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The History of Mother of the Bride Dresses

The history of Mother of the Bride dresses is tucked away in the history of the etiquette of weddings.

Though weddings range from very formal and traditional to free spirited and informal, the etiquette of weddings still follows brides into the future. When planning a wedding, the dress worn by the mother of the bride has always had special importance. Though styles and customs change, one thing stays the same. The mother of the bride is an important woman in the wedding party, second only to the bride herself.

Until only recently, the mother of the bride was considered a matron, a mature women ready for grandchildren.


... there's more to come on the history of Mother of the Bride dresses.

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