Dressing the mother of the bride is no easy feat. Between the wedding planning, the bride’s dress, and all the minute details, the mother of the bride is most likely not prioritizing her look for the big day as much as she should be. That’s where we come in. When it comes to the mother of the bride, a lot is left up to interpretation due to traditions, religions, and personal style preferences, of course. We can’t tell you what is right and wrong to wear on the big day, but we can show you the dresses we love within each popular wedding dress code.
Hopefully, after scrolling through everything from black tie to garden attire, you’ll at least get a gist of the kinds of dresses that fit each bill. Whether you’re the kind of mother of the bride who wants just as much attention as your daughter or you're simply looking to blend in, we have just the dress for you, I’m sure of it. Ahead, scroll through our curation of the best mother of the bride dresses for every popular wedding dress code.
Black Tie
Can we talk about this embroidered mesh neck, though?
The ruched waist and neckline are so flattering.
Fit for a red carpet (or an aisle).
This dress is sheer perfection. Get it?
Is there any more romantic than a blush tone for a wedding?
Formal
Simple and chic.
Such beautiful beading and embroidery on this number.
This hemline is to die for.
For the bold mother of the bride.
This dress has a cool and modern feel to it.
Cocktail
Leave it to Victoria Beckham to make a striking cocktail dress.
Peachy-keen.
So timeless and classy.
A striking silhouette and a gorgeous shade.
Told you.
Garden Attire
One word: Wow.
The subtle way to incorporate florals into your look.
Shop the matching Norma Floral-Print Silk Crepe de Chine Blouse ($640).
This dress hits the perfect midi length.
This shade of green is one to love.
A simple dress with an eye-catching ruched detailing.
Beach/Destination
This dress will be the life of the party, easily.
Surely you can picture yourself on a beach somewhere in this.
The color of our dreams.
The sleeve detailing has me in awe.
Destination weddings are made for fun dresses like this one.
Courthouse
We love how minimal yet sleek this dress is, don't you agree?
You can wear this dress long after the wedding is over.
Something straight out of Kate Middleton's closet.
You can never go wrong with a floral dress for a wedding.
Add some jewels and a pair of strappy sandals, and you're set.
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