How to look picture-perfect on your family’s big day

stress. Remember, you could always have a seamstress alter a dress to suit, add detail or even design a piece from scratch.

And, of course, let’s not forget that all-important hat – or fascinator. For some ladies, headwear that’s bigger and better is best, for others small and simple is the preferred choice.

And there are plenty of milliners out there who could rustle up a head-turning headpiece.

If you’re the father of the bride, you’ll be the man of the moment as you walk your daughter down the aisle and, of course, give that all important speech, so be sure to look the part.

Match your attire to those of the groom, his best men and ushers. Perhaps they’ll choose to hire kilts or morning suits – or maybe you’ll want to splash out and have a tailor create something made to measure.

And if it’s your son getting wed, you’ll want to dress to impress too.

Prepare to be pictured as you’ll be one of the main players in the family portraits and will look back at them as a collection of treasured memories of the special day for years to come.

All eyes will be upon you so choose wisely.

Mums, pick a colour that doesn’t clash with the mother of the bride and dads, this could be the best time to invest in some new dapper threads, which, of course, we’re sure you’ll find another occasion to wear again.

A little communication, to find out who is wearing what style or which colour, might be a good idea – you wouldn’t want to turn up in the same dress or outfit as another main member of the wedding party.

Lastly, choose something you are comfortable in, as no doubt you’ll be dancing the night away.

And that’s also good advice when it comes to footwear, what’s good for walking down the aisle might not be so good when you are trying to emulate your Strictly heroes when the band strikes up the first waltz.