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Kay Unger and a perfect Mother-of-the-Bride or Mother-of-the-Groom dress from Kay’s collection!
Meet Kay Unger: In addition to being an FOF and mother-of-the-groom herself (she planned both of her sons' weddings last year) Kay Unger is one of the leading formalwear designers in the country, with dresses sold in more that 24 countries and worn by notable names such as Oprah Winfrey, Salma Hayek and Vanessa Williams. Kay is former president of The Fashion Group and was inducted as a Leading Woman Entrepreneur of the World™ in 1999.
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Feminine, confident and sexy are my dressing goals for my daughter, Amanda’s, October 2010 wedding. My greatest stresses have not been from my calm, wonderfully supportive daughter, but rather the challenges I face finding a dress as the honored Mother-of-the-bride! I fought and beat cancer on more than one occasion, which has left me with dressing challenges that make me feel self conscious and insecure. Amanda has been through so much with me being ill and worrying about dressing her mother for her wedding is one that I wish she not be burdened. Recently, I was looking through a celebrity magazine and saw the dress of my dreams! It was a Kay Unger, sexy, gold satin vision that took my breath away! What made it even more perfect was the way the draping would cover my damaged areas and accentuate my “better” features. It would be a dream come true to be properly fitted and dressed by Kay Unger for Amanda’s big day. Then all I would have to worry about, would be the uncontrollable tears of joy rolling down my face as I watch my baby girl walk down the isle!
I am submitting this post for my mom. My mom is awesome and has always given up everything for us kids. In doing so she has gone years and years without doing fancy things for herself. Now that we are all grown and she can do those extra things for herself she still tends not too. We try to do things for her or get her to do them and she still doesn’t want to be fussed over. This would be a great time for her and she couldn’t try to blow us off! It would also make my wedding just as special for her with a little pampering and time in the spotlight.
My daughter and son-in-law were married without any family present a little over a year ago. Now, they want to do it “right” and for that, I need to look “right” as the mother of the bride. As my 66th birthday approaches in 2 days, I look in the mirror and see that both my face and my clothes are much older than I feel — too old for the look that my daughter would like me to have in order to be proud enough of me to show me off as her mom. Please help! Thanks.
I am entering this contest for my mom. My parents were in the overseas with the military when they were married so they were unable to have a wedding. Because of this, my wedding is extremely important to my mother, and it would be amazing to be able to give her this as something to make her feel extra special on my wedding day.
Regardless of the outcome, thank you for having this wonderful contest!
I’m entering my mom into this contest. My sister is getting married October 2011 in Charleston, SC and she’s the first of my three sisters to get married so I know my mom is going to want to look her absolute best! Thank you for the opportunity, Kay is one of my all-time favorite dress designers!!
My daughter is going to be a Marine wife. I would love to be able to wear something that would make her proud, but I’m afraid I’m going to be a complete embarrassment at her wedding. I need ideas to get me out of my fashion rut. Please help!
My son is getting married Aug 21st 2010, im newly divorced, have no self confidence and need something to “make me feel better” its tough starting over at my age. i lost my mom 4 yrs ago-she was my best friend and my worst critic so i dont have her to fall back on for advise anymore. and ive been out of work since last aug due to disablilty so i have no money to help me. please i need help bad!!!! im also a little overweight so that doesnt help either. i feel like im a train wreck!!!!!
I have never had a makeover, I think it would be so much fun. I lost 50 pounds this last year and next month I have to have surgery on my left ankle, I am getting an ankle replacement and will finally be able to walk normal again without pain. Getting a makeover would be wonderful to begin the beginning of getting my life back. Thanks for considering me for this exiciting opportunity.
My daughter and her fiancee are both fashion conscious and I am a frump
I need your help
My daughter actually says I always look like the school marm that I have been for 30 years
As the mother of 30 year old twin sons (which one son recently married this past Nov. 2009) and a beautiful 21 year old daughter who is getting married Dec. 2011, my time of raising a family and sacrificing to provide opportunities for my children to be successful have left me feeling frumpy and in a bad need of an update! I know my daughter’s wedding day will be a dream come true for her as she marries a wonderful young man but, I want to make her day extra memorable with a much needed new look for me! A beautiful bride deserves a beautiful Mama!
One month to go for my daughers wedding (July11), and we find out dad will be going overseas the month after. Not a problem? Well, her brother was to get married in November. PROBLEM! Now we are merging TWO completely different WEDDINGS and receptions in to the SAME DAY, and same locations. EmErGeNcY tents to rent for more seating with more tables and chairs. More food, and meshing of two brides, two grooms, and three sets of parents is in full swing. This nagging feeling something is being forgotten is constantly in my mind. On line orders for reception supplies are slowly arriving. MY DRESS! I forgot to get a DRESS for ME!! Then… I realize I will no longer have the cash to do that special pampering hair appointment, so I dye my hair today. IT’S PURPLE! I know it will all work out… but the LAST thing on my mind has been what I will wear and look like. I NEED A MAKE OVER! (and a mind at this point!)
