Throughout the wedding-planning process, your mom can be your biggest ally and, let's be honest, slightly difficult. We thought we would turn the question to our biggest fans and followers on Facebook and Twitter to give us the best advice for all you 'MOB's out there (yes, that's short for Mother-of-the-Bride). Let's face it, you guys know best!
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Allison Giddens: "Get a wedding planner! They can help mediate touchy subjects so you, as the bride, aren't 'the bad guy!'"
@mariamacd: "@brides I just hope my mom doesn't drink too much and she makes a speech at my wedding.. It's not just for dads! #motherofthebride"
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Jess Leanne Hinde I'm only 18 and by the time I'm married next year I'll be 20 but my mom is helping out as much as possible even when she's living an hour away. My tip is to start early and don't worry about being completely big and out there. It's the little things and slight touches that count : )
Bloomed to Last, Inc: "I always suggest to my clients that their Mothers dress in a color consistent with the wedding color palette, only to ensure they are unique choosing a slightly different hue or shade. I unflattering are the wedding photos if Mom's dress sticks out like a sour thumb?!"
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@perfect_bound: "@brides just make sure you feed them enough! #motherofthebride"
Alison DiFilippo Try to be considerate, as a bride to be, about the budget. I know some things are always going to be way expensive, but try to listen to your mothers advice so you and/or the rest of your family don't spend unnecessarily.
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