Q&A: How to Pick A Flattering Mother-of-the-Bride Dress
Q: I’m the first in my family to get married and my mom is super excited to be the mother of the bride. We started shopping for mother-of-the-bride dresses by looking at photos of long MOB dresses for her in our wedding color and theme. There are some pretty dresses out there but we are worried that the dress styles we’ve seen so far are either too matronly or too revealing for her. Any advice on how to choose a flattering mother-of-the-bride dress?
A: We hear you! The search for the mother-of-the-bride dresses can be stressful, not to mention time-consuming. (The same goes for shopping for dresses for mother-of-the-groom!) But here’s the deal: When it comes to finding a flattering mother-of-the-bride dress, the secret is to start with your mom. In other words, you’ll find the best mother-of-the-bride dresses by thinking less about your wedding colors and theme and more about your mom, her personal style, and her body type. So ask, what does your mom generally feel comfortable wearing when she gets dressed up? And what areas (if any) does she want to try to minimize? Maybe your mom loves getting glammed up but feels a little self-conscious about her mid-section. In that case, go for a mother-of-the-bride dress with a little sparkle in an A-line silhouette that hits her at the natural waist and will help flatter her figure. Or maybe she’s more of a casual homebody who rarely wears anything revealing. Look for a simple, square neckline that is both supportive and flattering but still formal enough for her MOB status. Pair it with a jacket if you’re looking for more of a formal mother-of-the-bride dress. The most important part of dress shopping for your mom is that she feels and looks like herself on your wedding day. Ultimately, finding the right dress for mom is such a personal choice. That’s why we put together a little cheat sheet for you to use when you’re out there shopping for mother-of-the-bride dresses. (By the way, most mother-of-the-bride dresses from Kleinfeld Bridal Party come in more than one color so you should be able to find something you love!)