Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Planning & Advice Wedding Party Mother of the Bride 29 Mother-of-the-Bride Hairstyles That'll Make Her Feel Special Help Mom feel her best on your big day. By Sarah Schreiber Sarah Schreiber Sarah Schreiber has been writing, editing, and producing lifestyle and weddings content for over seven years. In that time, she has interviewed and worked with hundreds of leading experts to become an authority on all things homekeeping, flower arranging, home design, and wedding planning. Editorial Guidelines and Blythe Copeland Blythe Copeland Blythe Copeland is a contributing writer with more than a decade of experience as a freelance lifestyle writer. Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 19, 2023 Close Photo: Melissa Jill Photography When your wedding day arrives, getting your hair and makeup done with your mom is so much more than a simple glam session. It's a chance for you to share a special, precious moment before the life-changing ceremony unfolds. If you ask your mother, she'll tell you that your wedding day is just as momentous as her own—and on the biggest days of our lives, we want to look our best. That's why we've rounded up a series of polished, elevated mother-of-the-bride hairstyles that will help your mom feel pretty and proud as she watches you walk down the aisle. From loose, curly updos to sleek bobs and chic buns, there's a style to make every mom feel her most beautiful. 21 Beautiful Mother-of-the-Bride Dresses for Every Type of Wedding 01 of 29 Pinned Chignon Alicia Rinka Looking for a simple mother-of-the-bride updo idea that utilizes accessories? Make like this matriarch, who studded her simple chignon (arranged by Hair by Orisa) with dainty pins that matched the beadwork on her gown. 02 of 29 Twisted Updo Charla Storey At this Victorian-inspired wedding by the sea, this mother of the bride chose a loose, side-parted, twisted updo that showed off the illusion neckline and keyhole back on her blue-and-green Marchesa gown. 03 of 29 Soft Waves Jose Villa Daniela Gozlan arranged this mom's shoulder-length har into wind-swept waves that kept the focus on her soft glam and drop earrings. 04 of 29 Simple and Elegant Clay Austin Photography This mother-of-the-bride's half-up hairstyle with added height at the crown and side-swept bangs complemented her daughter's low bun as she walked her down the aisle. 05 of 29 Tiny Bloom Wendy Laurel Photography A single, tiny bloom made a big impact on an otherwise simple mother-of-the-bride hairstyle. 06 of 29 Delicate Curls Brklyn View Photography This mom's medium-length hair was pinned behind her ear and curled into loose, pretty waves. 07 of 29 Sleek Bun Roey Yohai Photography Paired with statement earrings, a dramatic, sleek high bun made this mom look absolutely regal. 08 of 29 Bun With Bouffant Jessa Schifilliti A stylist added some volume to this mother-of-the-bride updo by teasing the hair at the crown before gathering the hair into a low knot. 09 of 29 Dramatic Updo Michelle Lange Photography With a touch of old-school glam, a dramatic updo with sweeping side bangs worked perfectly for a black-tie affair. 10 of 29 Sideswept Curls Veronica Varos This mom upgraded the hair-down look by pinning her curls to one side, and letting several pieces float free. 11 of 29 Pin Curls Tec Petaja These tight, long-lasting curls surely made it through hours of dancing at the reception. 12 of 29 Center Braid Updo Veronica Varos This modern updo involved loosely French braiding the hair straight back before tucking under the tail. 13 of 29 Flowers and Greens Jessica Antola Fresh flowers and sprigs of greens gave this chic bun a bit of romance. 14 of 29 Low Ponytail With Jeweled Clip Veronica Varos This low ponytail was upgraded with an ornate clip, which matched the colors of this mom's sari. 15 of 29 Half-Up Half-Down With Bangs Rachel Thurston Pinned back curls looked even prettier with face-framing bangs. 16 of 29 Bouncy Blowout Annabella Charles Photography This mom opted for a big, bouncy blowout to counter her daughter's loose, flowing curls. 17 of 29 Bob With Curled Bangs Lisa Lefkowitz Perfect for moms with short hair, this bob featured tucked under ends and curled bangs. 18 of 29 Center Part Low Bun Elizabeth Messina Photography With a sharp center part, this mom's tight bun perfectly offset her couture gold trumpet dress. 19 of 29 Feather Clip O'Malley Photographers A youthful feather clip kept soft curls pulled back and out of the way. 20 of 29 Soft Side Ponytail Lacie Hansen Photography Positioning the ponytail slightly to the side ensured that this mother's hair would be visible from every angle in photos. 21 of 29 Side Chignon Elisabeth Millay This mother of the bride took cues from her daughters and opted for a low updo with twisted details. 22 of 29 Updo With Loose Waves J. Anne Photography Loose, undone curls gave this mother of the bride's updo a relaxed, bohemian vibe. 23 of 29 Half-Up Half-Down With Bouffant Kristen Kilpatrick This mom took the half-up, half-down look to new heights with a dramatic, contemporary bouffant. 24 of 29 Loose Side Bun Corbin Gurkin The mom of Odd Mom Out star Abby Elliot opted for a piecey style, which looked youthful and fresh on her daughter's wedding day. Go Inside "The Bear" Star's Connecticut Wedding 25 of 29 High Coif Brushfire Photography Coiffing the hair straight back brought a touch of drama to this pixie cut. 26 of 29 Natural Waves Katie Mitchell Photography Soft bangs and undone waves felt casual but appropriate at this fancy outdoor wedding. 27 of 29 Sideswept Pixie Kate Headley A textured, sideswept mother-of-the-bride hairstyle looked pretty and polished on this proud mom. 28 of 29 High Curly Bun Gayle Brooker Her daughter went for the low bun, so this mom went high with a soft, curly updo. 29 of 29 Wide-Brimmed Hat Elisabeth Millay Photography On a hot summer day, a wide-brimmed hat worthy of the late Queen was the ultimate hair accessory. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit