As if shopping for designer dresses in Toronto for yourself and your bridesmaids was not enough, you might also want to put some thought into helping your mother choose her gown for the event. Shopping for the mother of the bride’s dress does not have to be a daunting task.
Is There a Tradition in Place?
According to wedding tradition, the mother of the bride should purchase her gown in Toronto bridal shops before the bride begins to shop for hers. The idea, here, is that the mother of the bride “hints” at what the bride should inevitably wear to her own wedding. It is an old-fashioned (and frankly unrealistic) tradition that many people no longer follow. Following this tradition often makes buying a wedding dress feel like a competition, and it should not. It can also cause personal rifts between mothers and daughters, which is never a good thing.
What about the Mother of the Groom?
According to the same tradition, the mother of the bride would then contact the mother of the groom to give her information about the dress. Once again, this tradition is quite outdated and no longer necessary, although the groom’s mother may actually feel relieved to get this information. After all, if one of the mothers feels underdressed or overdressed for the occasion, he or she will not enjoy the day quite as much. Asking your mother to touch base politely with your fiancée’s mother is always a great idea.
Are There Any Color Restrictions?
When shopping for the mother of the bride dress, you should avoid white and off-white as these can take away from the bride. You should also avoid black, since this color suggests mourning (although black details are acceptable and modern). Finally, you should avoid red and other “flashy” shades that may draw the eye a little too much. Nonetheless, it is up to you and your mother to decide what is best. Mori Lee in Toronto is a fantastic option as this particular designer makes some of the most popular mother of the bride dresses in the area.
How Much Say Does the Bride Really Have?
In all honesty, it’s your mother, so you already know how much say you have in the matter. However, it is your wedding, so make that known ahead of time. A fair request involves asking your mother to stick to a certain color spectrum so that no one clashes, but an unfair request is asking your mother to wear a dress cut to the knees if it makes her feel uncomfortable. For the best results, head out to a few Toronto bridal shops with your mom and see what you can find. Chances are, you will find the perfect dress for both of you.
In a nutshell, you should think of the mother of the bride gown in much the same way that you think of bridesmaids’ designer dresses in Toronto. Although you should have some say in the matter because it is your wedding, you should never make your bridesmaids – or your mother – feel uncomfortable during the ceremony.
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