Today, there are many different themes for weddings and the bride's mother must choose the appropriate outfit, but do not forget about practicality.
Very often, the mothers of brides choose the dress at the very least, but women with experience advise that it is necessary to choose an outfit at least a month before the event itself. It is also worth noting that the dress should look harmonious with the attire of the newlyweds, so that in the memorable photos the mother looked stylish and spectacular.
So, let's deal with all the nuances of such a choice.
Basic rules for choosing a dress for the mother of the bride
The main rules for selecting outfits for relatives of the bride and groom:
- practicality and elegance;
- comfort and ease of movement (the fabric is light, so that no sweat shows through);
- shoes - comfortable, lightweight, simple, but stylish and combined with a dress;
- subject to a themed wedding, it is necessary to remember the appropriateness of the image;
- considered inappropriate: corsets, deep cleavage, bare shoulders. That is, the image of the mother of the bride should be discreet.
- do not forget about the taste preferences in clothing and footwear;
- accessories to the general image, it is necessary to select carefully, so that all the details and elements look harmonious, but not flashy.
How to decide on the color of the dress
The choice of the color of the dress for the mother of the bride is a matter of not only beauty, but also practicality, since the mother participates in many rites of the wedding process.
Do not buy clothes in the following colors:
- champagne;
- white;
- Ivory.
A black outfit is unacceptable at a wedding; this color is more associated with mourning and a joyful and cheerful event, like a wedding, it has nothing to do. The same color of the dress will tell guests that the bride's mother does not approve of her daughter's choice.
Do not buy outfits, the colors of which can overshadow the bridal outfit or it can look pretentious, that is, in such shades as lemon, gold, scarlet and so on.
The texture of the fabric should not be smooth and flowing. Such recommendations must be observed if the bride has a dress and the entire wedding ceremony in traditional colors. If the wedding is themed or in a certain color range, then the mother should pay attention to the outfits in tone a little bit darker or lighter than the bridesmaid dress.
The main recommendation is that the mother should discuss the choice of dress with her daughter in order to determine the style of the dress and the image as a whole. It must be remembered that mothers of a young couple should choose dresses in the same style, but not similar to each other, so the newlyweds' mothers will look harmonious.
How to choose a style to any type of figure
For those mothers whose figure is slim and graceful, the model of a maxi dress with a section to the knee will be suitable. This may show that you still have the same attractive and beautiful figure.
Solemn dresses for magnificent mummies can be with a corset, it will make a figure more harmonous. Taking into account your outfit, the corset can be hidden or alternatively stand out in contrasting colors, fabric or with lacing. A dress set with a jacket or a cape will look perfect, this will give a general look to austerity and, if necessary, will hide figure flaws.
Elegant dress for mom of the bride: perfect cut
Say about the popularity of one style is difficult, it is a matter of taste. When there are flaws in the figure, an outfit in the floor of a fitted or loose silhouette will be most beneficial. If you have a beautiful slim waist, you need to choose a dress with a more tight upper part, as well as outfits that will emphasize your elegance.
Models of beautiful dresses for warm and cold season
If the celebration is scheduled for a warm season, spring or summer, the dress for the mother may well be open. The dress may have a deep cut on the chest or open shoulder, it can be a style with a short sleeve and neat cuts on the hem.
Dresses with one strap on the shoulder look elegant enough. Festive attire draped, add a frill and other all sorts of embroidery. If a more conservative option is needed, a long fitted or straight classic silhouette would be an excellent solution.
The color of the dress is also important. It is not recommended to buy models in white, ivory or beige colors. Do not choose a dress of bright red or black color. This outfit will defiantly look at the general background.
If the priority is several colors, you can choose the combined option. For example, you will look quite festive in a black and white outfit, plus black shades are perfectly combined with gold and blue, silver, pink and other lighter and warmer tones.
Women who like dresses in scarlet colors, you must choose a more muted, not too bright colors. In this case, a burgundy dress will be a good option. Dresses in soft colors look elegant and attractive.
For the cold season, it will look good styles that involve a combination of a dress with a jacket or bolero. Dress fabric should be tight. By the way, it may even be a pantsuit. But the key point is that all elements of accessories are combined in color with each other, focus on one or two colors.
Dresses from dense fabric for mom of the bride can combine glass bead decoration, embroidery and other decorative elements. Pay attention to that the dress chosen for the wedding is perfect and looks great on your figure, it should not hamper your movements and cause discomfort.
Plus Size Dresses for Mother of the Bride
Moms of dense build sometimes face the problem of choosing a dress. But these are all remnants of the past, and if you take into account the advice of the masters in the field of fashion industry, your appearance will be impeccable and refined.
It is not necessary to hide figure flaws, you can look at the other side and make them a win-win advantage.
The most profitable outfit is a long, slightly fitted dress with lace trim. The option of a slightly shortened midi length dress is possible.
Remember that at the wedding moms need to be a lot on their feet and in motion, to hold a meeting of guests, dance, accept congratulations and participate in the competitive program that will require you to be agile and light, and above all in the dress should be comfortable.
Mommies who prefer bright images can pay attention to the options with plenty of rhinestones and decorative ornaments.
Choose by type of figure
- Inverted triangle. With this type of figure, a lush drapery of the upper part of the dress is undesirable.
- Rectangle. Here, stylists pay attention to outfits with a belt or thin strap, this will help emphasize the hips and chest. Dress material should be tight enough and keep fit. The bottom of the dress can be in the form of a tulip or the sun;
- Triangle. With this type of need to balance the full hips and a modest top. The best option would be with a dark bottom and a bright decorated top;
- Hourglass. Any style is combined with this type of figure, the only thing to exclude is wide belts and heavy materials;
- An Apple. In this case, the silhouette needs to be visually lengthened, in this case high collars and triangular cuts will help. The optimal length of the skirt is midi, a variation of vertical folds and stripes is possible. Exclude outfits with a belt at the waist and tight fitting options.
What is best to avoid when choosing a dress
The main points to be avoided when choosing an outfit:
- too tight dresses in the presence of a magnificent figure;
- the presence of too bright colors;
- a combination of three or more colors;
- discrepancy between the shape of accessories and the dress model;
- The dress does not harmonize with the appearance.
What and how to supplement the image (accessories)
A great addition to the side will be family jewelry. Accessories should support the overall image and not stand out in style, do not overload your appearance with lots of gems and rhinestones. Excessive decorations will give your image pompousness and vulgarity.
Tip! Basically choose up to two units of accessories that match the tone and style of the overall image.
In terms of handbags, the best option would be a clutch suitable for the overall image and in the corresponding color scheme.
If we talk about shoes, then first of all it should be comfortable. High-heeled shoes look, of course, elegant, but in such shoes it is difficult to spend the whole day. The best option - shoes with medium or low heels.
The bride's mother's dress should be elegant and stylish, you need to think through all the details of the image, and then at the wedding of your daughter you will look simply irresistible!
An example of the selection of dresses for the mother of the bride is in the following video.
