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  Announce Your Engagement in Style -171202

  Whether your parents knew it was coming or not, finding out that your daughter is officially engaged is a major milestone. Put some extra thought into how you'll announce the news.

  Photo Credit: Toni Lynn Photography

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  Choose a Special Song

  Is there a song your mom always sang to you as a child? Or a song that always makes you think of her? Surprise her by choosing that tune for her ceremony entrance.

  Photo Credit: Justin Beck Photography

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  Walk Down the Aisle

  Invite your mom to join you and your dad for your walk down the aisle. 

  Photo Credit: Rachel Pearlman Photography

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  Wear Her Veil

  Borrow your mom's veil, and make sure your photographer captures a photo of her placing it on your head.

  Photo Credit: Emindee Images

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  Something Borrowed

  Wear a piece of your mother's jewelry on your wedding day. Bonus points if she wore that piece on her own wedding day as well. 

  Photo Credit: Unveiled Wedding Photography

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  Wear a Piece of Your Mom’s Gown

  Or wrap the stems of your bouquet with the sleeve.

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  Wear a Piece of Your Mom's Gown

  You can also turn a piece of lace into a garter.

  Photo courtesy of All The Good Girls Go To Heaven

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  Wear a Piece of Your Mom's Gown

  If your mom is okay with you cutting a piece of her gown (is anyone really ever going to wear it again?), there are so many ways you can incorporate it into your own wedding-day look — like turning a piece into a pendant necklace.

  Photo Credit: Green Grass Gifts/Etsy

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  Give a Gift From the Heart

  It's tradition to give your parents a present before the wedding, but it doesn't have to be costly. A heartfelt letter can mean more than anything.

  Photo Credit: Eternal Reflections Photography

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  Treat Her to a Pre-Wedding Spa Day

  Tensions run high during the wedding-planning process. Even the closest mother/daughter duo are likely to have an argument or two. Plan a day where you can melt the stress away together at a spa.  

  Photo Credit: Kip Meyer

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  Give a Toast at the Shower

  These days, it's more and more common for the mother of the bride to host the bridal shower. Be sure to take a few minutes to thank her for her support.

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  Make Her Gown-Shopping Experience Special, Too

  Don't let Mom's attire feel like an afterthought! Plan a special day out with just her, instead of trying to find her gown while picking out your own or while shopping with your bridesmaids. 

  Photo Credit: Amy Aiello Photography

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  Take Her Gown Shopping

  Your mom will be completely honest with you about what looks good (and what doesn't), and there's nothing better than seeing the look on her face when you've found "the one."

  Photo Credit: Photo Love Photography

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  Hit Up Bridal Shows Together

  Back when Mom got married — in the pre-Internet days — bridal shows were the best way to discover local vendors. Attending shows together will likely serve as a fun bonding experience that'll bring back memories of her own wedding-planning process.

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  Gift a Photo Album

  Don't forget to give her some pictures from the big day! Work with your photographer to create a mini parent album.

  Photo courtesy of Something Turquoise

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  Celebrate a Post-Wedding Brunch

  Extend the celebration by enjoying brunch together the day after the wedding.

  Photo Credit: Inspired By This

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  Use Her Cake Topper

  Vintage cake toppers are back in style; go for the real deal and borrow the topper from your parents' wedding.

  Photo Credit: William Walker Photography

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  Create Meaningful Favors

  Whether you bake something together, handcraft the packaging, or just add tags to pre-made favors, work together with your mom to make it special.

  Photo Credit: Lynette Smith Photography

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  Give Her Your Bouquet

  Instead of tossing your bouquet, present it to your mom. 

  Photo Credit: Angel Canary Photography

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  Showcase Her Favorite Recipe

  Is your mom known for her cooking? Have your caterer recreate one of her favorite recipes to serve during the cocktail hour or reception.

  Photo courtesy of Beechwood Inn

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  Play Her Wedding Song

  If she and your father are still married, make sure your DJ plays their wedding song and dedicates it to them.

  Photo Credit: Ira Lippke Studios

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  Mother/Daughter Dance

  There's the first dance, the father/daughter dance, the mother/son dance… why not add a mother/daughter dance? 

  Photo Credit: Jared Wilson Photography

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  Display Family Wedding Photos

  Honor your past by putting family wedding photos on display.

  Photo Credit: Kim Fox Photography

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  Multi-Generational Photos

  Gather your mom and your grandma for some photos you'll all treasure.

  Photo Credit: Joshua McCoy Photography

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  Blessing of the Rings

  Before you and your new husband exchange rings, invite your mom to say a special blessing to commemorate your marriage.

  Photo Credit: Pinola Photography

25 Ways to Include Your Mom in the Wedding