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From our Experts at Updos For I Dos
Your child’s wedding day is one of the most memorable, emotional, and heavily photographed days of your life! Between the happy tears, warm hugs, and nonstop laughter, you’ll want to feel polished, radiant, and, most importantly, completely comfortable in your own skin.
At Updos For I Dos, we work with countless mothers of the bride and groom every wedding season, and we know how meaningful this day is for you. Whether you’re walking down the aisle, giving a toast, or simply soaking up the joy, this guide is here to help you look and feel your very best!
Start With Skin Prep, Early and Intentionally
Healthy, glowing skin doesn’t happen overnight, and mature skin has unique needs that benefit from early care!
If you haven’t already, consider scheduling a consultation with a licensed dermatologist or esthetician about a year before the wedding. This gives you plenty of time to explore treatments safely and find what works best for your skin type and comfort level.
Here’s what we recommend:
Hydration, always
Mature skin tends to be drier, so start incorporating a rich moisturizer or hydrating serum into your routine morning and night!
Professional care
Ask your provider about light Botox, fillers, or non-invasive treatments that can smooth fine lines and restore radiance, but do this well in advance so you can test results long before the big day.
Consistency is key
Avoid last-minute facials or peels! Stick to products your skin already loves in the final weeks before the wedding.
Don’t forget your neck and décolletage
These areas are often exposed in photos, keep them moisturized and protected with SPF!
Choosing a Hairstyle You’ll Love (and Feel Like Yourself In!)
When it comes to wedding day hairstyles for mothers of the bride and groom, our number one piece of advice is simple: stay true to yourself.
If you’ve always worn your hair down, you’ll likely feel most confident keeping it down, just polished, enhanced, and camera-ready. The same goes for those who prefer updos or soft half-up styles. Your comfort and confidence always take priority over trends!
Here are a few ideas our stylists love for moms:
Soft blowouts or polished waves
Timeless, elegant, and flattering for all hair lengths.
Low, relaxed updos
Great for keeping hair off your face (and neck!) while maintaining a natural, effortless look.
Half-up, half-down styles
Perfect for adding gentle volume while showing off your length!
Short hair styling
Add soft curls, side-swept texture, or a decorative clip for understated glam.
Pro Tip: Ask to schedule a hair and/or makeup trial at the time your daughter or daughter-in-law is scheduled for one. Bring reference photos and wear a similar neckline to your actual dress, this helps you visualize how everything will come together!
Makeup That Enhances (Not Transforms)
Your wedding-day makeup should reflect the most radiant version of you! For mothers of the bride and groom, that usually means soft, fresh, and timeless.
Choose a makeup artist familiar with mature skin
They’ll know how to prep, prime, and apply products that flatter without settling into fine lines. Good news is, our Updos For I Dos artists have seen it all and are 100% comfortable and confident working with every skin texture and type!
Focus on hydration and glow
Cream-based products are your best friend, think luminous foundations, soft blushes, and cream highlighters.
Keep eyes defined but gentle
Opt for warm neutrals, soft shimmer, and waterproof mascara (you’ll thank us during the ceremony!).
Stick to familiar shades
If you never wear red lipstick, your child’s wedding day is not the time to start. Soft pinks, mauves, and berry tones are universally flattering and easy to touch up throughout the night!
Don’t skip setting spray
A lightweight, dewy mist helps your look last through tears, laughter, and dancing.
Dress & Color Coordination Tips
You’ve likely spent months helping your child plan every detail, now it’s your turn to shine!
When choosing your dress or outfit:
Coordinate with the bridal party but don’t feel pressured to match exactly.
Opt for colors that compliment your skin tone (jewel tones, navy, champagne, and dusty mauves are always stunning on camera).
Comfort matters! You’ll be moving, hugging, and celebrating all day, so make sure you can do it all with ease.
If you’re unsure about color palettes, ask your Updos stylist or makeup artist! Professionals often help moms find shades that tie everything together oh-so beautifully.
Day-Of Beauty Tips from Our Team
You’ve prepared, practiced, and perfected your look, now it’s time to enjoy the day! Here’s a few ways you can keep things running, smooth, and totally stress-free:
Wear a button-up, robe, or outfit provided by the bride for getting ready so you don’t mess up your hair or makeup!
Trust your beauty team. Sit back, breathe, and let your stylists take care of the rest!
Smile often and soak it all in.
Confidence and joy are the best beauty secrets of all; be sure to select styles and be honest about your feelings with your stylists. If something isn’t right, then our job isn’t done.
The Heart of It All
As the mother of the bride or groom, this day is about so much more than looking beautiful, it’s about celebrating love, family, and all the moments that brought you here! When you feel comfortable, confident, and cared for, that beauty shines through every photo and every embrace.
At Updos For I Dos, we’re honored to help our mothers feel as radiant as they deserve to on such an unforgettable day. If you and your mom are still searching for the perfect beauty team for your day, we’re glad you’re here. Let’s get the conversation started today, we can’t wait to hear from you!
Cover Photo Credit: Astrid Photography
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