Are you kidding me…who at 50 does not need a makeover. Wedding is Oct 23 in the City of Brotherly Love…so there is lots of time for a major overhaul. Can be on the train to NYC tomorrow! Working with the ever fabulous Brian Kappra at Evantine Designs in Philly who will be doing the decor for the wedding. Have you seen his list of clients???Oprah, Vera Wang, Liz Taylor…and now me…I’m his “mini me” client …code for not a celebrity. Please help me look as stunning as his long list of fabulous clients. Thanks so much!
I am entering on behalf of my lovely mother, Margaret Ann. As the youngest of three girls, I’ve watched my mom plan weddings for my two older sisters. Now that it’s my turn, she’s an old hand at planning these things but could really use some help in finding her outfit and a look for the big day (June 11, 2011).
She’s always so concerned with her girls and our needs that she forgets to think about herself. Thanks for considering my mama for this contest, she’s the best!
My oldest daughter is getting married in the Outer Banks on September 5th and I have no idea what to wear! I would love some help in picking out a dress that is casual, yet elegant for her soundside wedding in Corolla, NC.
I am a 56 yr old woman with no children and no husband and that is a part of life I have learned may never happen for me. The least I can do is dress like the mother of someone special.
My beautiful daughter, Jill, will be getting married next April. I hope to make her as proud of me as I am of her.
Jill is an elementary school teacher who teaches invaluable lessons like raising your hand, waiting your turn and using your manners.
Her fiance, Mark, is a brave firefighter who runs into burning buildings when most of us run the other way. He went to Iraq as a very young man and came home a humble,decorated veteran.
To me, Jill and Mark represent everything that is bright and happy and full of hope. Their wedding will reflect that feeling.
I feel very fortunate that I don’t have a sad story to contribute. I truly hope all the brides-to-be and their mothers have all their dreams fulfilled.
I have a lighthearted poem that expresses my feeling for Jill’s wedding. Her special day is going to be fun and happy and full of love and laughter and maybe a little magic! Is that not what we all want for our daughters?
At my hospital job, I wear scrubs every day.
On weekends, a ball cap and jeans seem okay.
When the bride dreams of ruching and lace filigree,
I smile.
Then I panic—she’s talking for ME!
I’ve spit in the face of divorce and disease.
Can a dress–just a dress–bring me down to my knees?
When I glide to my seat, in the dress I SHOULD wear,
In that perfect moment,my daughter will stare.
Let her gasp in amazement! And don’t let her care
When she sees that I really have Crocs under there.
I’m entering on behalf of my mom, Joanna. Our wedding is coming up in August and she still has not found something to wear. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 and is currently in remission. I am grateful for every day I have with her. She’s always been uncomfortable with her weight, even though she’s become so active lately with yoga and pilates. She has no idea how fabulous she looks. I really want her to find find a style that suits her- something that makes her feel beautiful and isn’t the typical frumpy MOB outfit. I’ve recently moved to another state and I wish I could be with her to pick out her dress, but I don’t know if I can make it happen before the wedding. It would be wonderful for her to have a helping hand since I can’t be there with her right now. I want her to look and feel her best. She deserves it!
I’m actually entering my mom for this contest. She deserves a little pampering before my big day. She has provided for me for the past 24 years- especially as I battled leukemia and she spent days upon days in the hospital with me (while my brother and dad were often at home, 1 1/2 hours away). I want her to feel beautiful and realize how grateful I am for her!
I am posting this comment/recommendation for my mom, Beth. She would never think she was qualified to enter a contest like this (she’s extremely humble and always thinks of others before herself), and yet I believe is just what you are looking for!
My mom has served as a missionary in Mexico since 1995. She and my dad have dedicated their lives to native tribes in Mexico and have committed to serve these people in whatever way they can. On top of this, my mom has raised 5 kids, of whom I’m the eldest. She has made herself a low priority to ensure that we were well clothed and had all that we needed. I am so grateful for the example she has been of sacrifice and true love. However, this means that her formal wear wardrobe is nonexistent.
I will be marrying the love of my life this coming spring, and I would love for my mom to be the recipient of a new gown. I want her to feel beautiful and put together since I know she rarely does. I want her to enjoy our wedding without feeling like she’s not dressed up to par, as if often the case for formal events. I believe she would be the most appreciative recipient of this gift and is well deserving of it. Thank you for considering her!
My daughter is getting married in September 2011 to a wonderful young man we are thrilled to add to our family. My husband and I have had a difficult time over the past few years. He was diagnosed with cancer, my father became ill and passed away and then we lost my mother in March of this year. My husband also lost his job last summer and I have been working 2 jobs to make ends meet.
My daughter has always been industrious and worked hard for everything she has. She has never asked us for anything, not even gas money when she got her first car! I would love to give her the wedding of her dreams.
I have gained some weight over the past year and am working on losing it before the wedding. I feel frumpy and the mother of the bride should be radiant on her daughter’s wedding day. A mother of the bride makeover would be a wonderful gift for both my daughter and me.
Thank you for this opportunity. What a wonderful contest idea!