A mother-of-the-bride’s duties will vary greatly depending on the level of financial, emotional and organisational support her daughter needs.
The size, type and style of wedding will also have a bearing on this. She should nonetheless provide support for her daughter as and when she feels it is needed and when times are particularly stressful just be sure to remind her how very special this once-in-a-lifetime experience truly is.

Let your daughter take the lead
Your involvement in the wedding planning may become a demanding juggling act. If you can aid your daughter in her decision making through suggestions or advice when she asks for it but be just as ready to take a step back to let her lead, then you may very well have perfected that stress-free balance. It is all too easy to become too proactive in your wedding planning role and calling your daughter at every opportunity will only unnerve her. Comparing your daughter’s wedding to that of a friend or relative’s daughter is a no-no and sentences beginning with “If I were you…”, “When your cousin got married…”, “I told you so” and “You have to…” should be avoided at all costs.

Be a friend
Sit down and talk to your daughter about her wishes and plans leading up to and on the day itself. Keep listening, be responsive but sensitive and only ever offer positive criticism. Also, make time not to talk about the wedding whilst spending some special ‘non-wedding’ time together such as leisurely shopping, eating out at a favourite restaurant or going for a spa treatment.

Complement your daughter
Do not choose an outfit, which is likely to clash with your daughter’s gown. All eyes should be on the bride! If your outfit works well with the bridal party and overall theme of the day, you shouldn’t have to dread the viewing of the wedding photographs.

Explore different looks
Be open-minded but be sensible about your colour palette after all the hottest hue of the season may simply do nothing for your skin tone. On the other hand, thinking outside the ‘colour’ box and opting for a shade, which coordinates with the wedding flowers or even your husband’s cravat might just offer the look you’re after. If you really are unsure, why not go for a colour analysis and style consultation and discover a brand new you.

Communicate on style choices
Prevent possible embarrassment on the day by comparing colour and style options with the groom’s mother. Your outfits should allow you to complement one another.

Perfect your accessories
Your hat should match your outfit for a uniform look to avoid any unwanted attention. It will, without fail, make or break your outfit. Choose one that suits your face shape and with a brim that is no wider than your shoulders.

New shoes should be worn around the home to break them in, leaving you blister free.

Ensure your underwear is appropriate for your outfit. If any doubt, get professionally measured and treat yourself to something new.

Check your hosiery complements both your legs and outfit, both in shade and opacity.

For a cohesive look, opt for a matt coloured handbag as they blend best with most outfits. The more dramatic or colourful your outfit the simpler your bag whilst minimal looks can be teamed with more decorative bags. Remember to shorten shoulder bag straps to draw attention away from the hips.

Jewellery should be understated – less is most definitely more. Drop earrings are perfect for hair worn up and studs, a great choice for shorter hair. For a little bohemian chic, choose chandelier earrings with long hair, which is to be left loose.

 

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