Your child is getting married? Congratulations! It’s a happy day ahead, but there’s a lot of preparation to do beforehand. Among them: choosing your outfit. For some, it’s already been ordered a few months ago; for others, it’s still a headache…
First tip: don’t wait too long
In fact, the offer for mothers of the bride and groom is very disparate and not always adapted to your needs. It’s a safe bet that you’ll have to do a lot of shopping before you find that rare pearl… If your daughter or son is getting married this summer and you hadn’t started looking by mid-spring, it’s time to get started.
Focus on finding a flattering cut
As always when choosing a garment, the fact that it fits well is more important than the fact that it looks good. Of course, you always want to have both, but don’t rush into a pretty model you’ve seen on the web if you’re not sure the fit is right for you. Instead, go into a physical boutique and try on different designs: neckline, length, loose-fitting or close-fitting – these are the things to determine, and will help you to know which garment shape to focus on.
Stay in line with your clothing style
Sure, it’s a big day, but that’s no reason to dress up. Trust your experience and stick to a style that suits you and reflects your personality. If you never wear a dress because you’re not comfortable, don’t impose it on yourself. A pantsuit or jumpsuit will work perfectly for the mother of the bride or groom. Just as when you start searching on the Internet, lace models or long evening gowns sometimes stand out: if this kind of model doesn’t fit in with your aesthetic, don’t impose it on yourself just because it’s told to be “wedding-appropriate”.
Choose noble fabrics
The fabrics from which your garment is cut are very important. It’s what will make all the difference between an everyday model and an outfit suitable for your daughter’s or son’s wedding. Quality, color and pattern will make all the difference and draw the eye to you. Choose bright or pastel tones, pretty abstract or floral patterns that will add fun to your look. Likewise, pay attention to the workmanship of the garment. Beautiful finishing touches and details will make all the difference and add refinement to your look as mother of the groom or bride.
Select great accessories to complete your outfit
We often talk about the hat worn by mothers of brides, but of course there’s no obligation to wear one. A pretty handbag, fine jewelry or why not a family brooch will add chic to your outfit.
Choosing beautiful accessories to go with a clean-cut dress has the added advantage that you can carry the elements over separately to other occasions to create a whole new look.
Now you’re ready to go shopping in your local boutiques, looking for your mother-of-the-bride or mother-of-the-groom outfit.
And since we’ve noticed that it’s not easy to find a great offer for moms, we’ve got a little surprise for you: Atelier Luje is preparing a special moms’ collection to be released in September 2024!
We can’t wait to see you in the beautiful outfits we’ve imagined for you!