
Whether as mother-of-the-bride, or mother-of-the groom it is important to try and coordinate the choice of apparel with other outfits being worn at the wedding.
While it is very important that the ladies look their best, they also need to take care not to detract attention from the bride and her immediate attendants.
Deciding on the perfect colour and style for the mothers' outfits can often turn into a very complex issue. The best outfits to select are those that have elegant, yet simple lines, in colours that blend and not detract from the bride's attire. This is also a very important factor where group photographs are concerned, especially if the bride is wearing white.
The choice of outfit that the mother of the groom and the mother of the bride decide upon should also be discussed prior to the wedding in order to prevent any last minute embarrassing 'duplication' moments.
As with a carefully chosen bridesmaid's dress, the mother's dress can be worn at many other special occasions and events.