Elegant Mother of the Bride Dresses | Mon Cheri Bridals (2024)

FAQs

What is the best Colour to wear as mother of the bride? ›

Try blues, greens, purples, and neutrals such as navy, emerald, plum, or silver. These versatile – and universally flattering – palettes make it easy for mothers of the bride and groom to harmonize. With pale green and blue tints, we love silvery shades for Mum, while jewel tones pair well with other rich colours.

Blush mother of the bride dresses

If you're striving for a soft and feminine look - blush pink could be the perfect choice. Look out for embellishments like sequins, beads or floral appliqué to add interest, and light fabrics like soft tulle and mesh that will flutter in the breeze.

These days, virtually anything goes—formal gown, short or long dress, skirt-and-jacket ensemble—so long as it matches the style of the wedding. Brides can be very helpful by encouraging "the moms" to work together in choosing their outfits.

Ideally, it's best to start looking for a mother of the bride outfit six to eight months before the wedding date. This should give you enough time to try on a few different options, find something you love and allow for any alterations that need to be made.

So, a basic rule of wedding etiquette is that the mother of the bride should not outshine her daughter. So, don't choose gowns or dresses that would overpower the bridal gown. Also, try to avoid loud patterns that will overwhelm in photos and make you stand out from the rest of the wedding party.

The most popular color for the mother of the bride to wear is navy or a royal blue, followed by blush or a shade of nude. It's safe to say that you should never wear white and shy away from the overall color family unless the bride instructs you to wear a certain shade. Traditionally, another color to avoid is red.

A mother of the bride or groom can never go wrong with a floral dress, and, this year, the bolder the florals the better. “For 2024, I anticipate a trend towards bold and large floral prints for mothers,” says bridal stylist Erika Plackowski.

Mother of the Bride & Groom

Both the mother of the bride and the mother of the groom are expected to pay for their own wedding attire. Typically, these gowns do not need to match the bridesmaid dresses, however, some brides prefer for the gowns to coordinate in some way.

While dressing in too revealing a style isn't advisable for any guest, you can dress to emphasise your assets - a sleeveless dress to show toned arms, belts to highlight your waist or a shorter length for great legs. Keep styling simple and avoid too much embellishment, which can look fussy in photos.

The mother of the bride is traditionally escorted by her son if she has one. Otherwise, any close male relative, the best man, or a groomsman walks with the mother of the bride during the procession.

How not to look matronly as mother of the bride? ›

What we recommend you wearing for a daytime wedding, is a swing or tea dress. As we mentioned earlier, this style of dress is one sure to stand the test of time, while ensuring you look quite the opposite of matronly.

Shopping for Mother of the Bride Jewelry

Choose jewelry that complements the dress without overpowering it. Choose a necklace that complements the neckline of the dress. Consider a classic pendant, a string of pearls, or a delicate chain for an elegant touch. Select earrings that enhance the overall look.

Should the mother of the bride and mother of the groom wear different colors? Generally yes, according to Valiente. "Open communication is key to nailing the color selection," she says.

Budgets are very personal and there is no right answer to how much to spend on dresses for the moms. Mother of the bride and groom dresses have a wide range of prices. On-line stores can range from $100 to $600 and department stores (e.g. Dillards, Neiman Marcus) can charge from $200 to $2,000.

"Etiquette says that the mother of the bride picks their dress and color first," says Sabatino. "You don't want to match, but you do want to coordinate so that you're not totally out of scope." You should start shopping for your MOB dress around six to eight months before the wedding date.

"Etiquette says that the mother of the bride picks their dress and color first," says Sabatino. "You don't want to match, but you do want to coordinate so that you're not totally out of scope."

Try greys and neutrals such as charcoal, champagne, blush, or a metallic. When the palette is light and airy, Mom can strike a sophisticated balance in deeper, earthier shades. With brightly colored bridesmaid dresses, a shimmering metallic dress is a brilliant choice.

A-Line Dresses: A-line dresses are a classic choice for mothers of the bride. This silhouette gently skims over the waist and hips, creating an elongated and slimming effect. Choose a dress with vertical details, such as pleats or vertical lace panels, to further enhance the illusion of length.