Many mothers of the bride (and groom!) seek guidance when the time comes to find the perfect dress for their child's big day, and we make it as easy as 1-2-3.
1. Embrace Your Comfort LevelThe most important thing to remember is that finding a great fit must come first. It will be a long day, you will be quite active–color us impressed if you don't have to tackle a few more tasks after you're already dressed–and you'll pose for a lot of photos. The last thing you want is a dress that requires tugging and nudging to keep in place.
Think about what you usually feel good wearing and then take it to the next level. Do you gravitate toward form-fitting silhouettes? Why not try a trumpet gown? Does your temperature fluctuate easily? Opt for a dress with a removable jacket. Do you feel confident in trousers? How about a dressy pantsuit or a jumpsuit? Prefer a bit of give? Stretch lace and matte jersey fabrications feel almost like your go-to athleisure wear, we promise!
You'll be happiest if you prioritize comfort. But that's not to say you can't have a look that's both comfy and chic!
2. Choose Your Length
What sort of wedding will it be? The formality of the ceremony and atmosphere of the venue will help inform the length of your dress. Having a religious ceremony, a glitzy reception, or both? Go for a formal mother of the bride dress, which usually entails a floor-lengthsilhouette with a generous amount of sparkle. Another formal-yet-fun option is a tea-length dress, which shows off a great pair of shoes.
Most of the time, though, you can't go wrong in a knee-length mother of the bride dress and refined accessories. This will work well for a semiformal wedding (a classic dinner-cocktails-dancing affair) or at an informal gathering (an after-party celebrating a small ceremony, or a destination event).
