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Elegant Looks for an Iconic Role: Mother of the Bride Dresses for Every Style and Budget

Mom and bride share a special moment on the wedding day.
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She’s been there through every milestone—and now she’s by your side for one of the biggest. Whether she’s helping plan the wedding, offering support behind the scenes, or simply soaking in the moment, the mother of the bride plays a role as meaningful as it is memorable. Naturally, she deserves a dress that reflects the occasion and her unique sense of style.

From classic gowns to fashion-forward picks, we’ve rounded up the most flattering, stylish, and occasion-appropriate mother of the bride dresses to shop right now.

Erdem Draped Crinkled-Silk and Cotton-Blend Jacquard Midi Dress

This midi is made from a crinkled silk and cotton-blend with jacquard blooms and elegantly draped at the shoulder and hip. One shoulder is embellished with crystals.

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Ananya Dress

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The Ananya Dress from Silvia Tcherassi
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Draped Shoulder Georgette Caftan Gown

Crafted of luxe silk-blended georgette, Oscar de la Renta’s caftan gown showcases a A-line silhouette.

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The draped shoulder gown by Oscar de la Renta.
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L’Academie by Marianna Sidney Gown in Oxblood

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L'Academie by Marianna Sidney Gown
L’Academie by Marianna Sidney Gown
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Pussy-Bow Shirred Printed Metallic Silk-Crepon Maxi Dress

Saint Laurent’s maxi dress is made from airy silk-crepon that’s printed with tiny, vintage flowers and features light-reflecting metallic stripes.

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Saint Laurent Pussy-Bow Shirred Printed Metallic Silk-Crepon Maxi Dress
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Mariposa Floral Midi-Dress

Sachin & Babi’s Mariposa midi-dress is adorned with a floral motif in a paneled, A-line design.

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The Mariposa Floral Midi from Sachin and Baba
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Pintuck Midi Dress in Stretch Twill

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Pintuck Midi Dress from J. Crew
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Orchid Embroidered Guipure Gown

Perfectly placed orchid threadwork embroidery climbs the silhouette of this gown. Crafted from pink floral guipure lace, this piece evokes the timeless femininity for which the house is known.

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The orchid embroidered dress by Oscar de la Renta.
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Erdem Violetta Floral-Print Crinkled-Satin Midi Dress

This ‘Violetta’ dress is made from crinkled-satin printed with intricately etched roses on a duck-egg blue backdrop.

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The violetta floral print midi by Erdem
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Tove Cordelia Dress

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The cordelia dress by Tove.
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Off-The-Shoulder Appliquéd Gown

Oscar de la Renta’s off-the-shoulder column gown features an interior boned corseted bodice for a fitted shape. Floral embroidery and appliqués with mesh detailing add charm to this look.
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The appliqued gown by Oscar de la Renta.
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Carolina Herrera Silk Faille Fan Bodice Column Gown

Crafted of taffeta, Carolina Herrera’s evening gown features a fitted column silhouette and fanned-out bodice. Wide short sleeves and a pleated V’d back define the look.

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The silk faille fan bodice dress by Carolina Herrera.
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