10 Ways to Honor Moms on Your Wedding Day
1. First Look with Mom
A sweet, emotional moment where your mom sees you in your dress for the first time.
Great photo opportunity and often just as touching as a first look with your partner.
2. Ask Her to Help You Get Ready
Invite your mom (or mother figure) to help zip your dress, clasp your necklace, or attach your veil.
These small gestures are deeply intimate and make moms feel involved in the transformation moment.
3. Include Her in the Walk Down the Aisle
Have both parents walk you down the aisle, or let your mom have that honor if your dad is not present.
It’s a beautiful way to recognize her importance in your life.
4. Honor Her During the Ceremony
Light a unity candle or do a flower offering that includes both sets of parents.
Mention her in your vows or have your officiant acknowledge your parents’ love and support.
5. Mother-Daughter or Mother-Son Dance
A traditional favorite that never gets old—choose a meaningful song and have a moment together on the dance floor.
For a twist, invite all moms (grandmothers too!) to join in partway through.
6. Give Her a Special Corsage or Bouquet
Design something unique for her—maybe with flowers from your childhood home or her favorite blooms.
Bonus: Present it to her in a private moment with a handwritten note.
7. Let Her Share a Toast or Reading
If she enjoys public speaking, this is a powerful way to let her share memories, blessings, or advice.
Keeps it personal and heartfelt.
8. Get Ready in Her Wedding Dress (or Sew a Piece of It into Yours)
A touching way to incorporate family history. You can wear her dress, repurpose the lace, or wrap it around your bouquet.
9. Thank-You Gift During the Morning
Give her a custom handkerchief, photo book, bracelet, or framed letter on the morning of the wedding to express gratitude.
10. Mention Her in Your Wedding Program or Signage
A short tribute or “thank you” in the program is a classy and meaningful touch that doesn’t go unnoticed.
