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"She's the stately, elegant matriarch, and her look should reflect that maturity and refinement." The rule applies to all types of weddings, but for outdoor weddings in particular, Kankariya notes a few elements to look for in mother-of-the-bride dresses

They may talk or text on a cellphone while walking, subject to other military customs and courtesies that take precedence, such as saluting

Fellas, consider going with a tux in a less traditional color or fabric such as velvet, and keep in mind that fabric, color, embellishments and accessories if opting for a less traditional black-tie look, says Padilla

Shorts and flip flops are permitted