{"id":9620,"date":"2012-05-09T09:00:15","date_gmt":"2012-05-09T14:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rootweddings.com\/blog\/?p=9620"},"modified":"2012-05-08T23:13:52","modified_gmt":"2012-05-09T04:13:52","slug":"inspiration-board-mother-of-the-bride","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rootweddings.com\/blog\/2012\/05\/09\/inspiration-board-mother-of-the-bride\/","title":{"rendered":"Inspiration Board : Mother of the Bride"},"content":{"rendered":"

I\u2019m baaaaaack! It\u2019s been awhile since I\u2019ve done an inspiration post, so I\u2019m easing back into things with a little love for all the mothers of the brides (and grooms) out there. After all, Mother\u2019s Day is this weekend! :)<\/p>\n

During this busy wedding season, nearly every day I\u2019ve been asked to help style mothers and grandmothers of the bride or groom. It\u2019s always the same: They come to me with joy on their face and a slight tinge of panic in their eyes.\u00a0 They tell me they\u2019ve been so busy helping their child plan his or her big day that they\u2019ve just now had time to think about themselves.\u00a0 After I take some time to assess their needs (when is the wedding, what time of day, what\u2019s her style, what\u2019s the couple\u2019s style, etc\u2026), we get to work.\u00a0 From the dress, to the shoes, to the jewelry, I do my best to give her the Pretty Woman<\/em> treatment, and it always ends with her breathing a huge sigh of relief.<\/p>\n

Brides, I know you may be stressed, but remember Mom is too. She is beyond excited for you, and because she loves you dearly, she wants everything to be perfect for you<\/em>– including how she\u2019s dressed. And if you go shopping with her for her dress, please remember that this is her<\/em> moment. Be patient. Be kind. Be supportive.<\/p>\n

So what to wear? Well, it all depends on the wedding and how formal it is. I urge you though to look outside the realm of David\u2019s Bridal. I promise there are some amazing options out there for all budgets and body types. Remember fit is first and foremost! Most women need their clothes altered. Without alterations a thousand dollar dress can look cheap, but with alterations, a bargain can look like a steal.<\/p>\n

Here are my favorite designers for MOBs as well as other choice dresses:<\/p>\n

Tadashi Shoji – Although he\u2019s been designing for more than 30 years, it was Octavia Spencer\u2019s stunning appearances at this year\u2019s Golden Globes and Oscars, that brought his designs back into the spotlight. His Asian roots permeate in his work with beautiful draping and impeccable tailoring.\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n

Foil Draped Gown<\/a>, Lavender Chiffon Dress<\/a>, and Ruched Taffeta Gown<\/a><\/p>\n

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St. John \u2013 This is my go-to designer for women that want polished perfection. Whether it\u2019s an afternoon wedding in a garden or an evening ceremony, the line offers a wide variety of sophistication. <\/em><\/p>\n

Lace Sleeve Dress<\/a>, \u00a0Cowl Neck Blouse and Skirt<\/a>, and\u00a0Wisteria Sheath<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Other faves :<\/em><\/p>\n

Rachel Roy dress<\/a>,\u00a0 Lela Rose dress<\/a>, and Laundry by Shelli Segal dress<\/a><\/p>\n

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More posts by Lorie, our style expert!<\/strong><\/p>\n