Yes, a wedding day is all about the happy couple, but the mother of the bride shares a little bit of the limelight as well. In some cases, she plays a major part in running the big day, carrying bridal trains, wrangling guests for photos, and making sure everyone is generally having a good time—especially the bride. In others, she’s simply there to enjoy herself, spending the night on the dance-floor surrounded by friends. Yet whatever mother of the bride duties may fall before you, looking and feeling your best will only make the day all the better.
Luckily, today’s mother of the bride outfits are far from the stiff silhouettes and dusty shades of years gone by. From sleek tailoring to romantic pastels and luxe embellishments, the modern mother of the bride will find something to suit her, whatever her style or budget. Plus, to give you a head-start, we’ve found nine looks that are ready to shop, below.
