As the mother of the bride, if you remember the emotion you felt when you gave birth to your daughter, be prepared to feel at least half of it on her wedding day. Sometimes, the guests cry, laugh, and maybe even scream, so there will be a lot of emotion around you, and you should do your best not to let these feelings take control over you. No one says you should repress your emotions and it is perfectly fine to let yourself feel, but at the same time, you have to maintain your composure because you are your daughter’s biggest supporter!
Make sure nothing goes wrong
All kinds of events are characterized by stress, but when it comes to a wedding, the intensity doubles. And as the mother of the bride, you’re not just a random guest but probably the next most important person, so the impact on you will likely triple. Assuming you want to help your daughter have a day to remember, you have to make sure everything goes smoothly. Re-check everything such as the cake, dress, hair, and make-up appointments. Photographers arriving late would be a significant issue, so call them before the ceremony begins to ensure they make it in time. The hostesses can get overwhelmed at some point, so be prepared to escort people to their tables as well.
In other words, your role is to ensure nothing is missing, and she is going to have the best time of her life.
Prepare for your daughter’s mood swings
Officially deciding to spend your life with someone else and share with them every single thing life has in store for you can be a moment that weighs heavily on your mind. That said, if your daughter starts to cry and laugh simultaneously on her wedding day, just be there for her because she just needs your support. You have to make time for what matters the most, and that is her state of mind. This day has an enormous sentimental significance for her, so she will unconditionally need you by her side.
Joy, anxiety, love, nervousness, exhaustion, excitement, and maybe even doubt are all emotions she might feel, so remind her it is completely normal and do your best to help her keep it all together.
Another important thing is to make sure she eats well and stays hydrated, as this can help her better control the mood swings she encounters during the day.
Look flawless while doing it
Obviously you need to look stunning on your daughter’s wedding day, so it is time to talk a little about the outfit. If your daughter has some suggestions, consider them, but if she does not, this might help you find the perfect mother of the bride’s dress.
Is it acceptable to wear a dress that is basic and passe? Of course not. Would it be a good idea to pick it randomly without giving it too much thought? Also, no.
So, opting for a color that matches your skin tone or flatters your eyes is best. If the silhouette of your dress is not really defined and you want to highlight your waist, you can, for example, use a crystal belt to accessorize it. If you still feel like something is missing, add a beautiful shawl, a pearl necklace, or even gloves. Choose what you think will make your outfit stand out the most.
Do not forget you probably need two dresses, one for the daytime celebration and the other for the night party. During the first part of the day, you can go for light-coloured and floral style dresses, and after that, you can opt for a sleeveless black dress. However, this is not a rule, so choose dresses that make you feel confident and gorgeous in it. No one says you should necessarily wear a dress and if you think a tailored suit would be the best option for you, by all means go for it.
Also, do not choose uncomfortable shoes and make sure you can run in that dress, if that is necessary, because as the brides’ mother, you never know what might happen next.
Create a welcoming atmosphere for your guests
Of course, you can get to their hearts with a good candy bar, but let’s have in mind some thoughtful ways that will definitely make your guests feel welcomed.
Organizing the tables: Assist the couple organizing the tables and help them put together people who do not know each other; make sure every person at their table knows at least one other person, so they can have lovely conversations.
Check on the guests: While the happy couple will definitely try to engage with all their guests, they might not reach everyone, so you can do it for them and ask them politely if they find everything to their liking.
Entertain them: Invite them to dance and suggest taking some pictures. If your daughter’s budget allows, incorporate a photo booth and prepare goodie bags or wedding favors for them.
Smile and have fun!
We discussed your duties as the mother of the bride and how important your outfit is, but there is another thing you should definitely do while doing all of these, and that is to have fun and enjoy the entire process.
Your precious baby is not so little anymore. Now, you have in front of your eyes a beautiful woman at the beginning of an important chapter in her life. Enjoy the moment to the fullest because it will be one of the most memorable events of your life. Smile as much as you can, spread love, dance, live in the present, and do not worry too much, even if the event is not running smoothly.
Mother and Daughter Bond Should Stay Strong Forever
You and your daughter may no longer live under the same roof, but no distance can break your bond. That means it is the perfect day to remind her she is loved and appreciated and to ensure she never forgets what a powerful woman she became. As a result, you should not stress too much about what gift you should buy for her, because the greatest gift you can give her is to be there for her, hug her, tell her how beautiful she is, and let her know no matter what happens, you will always be by her side.
