Category: Mother of the Bride Blog

Weddings have changed a lot in the last few years, from all aspects, it is now planned by the couple themselves more than the brides parents, weddings do not have to be in a church so wedding venues have changed.

So when it comes to Mother of the Bride or Groom dresses the possibilities are endless. From floaty maxi dresses to trouser suits, it can feel quite daunting and scary with all the options but that is why we are here to help you find that perfect outfit. So be open minded and try it all on.

When you think of a Mother of the Bride or Groom outfit typically you will think of a shift dress with a  jacket and traditionally that is very much the case.

This is still very much a style a lot of our Mother of the Brides and Grooms will go for, especially if it is a very traditional wedding. It is a timeless classic that will never date or go out of fashion. As time goes on of course they have been updated to stay on trend either by colours, fabrics or by adding the odd diamante. So when you come and we ask you to try a traditional style of outfit on please don’t rule it out, there is a reason brands are still making them and that is because they work.

As it is 1st April it only seemed right that we talked about pranks and jokes as part of a wedding day or the wedding build up.

Do you know that bride who pretended to choose the most horrendous bridesmaid dresses to wind them up? Have you checked through the best mans speech to make sure its not too embarrassing? Got to watch out for anyone about to photo bomb your photo. Or do you think some humor will only add to the day?

Some of my favourite reels to watch are wedding fails, for example the dad that walked down the aisle without his daughter the bride. The flower girl or page boy who stropped down the aisle. If you have any funny wedding stories that you want to share why not email them to us at shop@annefurbank.com

 

Rainbow collection has arrived here at Anne Furbank. We have 3 styles of shoes to choose from plus 2 styles of bags, once you have chosen you then get to decide what colour to dye them so they are a perfect match for that special day.

Fee G is a delightful brand from Ireland giving us a reason to dress up for spring. Their collection of dresses are perfect for race days, weddings, summer parties and holidays.

For the first time ever we are stocking Marc Cain Glam and it definitely is glamorous!

From floaty maxi dresses to little shift dresses, trousers and shirts it really is a collection for everyone.

With beautiful spring/summer prints and colours it hits that romantic occasion vibe beautifully. Make sure you come in store and have a look for yourself.

Images coming soon…….

One of the things I say to a lot of the mothers who come in is just to try. You might not like a dress on the hanger but when it is on a body it will look completely different. That’s why is it called finding your style, you have to go and find it. It is not going to jump out at you. You have to put the work in by trying different makes and styles on. That’s the only way you are going to find the right dress for you.

I cannot stress enough how important the right underwear is! If you have any questions regarding underwear please do not hesitate to ask.

If you are not wearing the right bra then a dress you are trying on might not fit you correctly. Don’t be ashamed of the Bridget Jones knickers that suck everything in (we all have a pair)

Here at Anne Furbank we try create a safe space so you can talk to us about all things outfit related, including the right underwear.

Traditionally the Mother of the Bride should get her outfit first. As I have said many times that weddings are not as traditional now as they used to be. However we are only at the start of wedding season and I am hearing more and more from the Mother of the Brides that the Mother of the Grooms are not waiting for the Mother of the Bride to pick their outfit first and that this has upset them.

So my advice to all you Mothers out there is to communicate. Whether it is with the other mother or the bride and groom. A wedding is such a joyful event and the build up is part of the fun so we want everyone to have the best experience.

This is one question we get a lot and that is when should I buy my Mother of the Bride or Groom outfit? The answer is………..when you are ready to!

If you are saving for that perfect dress do not look until you have saved what you are wanting to spend.

If you want to lose weight then wait until you are at the size you want to be.

The amount of mothers who come not expecting to find their outfit but then do but sometimes have to walk away from it because the circumstances are not quite right.

So make sure the timing is right for you and we will do the rest.