Mother of the Bride Outfits – Mother of the Groom Outfits

Different styles and colours of dresses and suits can create the perfect look to compliment the bride and her wedding attendants. Thinking about the fabric and cut of the Mother of the Bride outfit is an important factor so is choosing the right colour to best match your skin tone. Getting this right can transform all types of figures from tall, short, slim, curvy, petite etc.


Roman Mother of the Bride outfits and occasion dresses under £50
Gina Bacconi Colette Asymmetric Dress & Jacket Set, Navy
Gina Bacconi Colette Asymmetric Dress & Jacket Set, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£290.00

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Gina Bacconi Lulu Jacquard Dress & Coat, Mint Green
Gina Bacconi Lulu Jacquard Dress & Coat, Mint Green
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

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Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
John Lewis & Partners

£360.00

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Womens Lace Trim Cape Detail Pencil Dress
Womens Lace Trim Cape Detail Pencil Dress
Wallis UK

was: £79.00

£39.50

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Womens Petite Lace Trim Cape Detail Pencil Dress
Womens Petite Lace Trim Cape Detail Pencil Dress
Wallis UK

was: £79.00

£31.60

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Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
John Lewis & Partners

£360.00

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Womens Jacquard Pencil Dress With Chiffon Cape
Womens Jacquard Pencil Dress With Chiffon Cape
Wallis UK

was: £79.00

£47.40

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Roman Scallop Edge Plain Bodycon Shift Dress in Navy
Roman Scallop Edge Plain Bodycon Shift Dress in Navy
Roman

£50.00

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Roman 3/4 Sleeve Cropped Scallop Edge Smart Jacket in Navy
Roman 3/4 Sleeve Cropped Scallop Edge Smart Jacket in Navy
Roman

£45.00

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Gina Bacconi Lola Tiered Dress & Jacket, Navy
Gina Bacconi Lola Tiered Dress & Jacket, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£250.00

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Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Jacket Dress, Grey
Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Jacket Dress, Grey
John Lewis & Partners

£340.00

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Gina Bacconi Monica Beaded Jacket Frill Neck Dress, Nordic Blue
Gina Bacconi Monica Beaded Jacket Frill Neck Dress, Nordic Blue
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Online Wedding Shops

Wedding shops and many department stores offer style advice. Not everyone knows how to get the best look that suits them. This help can often open up a whole new way of how you see yourself, giving you the confidence to try out something different.

Once the outfit has been chosen the next dilemma is whether to wear a hat or some other form of hair accessory to compliment your outfit. Some women don’t feel comfortable wearing a hat and go for a fascinator instead while others just love the thought of wearing the most glamorous of creations!

Choosing a Wedding Hat

The same style advice when choosing a wedding outfit should be taken when choosing a hat. Today it is not just the dedicated wedding shops that have the best hats; you can try on various styles from many stores and many online stores have a great selection too.

Pale Blue Saucer Hatinator with Rose Flower, Sinamay Loops, Feathers & Quills
Pale Blue Saucer Hatinator with Rose Flower, Sinamay Loops, Feathers & Quills
Chesca

£155.00

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Ivory Medium Hatinator With Feather Flower & Quills
Ivory Medium Hatinator With Feather Flower & Quills
Chesca

£165.00

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Fuchsia Medium Hatinator with Sinamay Loops
Fuchsia Medium Hatinator with Sinamay Loops
Chesca

£155.00

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John Lewis Betty Asymmetric Downturn Hat
John Lewis Betty Asymmetric Downturn Hat
John Lewis & Partners

£115.00

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John Lewis Tabitha Upturn Brim Occasion Hat, Black
John Lewis Tabitha Upturn Brim Occasion Hat, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£125.00

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John Lewis Athena Pillbox Organza Fascinator
John Lewis Athena Pillbox Organza Fascinator
John Lewis & Partners

£75.00

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Buying a hat online may not be your first choice but if you already have an idea of the style of hat that suits you then you may find something a little bit different than those offered in the shops. Hats for the Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom, Church Hats, Fascinators, Ascot Hats, and other special occasions can either be purchased online, in-store, or hired.

Hiring a wedding hat is a good idea when you know you are less likely to wear the same hat again and there are many places that hire designer hats too. If you like the idea of an exclusive designer hat you will find some places even offer to buy the hat back from you.

Find Wedding Shops

If you’re seeking an outfit for a special occasion like a wedding and you are the brides’ mother it can be quite daunting. Today specialist wedding shops cater not only for the bride but all her guests and attendants too. Mum and daughter can enjoy time together as they each look for their outfits for the big day.

You will find exclusive collections of designer special occasionwear, cocktail dresses, evening wear, and wedding outfits plus hats and handbags. Both Mother of the Bride and of course Mother of the Groom can find something extra special.

Nowadays wedding guests are spoilt for choice when it comes to buying occasionwear many stores have their own wedding section with a collection of wonderful outfits. Best of all the latest designs and classy clothes are not too over the top so they can be worn again on other special occasions.

Author Debra Binns
Curated by Debra Binns

Debra Binns is the co-founder of MotherOfTheBrideOutfits.org.uk. Debra has been creating and sharing relevant content about women's occasionwear since 2009, bringing together fabulous fashion from the high street and online stores for that special occasion.

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