Fashion in general, has gone through so many trend cycles for as long as we can remember. And these trend cycles also emerge every now and then, especially in these recent years, the pendulum swinging towards the more traditional but with a modern twist out of simplicity.
In the case of weddings, these traditions have since been adapted or modified to suit the current sensibilities of the day. This goes with wedding attire, and that includes the dresses worn by the mothers of the bride and the groom. Perhaps even going further to the grandmothers of the bride and the groom.
For a long time, mother of the bride dresses leaned towards matronly in terms of styles. That is until recent years, when dress designers decided to widen the range of styles the mother of the bride could wear on their child’s wedding day. More and more traditional dress styles have since been adapted for mothers of the bride, showing that it doesn’t always have to be ultra-traditional or incredibly modern either.
Whichever the case, the mother of the bride will ultimately want to wear something that they can look and feel good in.
So Which is Better: Traditional or Modern?
Mondressy Sheath Column Scoop Neck Half-Sleeves Dress
So, which way should the mother of the bride go when choosing a dress to wear for their child’s wedding? To put it simply, it could go both ways especially when the designs have been incredibly diverse. Some mothers of the bride can choose to stay traditional and opt for the usual dress styles. There are also others who would want something a little more modern. Some mothers of the bride can also choose to take a traditional dress design and modify it with modern details.
This dress by Mondressy is one of the classic dress styles that mother of the brides have gone for in their child’s weddings. A silvery-white gown with a scoop neckline and floral applique details at the bodice.
There Isn’t a Strict Dress Rule for Mothers of the Bride
Mondressy Sheath Column Scoop Neck Mother of the Bride Dress
Compared to what the couple getting married is traditionally going to wear, the “rules” aren’t as clear when it comes to what the mother of the bride should wear. So, it’s all down to what the mother of the bride looks and feels confident in that matters, provided that the bride approves of the choice. Sometimes, mothers of the bride may even opt to wear pantsuits, jumpsuits, or dresses that show a little more skin, breaking away from the traditional conservative looks worn in the past.
One such dress that the mother of the bride could go for is number from Mondressy. Another example of a traditional-leaning look, this gives the illusion of being a two-piece outfit with sheer sleeves.
It Always Depends on the Venue, Season, and Formality
Mondressy Two-Piece A-Line Floor Length Dress
When looking for a mother of the bride’s dress, it’s a rule of thumb to note where the wedding will take place, as well as the time of year, and how formal it is. It narrows down the choices to what could be acceptable to wear at the wedding. It might not be comfortable wearing something conservative during a summer wedding, or a shorter dress at a black tie venue.
An example to play it safe, is this floor-length outfit from Mondressy. The silhouette and the lines are simple, made a little more romantic with the floral applique details on the top and the jacket.
Other details to consider when choosing a mother of the bride dress? The color palette decided on by the couple, as well as the mother’s own undertone – warm, cool, olive, or neutral. They may have a warm undertone in their complexion and would look good in more vibrant, jewel hues. Cool undertones can lean towards more muted tones, while olives or neutrals can go with a mix of both.
It Also Depends on What the Bridesmaids Will Wear
Mondressy A-Line Princess Square Neck Tea-Length Dress
When looking for a mother of the bride’s dress, it’s a rule of thumb to note where the wedding will take place, as well as the time of year, and how formal it is. It narrows down the choices to what could be acceptable to wear at the wedding. It might not be comfortable wearing something conservative during a summer wedding, or a shorter dress at a black tie venue.
An example to play it safe, is this floor-length outfit from Mondressy. The silhouette and the lines are simple, made a little more romantic with the floral applique details on the top and the jacket.
Other details to consider when choosing a mother of the bride dress? The color palette decided on by the couple, as well as the mother’s own undertone – warm, cool, olive, or neutral. They may have a warm undertone in their complexion and would look good in more vibrant, jewel hues. Cool undertones can lean towards more muted tones, while olives or neutrals can go with a mix of both.