The Four Month Rule

If you daughter or son is getting married, you could be overwhelmed with different tasks that need to be done before the wedding. Whether it's picking out flowers or sending out the invitations, there is a certain time line that most people follow. The mother of the bride is typically so involved with her son or daughters happiness that she puts off her own needs. But you want to look stunning for one of life's most important events. This should entail making sure you give yourself at least four to six months to find that perfect mother of the bride or groom dress.

If you find the perfect dress or gown in a store but it's not available in the size or the color of your choice, you will need to special order one that meets your specific needs. Special orders usually require a three month or longer time frame to arrive. Jan's Boutique offers color swatches of the designers we feature and more than half of Jan's business is generated through special orders. In addition, a special order item could take as long as four to six weeks to be altered. Of course, if you're reading this and thinking, "I have only one month before my special affair. . . what will I do?," don't worry as Jan's also stocks more than 4,000 gowns and special occasion dresses in sizes 0 thru 26, extra-small to 3X, regular, petites, womens,womens- petites, large and plus sizes too. If you have the four months time, it's nice to have that unlimited selection.

Daymor Couture creates top of the line mother of the bride dresses that are contemporary and stylish. Matronly does not describe these dresses. Jan's Boutique will be having a trunk show October 16th through October 19th, 2009. Come and preview the 2009 fall -winter line as well as see a peek of the 2010 spring-summer styles. Check out two of the latest styles below.


2053: This sophisticated dress has a v-neckline accented with a dramatic floral brooch. The long sleeved jacket completes this ensemble to make you feel very well dressed.


3451: Moms just want to have fun in this tiered dress that comes with a shawl. The beaded halter strap will make you feel special.