As we all know, one of the most important holidays is right around the corner! (Pause as all the mothers freak out about which important holiday they forget) MOTHER’S DAY of course! So many mothers neglect that holiday because they are so concerned about worrying about everyone else, they forget to think about THEIR day, a day where they can be appreciated, pampered and spoiled!
I remember growing up Mother’s day would always sneak up on my mom. She was never prepared for it, never had anything to wear, most of the time because she would completely forget about it. Well, I’m going to serve not only as a reminder to you, but a guide as well! Provided below are simple, easy, and excellent wardrobe tips for you to look amazing. I’ve divided up the wardrobe suggestions trying to keep in mind the different age groups or the age of your kids, as well as the types of events that might occur on this amazing day!
I remember growing up Mother’s day would always sneak up on my mom. She was never prepared for it, never had anything to wear, most of the time because she would completely forget about it. Well, I’m going to serve not only as a reminder to you, but a guide as well! Provided below are simple, easy, and excellent wardrobe tips for you to look amazing. I’ve divided up the wardrobe suggestions trying to keep in mind the different age groups or the age of your kids, as well as the types of events that might occur on this amazing day!
1. LUNCH DATE! So whether you have a little toddler and your husband is taking you out. Or your adult children decide to surprise you for a Mother’s Day lunch the guidelines are relatively simple. Because it’s a daytime look, I suggest setting aside your favorite blouse or top. This could maybe be a top you’ve saved for “special occasions” that never seem to come up, or maybe a color that you enjoy to wear that you know is flattering on you. Once you’ve picked the top of your choice, depending on climate and personal preference you can pair these with denim capri’s, shorts or cute skirt. But don’t rule out the power of khaki as well, for a dressier look. If you’ve picked a darker color i.e. plum, lapis, forest green, you will want to add a contrast, so think about paring it with a casual pair of khakis, or a lighter denim wash. Vice versa, if you pick a lighter color i.e. pink, yellow, baby blue try pairing it with darker denim this will really allow the colors to POP! As far as footwear goes, if you want to wear flats, try throwing on a jeweled sandal, basic colors work (silver, gold, black and white). Wedges are also a huge trend this season, so if you’re the heel wearing type, trying throwing on a neutral wedge to put the outfit together for a super cute spring/summer look! Accessories are simple, earrings and bangles! If you choose to wear rings make sure it stays within a day time look. No need for a cocktail ring at lunch, the only ring with diamond on it should be your engagement ring!
2. DINNER DATE! If you are taken out to a dinner date, the wardrobe will have to change a bit from your day look. Whether it’s to your favorite family restaurant or to a 5 star steak house, it’s YOUR day so I would definitely stay on the dressier side, but I’ll break it down according to restaurants!
a. Favorite “Family” Restaurants. These restaurants usually consist of family favorites, mom and pop Italian restaurants, our favorite Dim Sum restaurant. Just because this isn’t a 5 star steak house doesn’t mean you can’t feel like a queen on your day! If you’re the dress wearing mom trying wearing a shift dress, or you’re classic LBD (Little Black Dress). Throw a cute cardigan or suite jacket over it and you’ve already dressed it down. When accessorizing use studs or very simple hoops/chandelier earrings. Throw on your favorite ring, and a bracelet or too. If you’re a separate’s kind of mom, feel free to throw on your favorite blouse or again that blouse you saved for “special occasions” and pair it with a high waist pencil skirt. If skirts just aren’t your thing, no worries! Matching it with a pair of your favorite slacks is just as easily acceptable. Pair with flats or heels according to preference!
b. Five Star/Dressy. If you know that you will be treated to a more upscale restaurant, guidelines are for the most part close to option “a”. With this option though, lose the jacket! Now is the place to wear your sexiest yet mommy appropriate dress. Feel free to accessories with more fashion forward or dressy items. Remember, if you wear a beautiful chandelier earring, make sure to keep the necklace VERY simple, and likewise if you wear a very elaborate necklace, keep the earrings simple. These two accessories should frame the face not overwhelm it. In terms of rings and bracelets opposites attract! Meaning, if you wear a cocktail ring on your left hand, make sure to wear your bracelets on your right. We don’t want to look to heavily accessorized on just one side. Heels can be as high as you’d like, and although I know we have many flat wearing mom’s (let’s face it running in heels after a toddler doesn’t sound easy). You might want to opt for just a kitty heel, meaning a heeled shoe that’s three inches or less. Just to keep the look dressier.
I hope that all of my suggestions will make preparing for your special day that much easier for you. Less time fretting means more time to enjoy Mother’s day with your loving family. Thanks mom’s for all of your love and support and I hope that you all have an amazing Mother’s day.
BUT WAIT, I have a Mother’s day present for all of you. If at any point in time any of the mothers out there have any fashion oriented questions for me here in FASHION PHILE, leave a comment or post and I will be happy to at make sure they get answered!
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