Semi-formal/garden attire

[LiaHabitana]

Semi-formal is the same thing as being late and early. There's only on time and late.

[DCGirl]

This is the dress I ended up purchasing:

https://www.kiyonna.com/plus-size-clothing/12150901?v=19823&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_sz5_NDF1gIVRZR-Ch0Isgz9EAQYASABEgJv_vD_BwE

I originally bought it in the "pinot noir" color but then found out that the bridesmaids are wearing that color, so I returned it and bought the blue.  It's not that there's been an edict that guests can't wear anything in the burgundy/wine family, but my sister, the mother of the bride, has a highly developed ability to take offense at the slightest thing, so I thought, "Why borrow trouble?"  In any event, the dress fits really well, and it's not too short, like 99% of what's available today.  I plan to wear it to another wedding in November that we just got invited to (coworker of DH), and it will be making appearances at a couple of December holiday events.  So, I will be getting my money's worth out of it, for sure!

I also found a different pair of shoes that I liked (in black):

https://www.dsw.com/en/us/product/unisa-claudi-pump/399178?activeColor=503

I have a black shawl to carry with me, as well. 

[Chez Miriam]

This is the dress I ended up purchasing:

https://www.kiyonna.com/plus-size-clothing/12150901?v=19823&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_sz5_NDF1gIVRZR-Ch0Isgz9EAQYASABEgJv_vD_BwE

I originally bought it in the "pinot noir" color but then found out that the bridesmaids are wearing that color, so I returned it and bought the blue.  It's not that there's been an edict that guests can't wear anything in the burgundy/wine family, but my sister, the mother of the bride, has a highly developed ability to take offense at the slightest thing, so I thought, "Why borrow trouble?"  In any event, the dress fits really well, and it's not too short, like 99% of what's available today.  I plan to wear it to another wedding in November that we just got invited to (coworker of DH), and it will be making appearances at a couple of December holiday events.  So, I will be getting my money's worth out of it, for sure!

I also found a different pair of shoes that I liked (in black):

https://www.dsw.com/en/us/product/unisa-claudi-pump/399178?activeColor=503

I have a black shawl to carry with me, as well.

That is lovely!  Perfect for weddings and parties, and if MOB has a problem, (as you know) it's her problem.

I hope you enjoy all your occasions of wearing that wonderful dress.

[gellchom]

I love that dress!  Perfect choice.  I hope you feel as gorgeous as you're going to look.  Enjoy!

[Winterlight]

Very elegant!

[cheyne]

The shoes are to die for.  Perfect with the dress.  I hope you have a wonderful time.