Top 4 Questions asked About Mother Of The Bride Dresses. Answered!

No wedding is complete without the participation of the mother of the bride. Her role involves far more than just walking her daughter down the aisle. The mother of the bride is a rock through the planning and execution stages of the wedding and is the glue that holds everything together when people are getting jangled nerves.
 
This makes choosing the right dress for the mother of the bride almost as important as selecting the bride's attire. This is why we have put together this guide to answer all of your questions about what style of dress you should choose for the mother of the bride on the big day.

It's not necessary for the mother of the bride to wear a particular colour. To avoid taking attention away from the bride, stay away from white, ivory or champagne shades. Black is also out (save that for funerals) and it is best to avoid red as well, because of the attention that it grabs.
 
Most brides' and grooms' mothers choose navy as the most popular colour for their weddings. Nude and blush are also popular choices.

Either option is acceptable, even at the most formal weddings. The one thing to remember is that the dress needs to coordinate with the bride, so match the length with their gown.

'Match' is probably the wrong word to use here. The mother of the bride's attire should complement the bridal party, so it is always best to wait until the bridesmaids’ dresses have been finalised. Then, you can choose a colour, style and length that complements their dresses while the mother of the bride will still have their own unique dress.

While it can be tempting to bring out the big guns from the accessory draw and jewellery cabinet, this is the bride's big day and you don't want to go over the top. Classic and simple is the name of the game here and an ensemble of studs, a small ring and a bracelet will enable you to perfectly accessorise without drawing too much attention to yourself.
 
Liaise with the bridesmaids in the lead-up to the wedding and try to coordinate your accessories with theirs. You can also use the wedding dress code for guidance.

To ensure all members of the bridal party look their best and are on the same page, it is often best to consult the experts. Contact the team at Onyx Poppy Boutique for assistance in putting together the best bridal party packages for your wedding on the Sunshine Coast.