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Shopping for your Mother of the Bride Outfit

Shopping for your Mother of the Bride Outfit


Ali Moore
Ali Moore Updated:
8th of March 2023

Once the date is set and the bride has found her dress, now is the time to shop for your all-important mother of the bride outfit. We have a few general tips to consider when shopping, as well as specific boutiques and designers around the country who will help make you feel comfortable and confident on this special day.

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Top Tips

Deciding on your outfit can be a little daunting, our first tip is to discuss with your daughter and your future son-in-law the colours that other people will be wearing. You will be in countless photographs with family members and the bridesmaids so it is important that you don’t clash!

The most important thing is that you feel comfortable. Your daughter’s wedding day is a once in a lifetime occasion and you do not want to be worrying about your dress or your hat whilst making memories that last a lifetime.

One of the other considerations you need to make is whether you are going to wear a hat. Traditionally, the mother of the bride would wear a hat on the wedding day. This is one of the only opportunities to wear a hat these days, so why not visit a millinery and have something truly special made for the day?

Here’s a few of our favourite suppliers...

Browne & Daughters, Lambourn, Oxfordshire

Browne & Daughters Mother of the Bride Outfit 2
 
Browne & Daughters Mother of the Bride Outfit
 
Browne and Daughters Mother of the Bride

A countryside studio located near Lambourn in Oxfordshire. The studio specialises in creating timeless and effortlessly chic pieces, perfect for your mother of the bride outfit.

Fancy Frocks of Clitheroe, Lancashire

Fancy Frocks of Clitheroe Mother of the Bride Outfit 2
Fancy Frocks of Clitheroe Mother of the Bride Outfit 2
 
Fancy Frocks of Clitheroe Mother of the Bride
 

A boutique that offers mother of the bride outfits from all over the world, staying updated on the latest trends. They have all the pieces you need to create your whole look from head to toe, from hats and fascinators to matching shoes.

Fashion Scene Ltd, Gravesend, Kent

Fashion Scene Ltd Mother of the Bride Outfit 2
Fashion Scene Ltd Mother of the Bride Outfit 2
Fashion Scene Ltd Mother of the Bride Outfit 2

The largest stockist of wedding outfits in the southeast with exclusive brands that offer unique pieces to help you stand out as the mother of the bride.

Boho Bridal Boutique, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire

Boho Bride Boutique Mother of the Bride 3
Boho Bride Boutique Mother of the Bride 3
 
Boho Bride Boutique Mother of the Bride 3

This boutique specialises in bespoke mother of the bride, made to measure outfits. If you are looking for a one of a kind design then Boho Bridal Boutique can help!

Judy Bentinck Millinery, Central London

Judy Bentick Millinery

An established couture milliner located in central London. All hats are made individually to order, creating something unique to compliment your outfit.

Louise Claire Millinery, Wallingford, Oxfordshire

The Hat Box
The Hat Box

A leading independent milliner who stocks their own designs as well as famous designers. Additionally, they offer a range of accessories to enhance your mother of the bride outfit.

The Hat Box, Oxford, Oxfordshire

Louise Claire Millinery
Louise Claire Millinery

An extensive range of hats and fascinators from British designers. The Hat Box can also make hats and handbags to order in over 100 colours for any outfit.

Found the perfect outfit for you? Now you can start thinking about the Mother of the bride speech! Didn't know that was a thing? Well it officially is and we're here to help you find out everything you need to know here.

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Ali Moore

About the author


Ali Moore

Ali is experienced in all things Mother of the Bride. She is in regular contact with outfitters across the country and ensures this list of boutiques and Mother of the Bride suppliers is as up-to-date as possible; making it really easy for you to find your dream attire.

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