As seen on Samantha Bridal fashion show during the July Wedding Expo, below are tips on how to place the mother of the bride on the wedding fashion radar.

1. Mom’s outfit should complement bridesmaids’ dresses, and not match them. You don’t want the ushers confusing the seating arrangement!
2. Help her chose a color that suits well her tone, and sits pretty with the overall wedding palette

3. Just for modesty, its best to have your shoulders and arms covered, at least for the ceremony. Lace is the all-time graceful look;consider sheers and organza too, just a hint of elegance. Chose a comfortable style and cut to flatter your body.

4.Avoid black and white in whatever shades. The former is too severe, whereas the latter is too bridal, lest you be accused of trying to outshine the queen!

5. Good supportive underwear will come in handy, not only for comfort but to help you fit well into your Queenly role.
6 . Match your shoes and clutch bag, remember less is more and avoid too much beading especially for the daytime celebration. Heels are preferable. They will add to you that graceful gait for the occasion.

7. Don’t leave the buying to Mom because she is always selfless, thus likely to spend on other items like food.

8. Involve her. Have her understand that she too will attract attention on that day and needs to look fabulous for you.
9 If she can afford to buy her outfit, accompany her anyway and help her choose. If you are the groom and have no idea what to select, have a younger female relative accompany her.
10. If you do not know where to start, refer to fashion publications such as Samantha bridals for listings of outlets.

11. Finally, remind mom to walk and break into her shoe, and rehearse her graceful walk on the aisle before the dawn breaks to your nuptials.

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Photography by Digital Eye

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