Seven Ways To Include Your Mother On Your Wedding Day

Your mom has probably been anticipating this day as much, or maybe even more than you have. She has provided you with the love, support, and an extra hand when it comes to all things wedding planning. Her heart and soul has definitely been put into helping you bring your dream to life. Recognizing her efforts with special wedding day gifts or gestures will ensure she feels your love and appreciation. Here are seven ideas on how to honor your mother on your wedding day!
 

1. Mother-Daughter Photos.

On your wedding day you will most likely spend the most time with your mother pre-ceremony while you’re getting ready. She’ll be zipping up your dress, helping pin your hair, and clasping your necklace on. These are all beautiful candid moments that you should make sure to remind your photographer to focus on. Carve out some one-on-one time for some really special shots together once you’re both ready. You can even take an epic generational photo if you want to include your grandmother/s. These photos will be special moments to look back on. 

Photo by Birds Of A Feather.

2. A First Look.

If you're not into First Looks with your soon-to-be husband but love the idea of surprising someone special with your all-white look, then get mom and dad ready for some gasps. A First Look captures raw emotions so intimately and deeply, you'll be sure to frame these photos after everything is said and done.⁠

3. A Sentimental Gift.

This gift doesn’t have to be elaborate, but it should be sentimental. Some great ideas are a handwritten letter, a framed photo or album of you two, or even a custom wedding day purse that matches your theme color but has a sentimental surprise on the inside. Anything that lets her know what she means to you.

4. Honor Her With Her Dress.

I'm sure you've heard of the tradition to wear your mother's wedding dress on your own wedding day. However.. there could be many different factors that are leading you to not want to keep that tradition alive. Maybe her dress is just completely not your style, out of style, or just ill fitting. Of course the option to alter her dress and make modern changes is available. But it's totally okay to want your own unique dress to represent your journey! A sweet way to honor her is to remake parts of it onto your new dress, wear her veil, or wear a family heirloom/piece of jewelry. You can even add parts of her old dress to your bouquet. This is the perfect way to check off “something borrowed” or “something old” off your list!

By MyMomsDressHeirlooms.

5. Invite Her To Give You Away As Well.

Most American wedding traditions involve more father-daughter interaction than mother-daughter. While in other traditions, both parents walk the bride down the aisle. This is such a sweet way to include more of your momma on this day and will ensure she feels special. 

6. Mother-Daughter Wedding Dance.

The more sentimental moments, the better! Adding a mother-daughter dance is another fun way to show appreciation and spend sweet moments together.
 

Photo by Tim Tab Studios.

7. Devote a special shade to her MOB dress.

Your mother has been an immense help to this day. She deserves to feel a part of it and look her best doing it. Find her a dress that is complementary to the bridesmaid colors, but a few shades darker. Help her plan some dazzling shoes to match and make her feel ultra glam.