Congratulations! Being part of a wedding is an exciting and eventful time! With so many decisions to make, shopping for your dress should be simple. However, as a Mother of the Bride or Groom, you may encounter a variety of traditions, old wives' tales, and fashion mistakes that can be confusing.
Not only are you a very important part of the wedding, but you are also an important figure in the family, and all eyes will be on you. It's essential to find the perfect dress that will make you feel comfortable and confident, yet still complement the wedding theme and style.
At Blu Rayne, we provide mothers with stylish and fashionable dresses that not only look great but also feel great. We believe that the days of mothers wearing beige and staying quiet are long gone. Our Mother's Department Stylist, Eileen, has observed a growing trend of confident and self-aware mothers who want to look their best at their child's wedding. As Eileen puts it, "Mothers are a part of the celebration, and their dresses can reflect the current fashion trends without being overly traditional or matronly."
When shopping for your dress, it's important to consider your timeline for the wedding. We recommend that mothers start shopping for their dresses about nine months before the wedding date to ensure that they have enough time to find the perfect Mother of the Bride (or Groom) dress.
According to traditional etiquette, the mother of the bride has the first choice in shopping for her wedding attire, followed by the mother of the groom. However, many couples choose to use this as more of an informal guideline rather than a strict rule. We recommend keeping lines of communication open between the couple and the mothers, asking brides if they want to coordinate specific colors and formality for the moms.
In addition to the mothers of the bride and groom, stepmothers also play a significant role in the wedding celebration. When it comes to choosing their dress, stepmothers should communicate with the mother of the bride and groom about what they plan to wear. This will avoid any potential clash of colors or styles and ensure that both mothers complement each other. Ultimately, the most important thing is to respect each other's choices and work together to create a cohesive look for the wedding.
When it comes to choosing a dress, it's essential that mothers wear what makes them feel beautiful and confident. Traditionally, the Mother of the Bride and Groom's dresses should complement the wedding party's attire, but they don't necessarily have to match. The most popular colors for mother-of-the-bride and groom dresses are neutral tones such as champagne, silver, and navy blue. However, don't be afraid to add a pop of color! While mothers may want to stay within a wedding's color scheme, it is not a must as mothers generally do not take pictures with the entire bridal party. Mothers should wear a dress that makes them feel beautiful and special.
Here are some dress guidelines for all mothers:
1. No white
It's recommended that mothers avoid wearing white on the wedding day, including shades of bright white, ivory, champagne, and off-white.
2. Consider the color palette
As an important part of the wedding, mothers should work within the palette dictated by the couple. Mothers should be a complementary part of the overall wedding day look, but do not always have to match the color palette as they are not a part of the bridal party.
3. When in doubt, ask the bride!
We suggest letting the bride be your guide! The couple should set the overall tone and vibe of the event. Take outfit cues from the couple to ensure that you fit the occasion!
4. Don't Forget the Glam
Good glam can help to bring together a Moms look. Whether it's a bold lip color to a fun pair of shoes - accessories, makeup, and hair can help to elevate a Mothers overall wedding day look.
Quick Shopping Tips
Want to make sure your dress shopping trip is a successful one? Make sure to keep these tips in mind:
- Bring the right people
- Swatches are key
- Shop in advance
- Consider your undergarments
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