... I'm afraid the bride may miss the sarcasm.

I agree, Pandy . . . it was an absolutely brilliant response, but probably far too subtle and sophisticated for this shallow, selfish bride. I am comforted by the thought that one day this bride will be 51 and maybe then she'll understand how women of all ages want to feel attractive. Fortunately, by the age of 51, most women are secure enough not to feel constrained to adhere to the preconceived and immature notions of what a 25-year-old thinks is appropriate. This bride, who seems too immature to be married as far as I'm concerned, ought to be very thankful that her future MIL is gracious and generous with her even though she can't seem to return the favor.

My thoughts precisely! This bride should have been thanking her lucky stars that she was welcomed into the family (before they realized what a boor she was). And with a little more luck she may grow up quickly enough that the family never sees that side of her!

Being that I was a bride not to long ago, I completely understand this brides feelings. Her wedding is probably going to be the only time when she has the luxury of everything being about her. It's how she should want things to be. I know when my mother-in-law picked out her dress, she let me look it over before she actually purchased it. I don't believe that this bride is being selfish or immature, but being that most of us plan on only getting married once, we want everything to go smoothly(especially when it comes to the wardrobe, no matter who it is and what they have done for her). So the point that I am trying to say is that I 100% agree with prudence. Let the mother-in-law know that she can feel sexy, and attractive any other day of the year but being that this is your day, tell her to cover the twins. lol

Are you kidding me??? You say you agree with Prudence, yet say that you agree with the bride. Prudence did NOT agree with the bride, but I guess the sarcasm was lost on you as well.

For myself, I'm 51 and it's not the bride's business what I wear, as long as it's not white. I haven't the first clue what either mother wore to my wedding.

I agree with the poster that said she had better hope that he nor his family finds out what a selfish b**** she is.

I agree completely. Prudie was right on the mark with this response, but bridezilla may not understand the sarcasm. I knew that bride was in trouble when she listing to the day how long the world had to prepare for her big day. Let me mark my calendar right now so I don't forgot to dress in her colors that day.

A wedding is a public celebration of you and your spouse making a commitment to becoming a family and asking the community to support and accept you as such. If you want a day that is 'all about you' have a birthday party.

the only day when it's "all about her"? who ever declared that there should be any day that is all about you? This is nothing but marketing by the wedding industry who wants you to spend, spend, spend.

people who never get married don't have an "all about them" day. what about the groom? when does he get his "all about me" day? if you want to rally for a once in a lifetime holiday where you get to declare that "everything is about me", go for it. Until that day comes, get over yourself! and don't get mad at me for telling you that. Today, it's all about ME! ;)

Lover Prudie's response also. The bride is insecure and afraid she may be upstaged by her mother-in-law. And what's so bad about a V-neck? Thought V-neck is cut shape in the close facinity of... the neck.. not boobies. I hope she rocked the dress!

tara_jordan07:

Being that I was a bride not to long ago, I completely understand this brides feelings. Her wedding is probably going to be the only time when she has the luxury of everything being about her.

How come weddings never seem to be about the groom? Isn't he getting married, hopefully for his first and only time, as well? Especially since, statistically, his new bride is going to outlive him by about a decade.

tara_jordan07:

... So the point that I am trying to say is that I 100% agree with prudence. Let the mother-in-law know that she can feel sexy, and attractive any other day of the year but being that this is your day, tell her to cover the twins. lol

You need to drink more milk and eat more spinach..... you are completely irony impaired.

deduction:

the only day when it's "all about her"? who ever declared that there should be any day that is all about you? This is nothing but marketing by the wedding industry who wants you to spend, spend, spend.

people who never get married don't have an "all about them" day. what about the groom? when does he get his "all about me" day? if you want to rally for a once in a lifetime holiday where you get to declare that "everything is about me", go for it. Until that day comes, get over yourself! and don't get mad at me for telling you that. Today, it's all about ME! ;)

Actually, everyone does have a day that is 'all about him/her'. That is called your funeral.

I am going to be a bride and I've encouraged my mother and MIL to wear whatever they like as long as it is not the same color as the bridemaids. My mom has been looking at very matronly attire and I am trying to encourage her to show a little skin because I think she is very attractive.

This bride needs to get over herself. The MIL can and should wear whatever she likes as long as it is not white or the same color as the bridesmaids. Since when are the colors of everyone supposed to coordinate?

I think the MIL should wear black because she should mourn the fact her son is marrying such a selfish and egotistical girl.

icemilkcoffee:

Actually, everyone does have a day that is 'all about him/her'. That is called your funeral.

ROFLMAO!!!! Perfect.

I got married in St. Lucia - destination wedding. The women who came wore a whole rainbow of tropical colored and flowered sundresses. It was beautiful. And I didn't tell a single one of them what I "expected" them to wear on "my day."

i agree with prudy on this one. what if this is the only time the mother in law feels that she can splurge on a nice expensive dress on herself? it's her opportunity to buy something stylish and sexy and perhaps she wants to wear it other than your day. what if she looks bad in your colors?

if the bride is so concerned about an older woman in a "younger" dress, then perhaps someone should tell her that she isn't old enough to wear the wedding dress.