Controversy ignites after Nikki Haley wears white mother-of-the-bride dress to daughter’s wedding.

Nikki Haley caused a stir on social media after she wore a white dress to her daughter’s wedding.

The Republican presidential nominee, 51, took to social media to share a snap from the big day as she poses alongside her husband Michael, son Nalyn, daughter Rina, and Rina’s new husband Josh.

And although many followers offered their congratulations to the young couple, it was Nikki’s dress that caught the eye.

Dozens of followers were quick to criticize the bride’s mother for choosing her dress, but others jumped to her defense.

The Republican presidential candidate (second from left) caused a stir on social media after wearing the white dress to her daughter’s wedding.

But social media users were quick to share their thoughts on the big day — and took particular interest in the mother of the bride’s choice of outfit.

Nikki celebrated the occasion Uploading a photo along with a candid caption that reads: “We had the most amazing weekend Rayna and Josh celebrated.

Thankful for our lovely family and friends who have joined us in their support and celebration.

“Raina and Josh, we can’t be proud of both of you!”

Since then, other photos of the dress have been shared elsewhere.

In the footage, Nikki can be seen wearing a white, sleeveless, floor-length dress.

Social media users were quick to share their thoughts — and took particular interest in choosing the bride’s mother’s attire.

Someone asked, “Which woman in a white dress will get married here?”

Another added: Which bride? You can’t tell from this picture…”

A third asked: Does the mother of the bride wear white?

Many social media users offered their congratulations to Nikki Rinna’s daughter and her new husband Josh (pictured together)

However, there were some social media users who were quick to take to the comments to defend Nicki’s choices

However, there were some who rushed to defend Nicki’s clothing choices.

In response to one of the negative comments, one user wrote: “I don’t see a headscarf on her head and she’s wearing a dress that’s champagne and not white.

“I think her daughter was with her when she chose it, just as I was with my mother when she chose her mother’s dress.”

One commented: “Beautiful and your dress is a wonderful mother of the bride dress.”

Others praised the design, calling it a “stunning”, “elegant” and “beautiful” choice.