress and the one she likes comes in Ecru, Champagne, Brown, and Black. I vote for black because my FMIL is wearing black and our BM dresses are black. It's also a black-tie optional affair and I think that having my mom in black will be cohesive. Brown will clash with everyone else, and I really don't want her in Ecru or Champagne...is that annoying of me? My dad thinks the MOB should not be in black, though.
Thoughts? Thanks guys!!!