Some guidelines to keep in mind:. Skip to content Skip to navigation. Close Menu. Wedding Attire: Tips for the Moms. What's a Mother to Wear? The trumpet skirt adds curves. JS Collections chiffon capelet midi dress.
The sequin dress below would work for a wedding, but would also be ideal for your Christmas parties so you can get plenty of wear out of it. The beaded flowers down one side add a tactile touch of luxury to the column dress below. They also create an elongating, slimming effect as they draw the eye up and down rather than across.
You could, of course, choose a maxi dress for your special occasion. The navy dress below gives the impression of separates but is actually a one-piece. Do you have an evening wedding to attend? Then the Pissaro Nights gown below could be perfect.
Reviewers describe it as very slimming and say the beadwork is exquisite. It does run large though, so you may want to size down. Pissaro Nights embellished mesh gown.
The look below is from Amazon and it comes in a huge choice of colors. You could wear the full outfit for the wedding and then wear the jacket with pants or jeans for dinner occasions during the months to come.
Alex Evenings tea length button-front jacket dress. The two-piece below is another versatile choice for you. You could definitely wear the outer layer with other outfits after the wedding.
Le Bos embroidered 2-piece jacket dress. If you have a summer wedding to attend, the coral shade of the two-piece set below could be lovely. I would wear with silver or black shoes.
The dress underneath is a sheath dress that could easily be dressed up or down for later occasions, and the cropped jacket would look fabulous worn with jeans. Tahari ASL 2-piece sheath dress suit. I know I said not to wear black, but I definitely think you can if you choose a black outfit which also incorporates another color.
The beads of the midi cocktail dress below make it suitable for a wedding, and it also has three-quarter length sleeves if you prefer your arms to be covered. JS Collections beaded midi cocktail dress. Florals can sometimes be tricky to wear because they can look old-fashioned.
However, the graphic styling of the flowers below gives the dress a modern look. Donna Karan New York printed shift dress. Because beach and garden weddings tend to be less formal than weddings in other venues, you may want to take a look at florals or a happy print as an option for your dress.
The large florals below with the black background are particularly on trend and the ruching adds a flattering element. Another floral option for you below , but this time in a fit and flare style. The large blooms add a touch of fun. Many of the options above would help you to hide a little bit of a tummy.
Alex Evenings mock jacket midi dress. If you prefer to wear pants, there are plenty of stylish pants suit options like the formal poncho pants suit below. Reviewers say it is both comfy and stylish. If you are on the shorter side, you may have to think about getting the pants hemmed. A jumpsuit is another alternative to a dress. You could opt for a classic shade such as navy, or choose a summery color like the Eliza j ruched waist jumpsuit below.
Eliza J ruched waist jumpsuit. Another jumpsuit choice is the wide leg style below. One reviewer said they wore a white jacket over the top but you could also choose a wrap or bolero. Dessy Collection wide leg jumpsuit. Wear both. Kay Unger maxi romper. You could combine the monochrome twinset below with white or black pants. Then you could wear as separates after the big event. Alex Evenings twinset. For a great selection of Mother of the Bride and Groom dresses, we recommend the following online and brick and mortar destinations with dedicated Mother of the Bride outfit sections:.
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You may choose to look in department or specialty stores for your dress, but don't pass over traditional bridal salons. Many have options for the mother of the bride, as well!
It is customary for the mother of the bride to buy her dress first and then share her choice with the mother of the groom. The mother of the groom might also need special orders and alterations, so be sure to give her ample time to accomplish this before the wedding.
The mothers' dresses don't have to match unless that's what the bride wants , but they should complement each other. Remember, you'll be taking lots of pictures together and the only person who should stand out is the bride. There aren't any special rules for mother-of-the-bride hair and makeup. Again, think elegant, understated, and appropriate — and reflective of your style. As with the bridal party, you'll usually want to get a fresh mani and pedi the day before the wedding and have your hair and makeup done the day of.
Whether you do this with the bridal party is up to your daughter. If the bride prefers to get glammed up with just her bridesmaids, don't take it personally.
You can invite the mother of the groom or other family members to have a prettying party of your own, or relish the rare moment of quiet and plan to slip off on your own. Just make sure that you do plan to get your hair and makeup done — whether by a professional or trusted friend.
Too often, mothers overlook themselves in favor of their children. Remember, it's your special day, too!
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