The general rule is not to wear bold, aggressive colours like red but opt instead for softer shades that will make you appear more approachable and non-threatening. Taupe and stone are fairly universal so will work for all colourings. If you really like wearing colour and feel you want to project more of your personality you can add a colourful necklace or bangle.
If you want to appear trustworthy then blue is a great colour to wear. Include a blue shirt or jumper in your weekend wardrobe and your boyfriend’s mother is sure to feel that you’re the prefect woman to look after her little boy. Pink is a very approachable colour and will help soften an austere look, just be careful not to over do it; too much will make you appear ultra girly, which is not good if you want to be taken seriously. If you’re lacking in confidence then make sure you pack your favourite purple sweater. It’s also a great colour to wear when you need to appear diplomatic and unselfish.
It might even be worth finding out a little bit about your partner’s mother. For example, if she is a professional lady with a classic dress personality, go smarter. If she is a colourful creative dresser and you like colour too then you may want to add some colour from your palette (the range of colours that suit your colouring) to your outfit. If she has a more natural style then don’t overdress, she may feel uncomfortable. Make-up should be understated too.
If you’re spending a weekend or longer with your boyfriend’s parents it’s important to find out what activities you’re likely to be doing. If they live in the country, have hordes of dogs and go for long country walks, for example, you’re gong to feel silly if you turn up wearing your favourite mini skirt and kitten heels. Whilst you might not be a wellington boot and waxed jacket girl, you’d be sensible to make sure you had a waterproof jacket and pair of thick soled shoes or boots that you could wear when out walking.
Basic rules on how to dress for meeting the parents:
Don’ts
- Don’t wear aggressive colours like black or red
- Don’t show any cleavage or too much flesh generally
- Don’t wear too much make-up
- Don’t dress too flashily
Dos
- Do wear non-threatening colours
- Do tone it down a bit
- Do make sure hair and nails look tidy
- Do wear a bit of make-up
- Do make sure your shoes are properly heeled and polished
by
Fiona Wellins
Fashion268.net 
Advice for consumers
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