For such a very special day you want to ensure you choose the perfect outfit. There are no rules of course, but there are traditions and things to bear in mind when choosing an outfit.
Most mothers look for a dress that blends with the bride's chosen colours and often uses the bridesmaids' dresses as a palette. It's usual to avoid white, ivory, black or red or anything too bright or overdone. If you're unsure, talk to the bride for her opinion because, let's face it, it's her big day! The main thing is that everyone feels comfortable and beautiful.
Here’s some great boutiques where you can choose from a wide range of ladies' and girls' fashions based both in your local area and further afield, whom you might want to get in touch with...
Don't forget to mention County Wedding Magazines when contacting a boutique for your mother of the bride outfit or formal wear for ladies and girls.
Ladies' & girls' formal wear
With 30 years’ experience, Coco Fashion has one of the most extensive ranges of beautiful designer outfits in Essex.
All outfits for each season are personally selected by store owner, Alice Cox, from wedding fairs around the world, including Milan, Paris, Barcelona and New York.
(Ladies' & girls' formal wear)
Ladies' & girls' formal wear
Finiks London was founded in 2011 out of a family passion for making beautiful clothes for special moments.
The name Finiks is associated with the mythical bird Phoenix, known as a symbol of the new beginning
(Ladies' & girls' formal wear)
Ladies' & girls' formal wear
At Hen House Brides you’ll find exquisite bridal wear and occasion outfits in our beautiful boutique in the heart of Devizes, Wiltshire.
Beautiful bridal shop in the heart of Devizes with gowns from Benjamin Roberts, Lou Lou, Louise Bentley and Lenovia.
(Ladies' & girls' formal wear)
Ladies' & girls' formal wear
Jessica Kennedy is situated in the historic Cathedral City of Canterbury. Assessible by M2, A2 or A28. With three large carparks in Castle Street. Walkable distance from the City Centre.
Large range of outfits; specialising in Occasion wear; Mother of the Bride/Groom. By Condici, Ronald Joyce and Ispirato. From sizes 8 to 20.
(Ladies' & girls' formal wear)
Ladies' & girls' formal wear
Whether it’s Royal Ascot, Henley Royal Regatta, a wedding, garden party, or you simply need a glamorous headpiece; we are home to beautiful hand-made millinery. If you wish to buy, hire or even create your own hat at a Millinery House event, it's all here. (Ladies' & girls' formal wear)
Ladies' & girls' formal wear
Since 1988 Serendipity Fashions has become the premier stockist for Mother of the Bride, Groom and wedding guests for Guildford and the surrounding area. (Ladies' & girls' formal wear)
Ladies' & girls' formal wear
Twisted Glamour is passionate about creating unique accessories. The initial collection comprises of headpieces, hair accessories and corsages. (Ladies' & girls' formal wear)