30 Mother-of-the-Bride Hairstyles That'll Make Mom Feel Beautiful Choose a favorite and don't forget to bring a photo on the big day. Close Credit: Melissa Jill Photography All eyes may be on the bride, but the mother of the bride certainly deserves her moment to shine. If you ask the parents of the couple, they'll likely say that their child's wedding day is just as momentous as their own was. And naturally, on the biggest days of our lives, we want to look our best. Choosing the right hairstyle can be just as important as finding the right outfit for the big day—and this collection of mother-of-the-bride hairstyles is just the place to start for inspiration. Here, you'll find a wedding hairstyle to suit every hair type and personal style. From elegant updos to soft, flowing waves to textured natural curls, these mother-of-the-bride hairstyles are as diverse as the celebrations themselves. Choose a favorite and don't forget to bring a photo for the hairstylist on the morning of the big day. 8 Best Places to Shop for Stylish Mother-of-the-Bride Dresses 01 of 30 Pinned Chignon Credit: 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 30 Beachy Waves Credit: Rebecca Yale This mom's beachy waves feel so fresh and perfect for the season. Pinning a piece or two of hair back (like so) also looks casual yet polished, letting mom's face and smile shine. 03 of 30 Twisted Updo Credit: 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. 04 of 30 Soft Waves Credit: 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. 05 of 30 Simple and Elegant Credit: 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. 06 of 30 Tiny Bloom Credit: Wendy Laurel Photography A single, tiny bloom made a big impact on an otherwise simple mother-of-the-bride hairstyle. 26 Easy (and Adorable) Flower Girl Hairstyle Ideas 07 of 30 Delicate Curls Credit: Brklyn View Photography This mom's medium-length hair was pinned behind her ear and curled into loose, pretty waves. 08 of 30 Sleek Bun Credit: Roey Yohai Photography Paired with statement earrings, a dramatic, sleek high bun made this mom look absolutely regal. 09 of 30 Bun With Bouffant Credit: 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. 10 of 30 Dramatic Updo Credit: Michelle Lange Photography With a touch of old-school glam, a dramatic updo with sweeping side bangs worked perfectly for a black-tie affair. 11 of 30 Sideswept Curls Credit: Veronica Varos This mom upgraded the hair-down look by pinning her curls to one side, and letting several pieces float free. 12 of 30 Pin Curls Credit: Tec Petaja These tight, long-lasting curls surely made it through hours of dancing at the reception. 13 of 30 Center Braid Updo Credit: Veronica Varos This modern updo involved loosely French braiding the hair straight back before tucking under the tail. 14 of 30 Flowers and Greens Credit: Jessica Antola Fresh flowers and sprigs of greens gave this chic bun a bit of romance. 15 of 30 Low Ponytail With Jeweled Clip Credit: Veronica Varos This low ponytail was upgraded with an ornate clip, which matched the colors of this mom's sari. 16 of 30 Half-Up Half-Down With Bangs Credit: Rachel Thurston Pinned back curls looked even prettier with face-framing bangs. 17 of 30 Bouncy Blowout Credit: Annabella Charles Photography This mom opted for a big, bouncy blowout to counter her daughter's loose, flowing curls. 18 of 30 Bob With Curled Bangs Credit: Lisa Lefkowitz Perfect for moms with short hair, this bob featured tucked under ends and curled bangs. 19 of 30 Center Part Low Bun Credit: Elizabeth Messina Photography With a sharp center part, this mom's tight bun perfectly offset her couture gold trumpet dress. 20 of 30 Feather Clip Credit: O'Malley Photographers A youthful feather clip kept soft curls pulled back and out of the way. 21 of 30 Soft Side Ponytail Credit: Lacie Hansen Photography Positioning the ponytail slightly to the side ensured that this mother's hair would be visible from every angle in photos. 22 of 30 Side Chignon Credit: Elisabeth Millay This mother of the bride took cues from her daughters and opted for a low updo with twisted details. 23 of 30 Updo With Loose Waves Credit: J. Anne Photography Loose, undone curls gave this mother of the bride's updo a relaxed, bohemian vibe. 24 of 30 Half-Up Half-Down With Bouffant Credit: Kristen Kilpatrick This mom took the half-up, half-down look to new heights with a dramatic, contemporary bouffant. 25 of 30 Loose Side Bun Credit: 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. 22 Beautiful Mother-of-the-Bride Dresses for Every Type of Wedding 26 of 30 High Coif Credit: Brushfire Photography Coiffing the hair straight back brought a touch of drama to this pixie cut. 27 of 30 Natural Waves Credit: Katie Mitchell Photography Soft bangs and undone waves felt casual but appropriate at this fancy outdoor wedding. 28 of 30 Sideswept Pixie Credit: Kate Headley A textured, sideswept mother-of-the-bride hairstyle looked pretty and polished on this proud mom. 29 of 30 High Curly Bun Credit: Gayle Brooker Her daughter went for the low bun, so this mom went high with a soft, curly updo. 30 of 30 Wide-Brimmed Hat Credit: Elisabeth Millay Photography On a hot summer day, a wide-brimmed hat was the ultimate hair accessory. 19 Gorgeous Mother-of-the-Bride (and Groom) Dresses for Summer Weddings Explore more: Weddings Wedding Planning & Advice Wedding Party Mother of the Bride