For The Mother Of The Bride By Annie Gilbar, editor-in-chief of WeddingChannel.com (NAPSA)—The wedding dress, flowers and reception hall are all being planned to harmonize with the wedding themeof your dreams. Now what will mom wear? You would think her wedding is the first time a bride can tell her mother whatto do, but according to WeddingChannel.com, 88 percent of brides do not choose their mother’s weddingoutfit. Fashion drives a wedding theme, and today’s brides have more styles and edgy fashions to choose from than ever. So how can moms be sure and pick the perfect outfit to suit their daughter’s wedding theme and dress? Today’s top wedding themes have a unique look, and each has a style momscan wear to flow perfectly with their daughter’s dream day. Natural Beach Bride She’s a natural bride—bareshouldered and radiant in windswept chiffon. To complement her bridal style, choose a lighter-thanair look; a slim silhouette in a sheer summery fabric or lightweight lace. This look is one of effortless elegance. DowntownHip Bride That’s your girl—a downtown sophisticate with her own brand of sleek and sexy style. To match her bridal look, put an emphasis on detail and drape. Choose clean lines, sophisticated fabrics, ele- an.:* fa '2 i —— ay oo gant silhouettes; a floor length gown of silk jersey paired with a crepe evening jacket. This is the look of the moment. Romantic Garden Bride A touch of embroidery, a hint of color, your princess bride’s look is as romantic as an English garden. Complement her dreamy style with a grown-up version of fairytale finery—a pastel suit of soft silk, beautifully tailored and accented with delicate embroidery and beadwork. This is the perfect look for garden romance. Classic Gala Bride She learned it from you; great style is all about the details. In a strapless gown the color of candlelight, she’s elegant and poised— the vision of a classic bride. To match her timeless look, choose a formal silhouette in a luxurious fabric. In a full skirt of sophisticated shantungsilk, the look is pure, understated elegance.
