HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1985-02-27, Page 38There's no reason children can't be as well dressed as the adults at a
wedding. ` �:� „ t2.7= C11 left a 0AV a polyester tuxedo
with satin notched lapelsbut the young man in the bridal party can also
be attired in full dress -with matching front vest, rwhite Wellington
tuxedo or full dress tails with -satin faced lapels and a white pique vest.
The flowergir1 on,the right is wearing.a taffettag W iw to match the older
attendants in the bridal party. Often the flower girl dress is white but
matching the bridesmaids m style or a white pinafore over a dress
similar to the maids. (Phot*'by Mary Layton Photography)
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