Magnificent Mother Of The Bride Dress Options!

After all, it's a big day for you as well. You want to look your best for your daughter and the many wonderful family pictures that will be taken. While you don't want to steal the show, you want to look elegant, polished, and beautiful!

Formality

Your first consideration when it comes to selecting your wedding day ensemble is the level of formality of the event. If it is a casual backyard wedding, a sundress is perfectly appropriate but if it is a black-tie affair you'll be looking for something a little more glamorous.

A smart skirt-and-jacket combo is perfect for middle-of-the-line weddings and can take you from the ceremony to the reception in style. Depending on the timeline of the event, you may wish to wear one outfit for the ceremony and have a second dress waiting for the evening portion of the event.

Coordinate

It's a nice gesture to speak to the mother of the groom to find out what she will be wearing. While you don't need to match or wear the same designer, having an idea of how each other will be dressing will ensure that one of you doesn't look more formal than the other.

VB-7721 Mother of the Bride - $ 298.00 From the Victoria's 2007 Vivi Collection.Sleeveless Beaded Chiffon Gown with Jacket. Shown in Royal Blue, also available in Plum and Claret. No Returns or Exchanges please.

It's also a good idea to consider what the color scheme of the wedding is what color will the bridesmaids be wearing? While you are not expected to wear the same color, choosing a coordinating hue is a great idea. The photos will look fabulous and your dress will contrast nicely with the other girls.

For example, if the wedding party is wearing lavender, you might wear pale yellow with a lavender corsage. So in your mother of the bride dress people will know you are also part of the wedding party.

Comfort

Remember, you will be wearing your mother of the bride dress for several hours. Make sure that it fits properly, is comfortable, and isn't too warm or too cold for the weather. Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be standing for a long period of time. Consider having insoles put into your shoes to keep your toes happy!

For cooler-weather weddings, choose a heavier fabric and purchase coordinating winter accessories. Keeping an elegant wrap on hand, clasped with a beautiful brooch, is a glamorous way to keep warm in chilly weather.

VB-7741 Mother of the Bride - $ 319.00 From the Victoria's 2008 Vivi Collection.Short-sleeve sheath dress with long-sleeve jacket. Shown in Claret, also available in Wisteria and Sage. No returns or Exchanges please.

In the summertime, sun protection is the main concern. A fancy hat or parasol to match your mother of the bride dress can keep you protected from the sun's harsh rays without compromising on style! Choose a color that matches the wedding party colors.

Style

Make sure you choose a mother of the bride dress that is flattering, and that you love! The color should work well with your skin tone and hair coloring, and the cut should make you feel beautiful.

VB-7738 Mother of the Bride - $ 278.00 From the Victoria's 2008 Vivi Collection.Modified a-line dress with lace sleeveless tank bodice. Shown in Ivory/Pink, also available in Ivory, Ivory/Champagne and Ivory/Black. No returns or Exchanges please.

Etiquette

You may be asked to wear a particular mother of the bride dress to the wedding. Or, the bride may want to go shopping with you and offer her advice and input as to what dress you should wear. Be as understanding and nurturing as you always are - but at the end of the day you need to choose a mother of the bride dress that you are comfortable in and will enjoy wearing!

A wedding is a big occasion for any family. As the mother of the bride, you are a guest of honor! Wear your corsage proudly, choose a dress you find particularly becoming, and don't forget your best accessory of all that beautiful child who is saying her vows today! For more ideas and information for the mother of the bride and her daughter go to www.for-my-daughters-wedding.com

VB-7733 Mother of the Bride - $ 258.00 From the Victoria's 2008 Vivi Collection.Beaded Mermaid Gown with Halter Top. Shown in Sage, also available in Silver, Wisteria and Champagne. No Returns or Exchanges please.

VB-7735 Mother of the Bride - $ 198.00 From the Victoria's 2008 Vivi Collection.Strapless Silk Taffeta Mermaid Gown with 3/4-Sleeve Bolero Jacket. Shown in Royal Blue, also available in Periwinkle and Hunter. No Returns or Exchanges please.

VB-731 Mother of the Bride - $ 158.00 From the Victoria's 2007 Vivi Collection.Sleeveless Chiffon Gown with a Draped Neckline. Shown in Black, also available in Silver and Royal Blue. No Returns or Exchanges please.