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10 favourite mother-of-the-bride dresses to buy before they sell out
Gorgeous choices for you to wear on their big day
We know the main priority is your daughter on her wedding day, but deciding what to wear as mother of the bride is a big decision, too. It’s a day that you want to remember for ever and look back on with joy, so finding the right outfit is important – and no mean feat.
Choosing a dress for your child’s big day should be a happy experience, so knowing where to look and getting some tips on the best colours, cuts and prints is really handy.
Whether you’re looking for a floral dress to suit that ‘country chic’ aesthetic or a bold cape style for a slick city wedding, there are plenty of mother-of-the-bride outfits to choose from across the high street.
We’ve included everything from Chloé-inspired boho dresses to pale blue suits and glamorous maxis in a wide variety of prints and colours. Our edit also contains plenty of varied sleeve options that would be perfect year-round, with dresses from some of our go-to occasionwear brands, including Phase Eight, Monsoon and new favourite brands such as Me+Em.
Here, we’ve put together our favourite mother-of-the-bride (or groom) dresses that should suit all styles and fit in with everyone’s budget, so you can really feel your best on the big day and ensure you turn plenty of heads. Whether you want to up the wow factor, tone it down or fit in with the bridal party’s colour scheme, there’s something for every mother of the bride in this edit.
Chic, modest and only £72. Next’s caped occasionwear dress comes in four polished shades that will suit all types of weddings.
Needle & Thread Floral Romance Round-Neck Ballerina Dress
At a wedding I attended last year, the mother of the bride wore a floral version of Needle & Thread’s standout ballerina dress and she looked incredible. With its flattering round neck and pretty print, this dress will make you feel confident on your daughter or son’s big day. We suggest styling it with some simple white court heels and subtle silver jewellery.
You may recognise the gorgeous brand Me+Em, which has been worn by the likes of the Princess of Wales. This silk and lace layered dress means it’s the perfect way of getting your legs out without actually getting your legs out!
Not a big dress fan? Not to worry – there are plenty of trouser suits and jumpsuits that are just as showstopping. This one’s floral print and short sleeves help bring polished femininity. Match with a similar shade of fascinator and strappy cream heels, or play it down casually for a more low-key wedding.
With a romantic nod to the boho trend, this dress is effortlessly elegant, not to mention a homage to the Chloé S/S 25 runway show. One for the more daring, less traditionalist mothers of the bride.
This powder blue three-piece suit is the perfect elegant ensemble to suit any mother of the bride or groom who doesn’t wish to go for a classic dress. Its matching trousers and waistcoat can also be integrated seamlessly into your everyday wardrobe after the wedding day.
Phase Eight offers a fantastic selection of dresses in larger sizes for mothers of the bride or groom. This navy polka dot dress has incredible balloon sleeves and detachable straps for added support.
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