Mother of the Bride Dresses (2024)

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Mother of the Bride Dress

Step into your role of mother of the bride with elegance and sophistication befitting this special day. From opulent lace silhouettes adorned with delicate draping to jaw-dropping jumpsuits and beautifully detailed boleros, find the perfect mother of the bride outfit for you. Our selection of mother of the bride dresses caters to all styles, sizes and preferences. Whether you're in search of elegant gowns or chic mother of the groom outfits, we have a plethora of thoughtfully curated options to ensure you find a flawless ensemble. Of course, our collection extends beyond mother of the bride gowns, offering a variety of dress styles to suit every event and season, including wedding guest dresses, bridesmaid dresses, co*cktail dresses, evening dresses, day dresses and so much more. Find all dresses right here at Melanie Lyne.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Hand Circumference: Measure around your dominant hand just below the knuckles, excluding the thumb.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Head Circumference: Measure around your head where your hat would comfortably sit. If you are between sizes, size up for optimal comfort.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Waist: Measure around your natural waistline and keep the tape comfortably loose.

Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

Inseam: Measure from the centre of the crotch down to the hem.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest.

Waist: Measure around your natural waistline and keep the tape comfortably loose.

Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

Arm Length: Measure from the top of the shoulder seam down to the hem.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest.

Waist: Measure around your natural waistline and keep the tape comfortably loose.

Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

Arm Length: Measure from the top of the shoulder seam down to the hem.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest.

Waist: Measure around your natural waistline and keep the tape comfortably loose.

Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

Torso: Measure all around your body from the high point of your shoulder over the fullest part of your bust, through your legs and up your back to the starting point.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest.

Waist: Measure around your natural waistline and keep the tape comfortably loose.

Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

Torso: Measure all around your body from the high point of your shoulder over the fullest part of your bust, through your legs and up your back to the starting point.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest.

Waist: Measure around your natural waistline and keep the tape comfortably loose.

Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

Torso: Measure all around your body from the high point of your shoulder over the fullest part of your bust, through your legs and up your back to the starting point.

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To select the right size, we recommend taking the following measurements using a soft tape measure. If necessary, ask someone to help you.

Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest.

Waist: Measure around your natural waistline and keep the tape comfortably loose.

Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

Arm Length: Measure from the top of the shoulder seam down to the hem.

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FAQs

What is proper etiquette for mother of bride dress? ›

As a general rule, the mother of the bride should shy away from choosing the same colour dress as bridesmaids. However, it should still compliment the style of the bridesmaid's dresses. It can be a different style from theirs, but the hues should feel cohesive.

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What color is the mother of the bride's dress supposed to be? ›

The most popular color for the mother of the bride to wear is navy or a royal blue, followed by blush or a shade of nude. It's safe to say that you should never wear white and shy away from the overall color family unless the bride instructs you to wear a certain shade. Traditionally, another color to avoid is red.

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What should a mother wear to her daughter's wedding? ›

Fashionable, tasteful and age-appropriate are in. These days, virtually anything goes—formal gown, short or long dress, skirt-and-jacket ensemble—so long as it matches the style of the wedding. Brides can be very helpful by encouraging "the moms" to work together in choosing their outfits.

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What is the most popular Colour for mother of the bride? ›

Try blues, greens, purples, and neutrals such as navy, emerald, plum, or silver. These versatile – and universally flattering – palettes make it easy for mothers of the bride and groom to harmonize. With pale green and blue tints, we love silvery shades for Mum, while jewel tones pair well with other rich colours.

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Does the mother of the bride give a gift to her daughter? ›

A lot of times they (the mother, and father) will give the couple money to help start off buying a home or to go towards their honeymoon. A gift from the mother of the bride to her daughter is a lovely tradition. Usually the gift is something symbolic, or a family keepsake or heirloom.

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What color dress should the mother of the bride not wear? ›

There's not one specific color the mother of the bride should wear. But unless you've received approval from the couple, it's best to steer clear from white, ivory or champagne hues as not to take attention away from the bride.

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Should mother of the bride dress be long or short? ›

A: The Mother of the Bride needs to coordinate with the Mother of the Groom and decide whether they will be wearing long or short dresses, but both are acceptable.

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Is it OK to wear the same color dress as the mother of the bride? ›

To augment the distinction, you can choose different accessories. It's best to stay away from white or any shade matching the dress of the bride unless you have her explicit consent. The good news is that MOB and MOG dresses are not relegated to the realm of boring colors any more.

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Is it OK for the mother of the bride to wear the same color as the bridesmaids? ›

The bride's mother can wear ANYTHING she wants although her daughter may go shopping with her for an outfit. As long as the colour does not clash with the colour of the bridesmaids' dresses (or is all white or all black), I am sure there are plenty of outfits in the shops.

What is expected of the mother of the bride? ›

SHARE FAMILY TRADITIONS AND HEIRLOOMS

It's an important duty of the mother of the bride to share any special family traditions with her daughter leading up to the wedding day. It's also a time to share any heirlooms for a “something old” or “something borrowed” that she can incorporate into her ceremony.

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Who walks in with the mother of the bride? ›

If the mother of the bride is taking part in the wedding processional, she is traditionally escorted by a close male relative like a son or brother or may enter alone. If the parents are divorced, she may be escorted by her partner. In some cases, a groomsman or best man will escort her down the aisle.

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What should mom wear to rehearsal dinner? ›

Appropriate rehearsal dinner attire is typically formal. Not black tie formal, but pretty close: dark suits and ties for men; co*cktail dresses and gowns for women. For the mother of the bride, the same holds true—think a formal co*cktail dress or a long gown, heels and nice jewelry.

What is the trend for the mother of the bride in 2024? ›

A mother of the bride or groom can never go wrong with a floral dress, and, this year, the bolder the florals the better. “For 2024, I anticipate a trend towards bold and large floral prints for mothers,” says bridal stylist Erika Plackowski.

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Should mother of the bride wear floral? ›

Dark florals in heavy fabrics can be worn during the cold weather months, while light, pastel florals in chiffon and similar breezy fabrics tend to work best during the spring and summer. If you're the mother of the bride or groom, you should certainly considering wearing a floral dress to the big day.

Is it OK for the mother of the bride to wear the same color as the mother of the groom? ›

Because the mother of the groom isn't part of the bridal party, she should avoid choosing a dress in the same color as the bridesmaids' attire, the mother of the bride's dress, or the wedding gown.