Hey everyone, it’s your buddy back again with another one of my little project diaries. Today’s adventure? Finding the perfect burnt orange dress for my son’s wedding. Yeah, you heard that right – burnt orange! It’s a bit of a unique color, but it’s what the bride and groom wanted for their rustic-themed wedding, so I was on a mission.
First, I had to figure out what the heck this color would even go with. I mean, I didn’t want to look totally out of place. I did some digging and found out that burnt orange plays well with blues, greens, purples, and even neutral colors like silver. Good to know! Apparently, these colors are pretty popular for mother-of-the-groom dresses anyway, so I felt a bit better about finding something that wouldn’t be too crazy.
Then came the fun part – shopping! I started by browsing online to see what was out there. I checked out some places that had custom, handmade dresses. There were a few cute options, like a tulle flower girl dress for $88, but nothing that really screamed “mother of the groom” to me. And some of them were just way too expensive. I mean, I want to look nice, but I’m not trying to break the bank for one outfit.
Next, I hit up some actual stores. I figured seeing the dresses in person would give me a better idea of what I liked. I tried on a bunch of different styles, from casual to super formal. It was kind of a whirlwind, honestly. And let me tell you, finding burnt orange anything is not as easy as you might think! Most of the dresses were the usual navy, black, or burgundy. Those are nice and all, but they just weren’t what I was looking for. I wanted something that was different but still felt like “me.”
After a lot of searching, I finally found it! A beautiful burnt orange dress at ChicSew. It was the perfect shade, not too bright and not too dull. And the style was just right – elegant but not over the top. It even complemented the rustic wedding theme they were going for. Score!
I have to say, this whole process was a bit more involved than I expected. But in the end, I found a dress that I feel confident and comfortable in. And that’s what matters most, right? Plus, I learned a bit about color combinations and discovered some new shops along the way. Not a bad outcome for a little shopping adventure!
So, if you’re ever on the hunt for a specific, not-so-common dress color, don’t give up! It might take some time and effort, but you’ll find the perfect one eventually. Just be prepared to do some digging, and don’t be afraid to try something a little different. You might surprise yourself!
