If you are currently a mother of the bride (or groom), there is no doubt that you are probably extremely proud right now. For most mothers, watching your child grow from a little one, to having their first love (and maybe break up) to taking that milestone into marriage is a little bittersweet too! To mark this momentous occasion certainly requires a killer outfit. Here are some mother of the bride style essentials to consider to wear to this celebration.
Do Not Think of a Smaller Dress Size as a ‘Goal Weight’ Target
It’s happened to us all – you see an amazing bargain or the ‘perfect’ dress to find out there are only 2 sizes left. While the temptation to buy that perfect outfit in the hopes that you can diet your way into it is there, this puts too much pressure on the day that is just unnecessary. While an outfit that is too big may have enough give to bring it in, getting down to three weeks before the big day and realizing you are still a size too big makes no sense. Instead, hold out for something you can feel comfortable and move in on the day.
Make it Fun, in Your Own Way
Being the mother of the bride is definitely an excuse to go all out and show off your personality. The mother of the bride is expected to have an elegant and beautiful look on the day. And of course, it goes without saying that this should not upstage the bride – so leave black and white out of it!
Dress From The Inside Out
Another essential is to start your outfit with great underwear. Do not underestimate the value of a good pair of Spanx! Instead of torturing yourself by trying to shed those extra pounds, let your undergarments do the work for you! They won’t make you any thinner, but they will help with any lumps or bumps.
Do not Let Insecurities Hold You Back
The reason why we LOVE stylists like Gok Wan is that his main message is to be the best you. Creating a look for the day that compliments your body is key here. We all have insecurities about our looks but making the best of what you have makes all the difference.
Image via David’s Bridal
