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ure, it’s the bride’s big day. 
But that doesn’t mean the 
moms can’t shine, too. 
The mothers-of-the-bride and 
groom are no longer relegated 
to the matronly corner — from 
flowing gowns to architectural 
cocktail frocks and everything in 
between, the new MOB/G attire 
has elements of all the trends 
in fashion, and there are more 
options than ever. Delicious 
colors, tons of shimmer, big 
stand-out bows and florals with 
a focus on comfort and all the 
sizes, dresses for mom deserve 
pride of place in the wedding 
party.
“One thing that I often hear 

Mothers-of-the-bride 
(and groom): Shine on!
MamaMia

from mothers-of-the-bride or groom is ‘I don’t 
want to stand out too much,’ or ‘I don’t want to 
outshine the bride,’” says Rachel Lutz, owner of 
the Peacock Room in Detroit, known as a dress 
destination for sizes 0-22 and unsurpassed 
customer service. “No one will outshine the 
bride, so don’t worry about that. But don’t be 
afraid to dress in a celebratory way! If you 
shine on the outside, it will show that you’re 
shining with pride on the inside for the happy 
couple.”
Lutz also likes to remind stepmothers that 
they are mothers as well. “If they feel close to the 
bride or groom, they deserve every bit as much 
celebration as someone who is related by blood,” 
she says. “Don’t feel that as a stepparent, you 
should blend into the background.”
At the end of the day, Lutz says, 
“Find something that makes 
you feel beautiful, but also 
that fits well. You want to be 
focusing on the joyous day, 
not tugging at your dress. 
And once you find 
your perfect dress, 
don’t forget to get 
a professional bra 
fitting and session 
with a seamstress. 
It’ll make all the 
difference!” 

Sachin & Babi’s 
crystal-encrusted 
Olympia Gown in 
Grape mikado is a 
juicy showstopper. 
Sachinandbabi.com.

Pair Sachin & Babi’s Lenox 
cushion-sole Obi-Bow 
Slingback in Cerise with practi-
cally anything — but they look 
especially stunning peeking out 
from under a full-length gown, 
like the Olympia. 
Sachinandbabi.com.

A high neckline, 
flowing pleats and 
cape sleeves bring 
the drama in Mac 
Duggal’s Pleated 
Caplet Tea-Length 
Dress in Midnight. 
Macduggal.com.

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