Meeting the Parents: Holiday Edition
SPOTTED: If coming face-to-face with his whole family for the first time over the holidays is totally stressing you out, don’t worry… Groove Girl’s got your back! Take a deep breath and blow the family away with your impeccable styling choices that make you blend right in!
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With Thanksgiving around the corner
it’s about that time to start looking up recipes and planning outfits. Figuring out what to wear to your own family
dinner is a piece of pumpkin pie, but what if you are attending your
boyfriend’s Thanksgiving? Meeting the
parents can be scary enough, but now we’re adding in the whole fam…yikes!
Impressing your man? Easy.
Impressing his family? Take note on
these quick tips to keep in mind:
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Don’t ask him about all 50 potential outfits. Chances are he has no idea what all the fuss
is about and you might make him feel like he should be stressing about you
meeting them too.
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Read up on the names of the family members that will be there
and try to get pictures of them. This
will help you recognize them before you’re introduced.
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Don’t come empty handed.
You don’t have to go Martha Stewart on them, but bringing a bottle of
wine or a nice box of chocolates will definitely earn you brownie points right off
the bat!
Dressing to impress his family
can be a little tricky if his family is more, or less, traditional than
yours. A great way to gauge the
formality of the day is to Facebook creep on last year’s pictures! Not only will you ensure your appropriate for
the occasion, but you can also get some inspiration for outfits the women of
the family will automatically love.
So, his family is a laid-back, no drama, and casual celebratory
group. Even though it is a casual
occasion, you still want to look your best because, hey, it’s still a holiday
party. You might come off the wrong way
if you show up in a black mini dress, pumps, and bold jewelry. Instead, opt for a classic, conservative
style like this:
Let’s turn it up a notch; his family is traditional, but in the no
frills way. You’re still not going to
want to be super dressy, but jeans are not
an option for the dinner table. Show his
parents that you’re a mature, sweet and confident young lady. Try pairing a modest blouse with a feminine
skirt…remember the fingertip rule ladies!
Ballet flats and simple jewelry will complete the look. Try and pick jewelry that holds a sentimental
value that can be a great conversation starter to break the ice before you get
to know everyone.
Woah there...It’s a holiday soirée! To fit in at the table you’re going to need
to look classic and modest…we’re not dressing up for a night in Vegas! You’re not trying to be too trendy or
audacious. You want them to see you as a
classic, sophisticated, and mature woman who they’ve always wanted their son to
end up with. Choose a dress that is
figure flattering, but not too tight.
These are some great examples:
Dig out your classic, closed toed pumps, or dressy flats if his
mom is petite. Picking a dress with
interesting detail (like a bow, pockets, or a plume) and have fun with your
accessories. Grab a tasteful glitzy
clutch, statement necklace, or a gorgeous pair of earrings. Timeless staples and classic (or even better,
vintage/family heirlooms) will score you major style points.
Be sure to keep your hair clean and simple…stay away from the pageant
curls or formal updo. Especially if
there are grandparents present, keep your makeup natural looking and shy away
from the eyeliner. Dressing the part is
key when meeting your guy’s parents, especially when that first impression is
over Thanksgiving, or other holidays. Be
sure to be yourself, but stay confident, polite, well mannered, and
poised. Most importantly, relax! You got him
to fall in love with you, most likely they will too!
