In what can only be described as a bold move, one mother-of-the-groom decided to make her son’s big day, her big day too. At least, that’s what some people on the internet have accused her of, while others believe her outfit choice was completely appropriate for such an affair.
The dress in question was a full-length, glittering sequin gown by designer Gina Bacconi.
After leaving a review for the dress on the John Lewis website stating how fantastic the dress was for the New York [wedding](https://www.nowtolove.com.au/lifestyle/weddings/duchess-catherine-wedding-outfits-37840|target=”_blank”, the mother-of-the-groom suddenly found herself at the centre of a heated discussion on Mumsnet.
User LardLizard, an eagle-eyed shopper who first noticed the review, kicked off the conversation with this statement: “Just been looking at this dress, and I know this is mean but read the review and someone bought it for her son’s wedding!”
What came next was a barrage of comments swaying from the downright appalled…
“It looks like bloody wedding dress. Of course it’s completely unsuitable,” wrote one user.
To the not convinced…
“I think it’s lovely but it’s definitely a questionable choice for Mother of the Groom.”
I think it’s a little ostentatious.”
To the ‘what’s the problem?’ commentators…
“Absolutely fine for mother of the groom.”.
“Lovely dress, exactly the kind of thing close family wear to American weddings,” added another user.
“I can’t see the problem to be honest. It’s not white and certainly not like a wedding dress at all. More like a cocktail dress which would be okay to wear at a wedding.”
Many pointed out the venue of the wedding, the time of day and even what the bridesmaids were wearing would all have to be known before a judgement call could be made as to whether it was an appropriate choice or not.
Regardless of the overwhelming number of comments being in favour of the dress, let’s still hope the mother-of-the-groom hasn’t been witness to the debate.
