In the last couple of
years we have seen the return of the “going away dress.” What girl doesn’t want
an excuse to buy another dress? For those of you who need a little
justification for another white dress purchase, stay tuned.
According to Ms. Emily
Post, part of the maid of honor’s duties are to help the bride into her
going-away outfit and to take care of her dress and accessories until she
returns from her honeymoon. For those of you who do not want to worry about
leaving your wedding dress at the hotel’s front desk until your maid of honor
or parents retrieve it, a going-away outfit is a great option! Not only does it
save you the anxiety of leaving your wedding gown with a complete stranger, but
it saves everyone else a trip to the meeting place or hotel.
Your going-away outfit
is just another way to add a personal touch to your wedding day. Many brides
opt for a short, flirty white dress that they will be much more comfortable in
leaving the reception. Pick a comfortable dress that you will be thrilled to
put on after hours of wearing a heavy wedding gown. Not only does this save you
the hassle of arranging pickup for your wedding gown, but also by wearing a
going-away outfit you have another piece to add to your honeymoon trousseau.
