Give her something she'll wear on the morning and keep afterwards. A robe with "Mother of the Bride" on the back is the classic; a beautiful pyjama set is the one she'll actually use more.

Kiralee Robe — luxury satin robe in dusty rose, a mother of the bride favourite

Sian Lace Robe — satin robe in white with blush lace trim, a bridal party favourite

For the wedding morning

  • Kiralee Robe, about $150. A softer colour than the bridesmaids so she stands out in the photos.
  • Sian Lace Robe, about $100, embroidered with "Mum" or "Mother of the Bride".
  • Ultimate Luxe Robe, about $150, if she'd prefer something less bridal and more everyday.

For afterwards

Vienna Stripe Cotton Pyjama — crisp cotton striped pyjama set in blue

For the mother of the groom

Same gift, different colour. It's a small thing that avoids a big one.

Room & Linen Mist — peony and marshmallow room and linen mist

What to write on it

"Mum" is the one that gets worn again. "Mother of the Bride" plus the date is the one that gets kept. If in doubt, put her name.

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Caroline Cashmere Wool Cardigan — cashmere and wool cardigan in blush, worn over pyjamas

Quick answers

Does the mother of the bride wear a robe on the wedding morning?

If she's in the room while you get ready, yes, and she'll want one if everyone else has one.

What colour should the mums wear?

Something that isn't the bridesmaids' colour and isn't white. Champagne, dusty rose and navy all photograph well.

When should I give it to her?

The night before, so she has it in the morning. Or at the rehearsal dinner.

Gifts she'll keep using

The pieces mums come back for, split between the wedding morning and everything after it.

Ultimate Luxe Robe — everyday luxe robe in white

Ultimate Luxe Robe — everyday luxe robe in white.

Lady Daphne Slipper — satin slipper in blush

Lady Daphne Slipper — satin slipper in blush.

100% Cotton Pyjama — cotton pyjama set in white

100% Cotton Pyjama — cotton pyjama set in white.

Ultimate Cosy Robe — warm bamboo robe in blush

Ultimate Cosy Robe — warm bamboo robe in blush.

Homebodii Gift Box — branded gift box for bridal party and Christmas gifting

Homebodii Gift Box — branded gift box for bridal party and Christmas gifting.

Questions? Message our Style Concierge team or tag us on Instagram @homebodii.

— Ingrid Bonnor, Founder, Homebodii. Gold Coast, Australia.

— Ingrid Bonnor