three4me Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Any suggestions?? I think the reception is being held in a barn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs_JWM Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Overalls and a Woolrich coat? [emoji23] Seriously, I think I would look for a wool dress to wear with thick tights and knee-high boots. Add a nice scarf - maybe with some glittery bits? - and call it good. It's going to be casual-ish if it's outdoors and held in a barn. Sent from my Moto G (4) using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Layers 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Wow, that sounds cold! No advice, just sympathetic shivers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Is it a real barn, where they usually store hay or machinery, or is it a barn that's been converted into a banquet hall? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janeway Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 (edited) I would not assume it's going to be casual because it is in a barn. I have seen some pretty swanky things happening in barns. Edited October 5, 2017 by Janeway 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janeway Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Also, I would assume that the barn is going to be heated. But you should probably bring a dressy jacket for if you want to step outside. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janeway Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 I am really curious what part of the Midwest someone decided to have a wedding in November that it was going to include a barn. Because that time a year can really have some rough weather in parts of the Midwest. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
displace Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Maybe long sleeved velvet dress, with sweater, leggings, shoes? I assume it will be heated, but I'd have no problem bringing a second sweater, scarf, hat, gloves, etc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
displace Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 I'd recheck the invite. Verify reception location, dress code, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 I am really curious what part of the Midwest someone decided to have a wedding in November that it was going to include a barn. Because that time a year can really have some rough weather in parts of the Midwest. No doubt. We have had snow by that time more often than not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
three4me Posted October 5, 2017 Author Share Posted October 5, 2017 It's the first weekend in November. I am assuming the barn will be heated, but for sure the outdoor ceremony won't be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lang Syne Boardie Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Good grief. You could have anything from a sunny 59 degrees to a blizzard. Or in some parts of the Midwest, most likely a cold gray rain. I'd dress for Scotland, in layers as suggested upthread. Some sort of tote bag for accessories like sunglasses, hand warmers, umbrella, poncho, flask of whiskey... 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 It's the first weekend in November. I am assuming the barn will be heated, but for sure the outdoor ceremony won't be. Just....why? Why does anyone think something like this is a good idea? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Bunny Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 I would volunteer to help set up the bar in the barn! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavender's green Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Maybe this is a significantly warmer part of the midwest than where I grew up, but I can remember early-November blizzards! Also 110% gorgeously cool, crisp, sunny days - maybe they're angling for that?. But mostly dank and rainy days. Anyway, yeah, layers. I think I'd wear a sleeveless (for when the barn gets hot from all the dancing) wool (breathable) sheath dress with something to cover my arms, plus tights and boots. I'd pack comfy ballet flats in case my feet got sore or my legs got hot. Also a big overcoat and/or poncho, gloves, umbrella, cute dressy hat, scarf. You might not need all this, but I need to keep my head and neck warm to prevent migraines. Maybe even keep a lap blanket in the car, just in case. People bring them to autumn sporting events, after all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momacacia Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Going to a reception a lot like this. Thankfully the wedding is inside. Long sleeve tunic top, leggings, boots or booties. My real goal is to keep my kids out of the tent they'll have set up for reception overflow and I strongly suspect won't have heaters. 😒 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guinevere Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 I'd bring a good pair of gloves amd boots for sure. I can handle being cold overall if my hands and feet are warm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Check with the wedding planner and with the venue to see what they recommend for attire. Ask if there is an alternative location planned for the ceremony if the weather turns foul (for outdoor events there usually is). "The Midwest" is a pretty large area with a lot of variation in climate and weather, so it is hard to advise specifically. My DH and I got married around that time of year, and we had an outdoor ceremony. We had made arrangements with our reception venue to use them as a backup plan for the ceremony, should the weather prove uncooperative. The weather did indeed look like it was going to rain us out, but it cleared for us in the last hour or so and we had a gorgeous day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopmom Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 I’ve never heard of a heated barn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
three4me Posted October 11, 2017 Author Share Posted October 11, 2017 I'm still stressing about this. I ordered a couple solid color dresses from Amazon. Plain leggings under? Patterned? And now I need a coat and boots. And clothes for the rest of the family. 😩 And we live in an area that gets down to about 60 in the winter. I hate buying all this stuff that will only get used once! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zinnia Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 (edited) We had a nephew get married in a barn in the upper midwest Memorial Day weekend a few years back. It was soooo cold to this GA girl. So, so cold that time of year. But inside the (swanky, for events) barn, it was toasty. I say go for the layers. When we visit family in the midwest, they all keep their houses/stores/inside places much warmer than we do, but the outside is much colder. Layers help. Edited October 11, 2017 by Zinnia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 The barn used for weddings where we used to live had planked floors, full bathrooms and kitchen, and was otherwise just like any other facility--with rustic decor. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopmom Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I’d find out more about the barn. Here, farm family couples do actually just clean up their real used barn for a cheap wedding place out of the weather. No amenities. But I guess other areas have nicer “wedding barns†for a pretend rustic setting;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Can you give a bit more specific location? It can vary wildly in the Midwest from area to area as well as day to day. This Oct in West Michigan we have had 90° days but I remember years where we have had 8 inches of snow overnight at this time of year. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiguirre Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I'm still stressing about this. I ordered a couple solid color dresses from Amazon. Plain leggings under? Patterned? And now I need a coat and boots. And clothes for the rest of the family. 😩 And we live in an area that gets down to about 60 in the winter. I hate buying all this stuff that will only get used once! See if you can borrow winter gear from someone else who had to buy it once and keeps it in the closet "just in case". If you're in Houston, pm me and you can borrow my stash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
three4me Posted October 11, 2017 Author Share Posted October 11, 2017 Can you give a bit more specific location? It can vary wildly in the Midwest from area to area as well as day to day. This Oct in West Michigan we have had 90° days but I remember years where we have had 8 inches of snow overnight at this time of year. North Dakota. The couple does not currently live there or have farming family members, so I'm pretty sure this is a barn converted into a reception hall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggieamy Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Check thredup.com for nice stuff at a reasonable price. It's an online thrift shop. Maybe long sleeved velvet dress, with sweater, leggings, shoes?I assume it will be heated, but I'd have no problem bringing a second sweater, scarf, hat, gloves, etc. Yes to this. Good grief. You could have anything from a sunny 59 degrees to a blizzard. Or in some parts of the Midwest, most likely a cold gray rain.I'd dress for Scotland, in layers as suggested upthread. Some sort of tote bag for accessories like sunglasses, hand warmers, umbrella, poncho, flask of whiskey... And this. I think for a wedding your supposed to have patent leather snowshoes. If snowshoes are needed that is ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tea 4 Three Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Barn converted into reception halls are becoming more common and very popular here in the midwest. There are some beautiful conversions...all heated and air conditioned. Is there a website for the venue? I wouldn't worry about wearing something particular for the setting. We have been to some wonderful and beautiful receptions in them that are very comfortable. The only caveat is if the barn is a private person's property and they are just dressing it up for that occasion...then that's another story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanny Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 North Dakota? In November? Outside? At night? They must like Ice Fishing and other things people there do during the Winter. If it were me, I would dress for comfort and not for appearance. Let us know how it goes! Enjoy the wedding! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I'm sure it will be heated, but I'd still dress in layers. If wearing a dress, I'd wear tights and a warm sweater, and of course I'd already be coming with a coat, scarf, hat and mittens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Can you call the parents of bride or groom or someone else and just ask for attire suggestions? I am not really getting the outside, in November, in North Dakota thing. At least in Michigan most of the barn venues for receptions are heated, having running water, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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