We often put a lot of time and effort into finding the perfect gowns for brides and bridesmaids. However, picking out a dress for the mother of the bride can be just as exciting.
Though you may wonder, “How can we pick out a dress we both love?” If you've asked yourself this question, you're not alone, and you've come to the right place. To help you pick out a gown she'll love, let's look at how to choose mother of the bride dresses.
Make a List of Yesses, Noes, and Maybe Nots
Understandably, the last thing anyone wants to do is butt heads about the dress. Both the bride and the mother of the bride should make separate lists. This should include what they'd like the dress to look like, what they absolutely don't want to see, and things they can give or take.
Think about things like style, cut, sleeves, color, fabric choice, embellishments, and aesthetics. After finishing your lists, review them together and see where you can enmesh your styles.
Focus on Theme and Color
Ultimately, the mother of the bride will be a part of the bridal party, so the style of her dress should match the overall theme and color scheme of the wedding. This isn't to say that she has to wear the same color and style of dress, but it should fit together naturally from a visual standpoint.
For example, say you're going for an elegant and classy feel with a shimmering gold and rich, dark blue color palette. You may want to choose a dress within that blue range, like an ultramarine or royal blue. Alternatively, choose a color on the opposite end of the color wheel if you want her to stand out. Muted oranges will pop out and still go with gold accents.
Find Something Comfortable
Neither the bride, the bridesmaids, or the mother of the bride should be wearing a dress they don't feel comfortable or beautiful in. The most important thing to consider as you're choosing a mother of the bride dress is how she feels in it.
She may be attending to other things during the wedding to help things go smoothly. Even if her job is to sit back and relax, no one wants to sit in an uncomfortable dress. Charmeuse, chiffon, muslin, and rayon are lightweight, breathable, and comfortable fabrics. Don't forget to consider the weather, the venue's temperature, where the dress may cling to the body, and how much room there is for movement.
While choosing the perfect dress can be daunting, the experts at Alexandra's Boutique want to make your shopping experience easy and enjoyable. With a vast selection of dresses for the mother of the bride, we'll tailor a selection to meet your style.
