Manolo the Columnist
Manolo says, here is the Manolo’s latest column for the Express of the Washington Post.
Dear Manolo,
My 30-year-old son is getting married in May, and my daughter-in-law-to-be has requested a Mother-Son dance at the reception. I’ll be wearing a light-green, almost ankle-length dress. What would you recommend for a very petite woman of a certain age?
Kay
Manolo says, Ayyyy! Cuidado! The wedding preparation season is upon us!Herds of demented, carnivorous brides-to-be are now stalking the countryside, rampaging in search of the perfect wedding favor, besieging the manufacturers of jordan almonds with angry questions, and generally making intolerable the lives of photographers, florists, caterers, and their close relatives.
Happily, as long as she is not the meddlesome type, the Mother of the Groom is usually exempt from the wrath of the bridezilla. Her role in festivities is limited to being escorted down the aisle before the ceremony, and the Mother-and-Son dance at the reception.
Of the course, if the bridezilla has (as she inevitably will) seized control of the music programming, the poor Mother of the Groom may find herself having to learn the steps to Missy Elliot’s “Get Ur Freak On”. But, this is the small price to pay to see one’s son happily married.
Here is the Emily from Kate Spade, the pretty, mid-heel, strappy silver sandal.
April 4th, 2008 at 12:20 pm
Don’t you think a lady of a certain age would appreciate a closed toe option as well?
April 4th, 2008 at 3:31 pm
Love those shoes! The heel is not too high, which is important. As the MOG you have the responsibility to dance and table hop to ensure the guests from your side are enjoying the wedding as much as you are. You spend a lot of time on your feet. Also, they can be worn again for other occasions quite easily. Excellent choice.
April 5th, 2008 at 5:08 am
Lovely shoes, aparently are really confortable
April 7th, 2008 at 4:56 pm
I’m not sure what color the dress is or how fancy, but these shoes might be a nice contrast and look comfortable for walking around much of the night and talking to everyone - http://www.simplysoles.com/product/368
I also like these white heels with their adorable embellishments - they look very spring/summery - http://www.simplysoles.com/product/348
Does that help?
Luv
Poochie