Mother of the bride
Choosing an outfit when you're the mother of the bride needn't be hell
The role of the mother of the bride is always a difficult
one. The bride needs a right
hand woman alongside
the maid of honour, to be supportive for the entire
planning process, through
the ups and downs. On
top of this, you also need
the perfect outfit to be photograph friendly for
the entire day.
Here’s our top tips on where
to go, what to buy and little
tips and tricks to remember
along the way.
Let the bride guide you
The most imperative tip of
all: follow the bride’s style,
colour and formality cues.
They are getting married,
they set to tone – whether
that’s at a traditional wedding venue in Wiltshire or a wild safari soiree in South Africa – ensure
you’re following suit. You’re a very important member of the wedding party, so let your daughter hint at the appropriate tone.
The wedding party
Typically, people will be conferring for weeks if not
months about their chosen
outfit; colours and tones
that complement one
another will always work
and they don’t necessarily
have to perfectly match
either. By biding your
time and waiting for the
bride to select the
bridesmaid’s dresses you will have some definite direction.
For example, if her ladies are wearing pale blue then a sophisticated navy would complement that perfectly.
Additional requirements
Dress for the weather,
cultural or religious customs. Whatever the wedding, failsafe reminders include: elegant, understated and appropriate.
Written by Rachel Sprules