What to Expect From the Mother of the Groom?
Te role of the mother of the groom is not set in stone. Although there are several established traditions regarding the groom's mother, couples might choose to follow only some or none of the guidelines. Communication is the most important tool for planning the expectations of the mother of the groom. Couples should talk to the groom's mother about what roles they would like her to play in the wedding preparations and ceremony.
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The Shower
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The mother of the groom should be invited to the bridal shower. If invited, she is expected to attend and bring a gift.
Guest List
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The groom's mother is responsible for creating a guest list for the groom's side of the family. When preparing the list, it is important to follow any guidelines provided by the bride and groom about the number of guests to invite.
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Accommodations
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The mother of the groom usually makes lodging arrangements for the groom's out-of-town guests. She might also help traveling guests to make their own accommodations if they prefer.
Rehearsal Dinner
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The groom's parents traditionally plan, host and pay for the rehearsal dinner. The groom's mother might also choose to participate in and help with the toast given by the father of the groom at the dinner.
The Dress
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It is very common for the mother of the groom to coordinate her attire with the bridal party's. The mother of the groom's dress should complement but not overshadow the colors of the bridesmaid's dresses and the mother of the bride's dress.
Receiving Line
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If the bride and groom have a receiving line after the ceremony or at the reception, the mother of the groom should be part of the line. It is her job to introduce the groom's family to the bride and her family.
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