How to involve your Mum at your wedding
Belive it ir not- It's Not About the Dress
"My mum hasn't worn makeup since 1992, but she wants to look special for my wedding. Can you help her without making her feel uncomfortable?"
This question lands in my inbox almost daily. And behind it lies one of the most overlooked emotional threads of wedding planning: the women who raised you want to shine on your day too, but many don't know how.
The Wedding Photo Truth No One Mentions
Here's something wedding magazines won't tell you: professional photography is BRUTALLY honest. Those gorgeous, expensive photos will capture EVERYTHING.
While your bridal makeup will be perfect, what about the women standing proudly beside you? The ones who've waited decades for this moment?
I've seen it hundreds of times: the slight disappointment when a mother of the bride sees wedding photos and notices her tired eyes or uneven skin tone next to her radiant daughter.
The 10-Minute Transformation That Brings Tears (Good Ones!)
When a nervous mother or auntie sits in my chair, often whispering "I don't usually wear makeup," I have a secret process:
First, I show her exactly what products I'll use—nothing scary, nothing heavy.
Then, I apply everything with a light hand, explaining each step.
But the MAGIC happens at the reveal: "I still look like ME—just like I feel on the inside!"
That's because mature skin doesn't need heavy foundation or dramatic colors. It needs:
Strategic hydration that gives a natural glow
Soft definition that frames the eyes (terracotta shadow makes blue eyes pop in EVERY photo)
Products that move with expressions rather than settling into lines
What Your Wedding Photos Will Reveal About Family Relationships
Think about this: your wedding album isn't just about documenting your special day. It's about capturing the relationships that made you who you are.
When your mum feels beautiful standing beside you, there's a confidence in her posture, a genuine joy in her smile that no photographer can fake.
Years from now, when you look at those photos, you'll see beyond your gorgeous dress—you'll see the pride and happiness radiating from the women who love you most.
The One Thing Every Bride Should Do This Week
If there's only one thing you take from this post: Call your mum, your aunties, or any special woman in your life who'll be there on your day. Tell them you'd like them to feel pampered and beautiful too.
Then book them in with me for a makeup service that honours exactly who they are.
Because when everyone in your bridal party feels confident, the love in those wedding photos becomes absolutely magnetic.
Ready to make sure every special woman in your life feels as beautiful as they deserve on your wedding day? Contact me about my special "Mother of the Bride & Beyond" packages. Early booking recommended—these appointments fill quickly during wedding season! #bridestobe #motheroffthebride #aunty #mumsofthebride #chaeauwedding #frenchchateau