Here, find 25 ways to make your mom feel special on the big day.
Make Your Engagement Announcement Memorable
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.
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.
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.
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.
Display Family Wedding Photos
Honor your past by putting family wedding photos on display.
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.
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.
Walk Down the Aisle
Invite your mom to join you and your dad for your walk down the aisle.
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.”
Make Her Dress-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.
Wear Her Veil
Borrow your mom’s veil, and make sure your photographer captures a photo of her placing it on your head.
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.
Celebrate a Post-Wedding Brunch
Extend the celebration by enjoying brunch together the day after the wedding.
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.
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.
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.
Wrap Your Bouquet
If Mom is okay with repurposing her gown, wrap the stems of your bouquet with the sleeve of her wedding gown.
Turn Her Gown Into a Garter
You can also turn a piece of lace into a garter.
Use Her Cake Topper
Vintage cake toppers are back in style; go for the real deal and borrow the topper from your parents’ wedding.
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.
Give Her Your Bouquet
Instead of tossing your bouquet, present it to your mom.
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.
Mother/Daughter Dance
There’s the first dance, the father/daughter dance, the mother/son dance… why not add a mother/daughter dance?
Blessing of the Rings
Before you and your new husband exchange rings, invite your mom to say a special blessing to commemorate your marriage.
Multi-Generational Photos
Gather your mom and your grandma for some photos you’ll all treasure.
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