Mother of the Bride dresses
Being the mother of the bride is a special privilege that few women get to experience, and if you are fortunate
enough to get this honorary position in the wedding then you will want to look amazing.
Finding a dress that suits you and the occasion is sometimes quite a challenge.
Style & Etiquette Tips
You can make sure that you find the perfect dress by reading the following tips:
- Dresses for the mother of the bride tend to be in pastel colours, and with two separate pieces. But be brave, and
venture away from tradition, some of the most beautiful mothers of the bride are the ones who make a subtle
statement.
- Make sure that you know what the colours for the wedding are going to be, and dress appropriately. Do not clash
with the theme colour, and always check what the bride wants you to wear before buying anything.
- Do not wear something you are uncomfortable in, as you will want the wedding day to go smoothly, and not keep
worrying about your dress.
- Wear something that fits, and skims your body. Choose fabrics such as chiffon and silk that will look suitable
for the occasion and hug your figure.
 - Do not attempt to upstage the bride. Gowns that are too bright or with short hems or a low
neckline are not appropriate for this occasion.
- Show off your assets. Find one part of your body that you like and show it off. For example, legs or décolleté
can be shown off nicely in a gorgeous dress.
- Dress to suit your size, be that plus size or petite. For plus sizes, make sure that you highlight your assets,
and hide the bits you don't like, also make sure that you pick in thin fabric, as bulky fabrics will look too
heavy. For petite frames, make sure that you buy a dress that keeps you in proportion, an elegant shift or
beautiful a-line prom-style will look fantastic on you.
- Make sure that you wear only one colour from head to toe, as this will make sure that you won't clash in
photographs with other wedding guests.
- Evening dresses are appropriate for large scale weddings, but keep sparkle to a minimum. Cute tea or cocktail
dresses are more suitable for this occasion, and look very flattering.
- Finding a discount designer dress could be an appropriate solution, but make sure you check out the high street
stores, as some of these can be a better quality and fit.
Finally, getting prepared can allow you to enjoy your daughter's wedding day with as little stress as possible,
have a great day.
Useful Resources
1MotheroftheBride - wedding etiquette and dress style
tips
Grandmother of the Bride - stylish outfits for the glamorous
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