If you’re worried you’ll pick mother of the bride dresses that are ugly, look no further! We’re here to prove you don’t have to choose something that is totally covered up and ill-fitting; you’re the Mother of the Bride and you deserve to look stylish! Read on for mother of the bride dresses that are stylish and modern for 2025 + beyond! Plus, subscribe for the latest to your inbox.
What should the Mother of the Bride wear for a fall wedding? Does the dress have to be matronly or unattractive? Of course not! The MOB deserves to wear an attractive, non-hideous dress that flatters, fits, and looks great on her. This means you can wear any kind of dress you’d like — well, within reason.
Don’t wear white or champagne, ivory, light beige, or cream. But you already know that. ;)
And make sure it’s dressy enough for the occasion without being too revealing or trying to upstage the bride. But you wouldn’t do that anyways.
Here are some dress suggestions so you can avoid wearing an ugly dress to your daughter’s wedding.
Mother of the Bride Dresses That Are Not Hideous
The best places to shop? Adrianna Papell, Anthropologie, Azazie, Lulus, and Amazon.
Here are top picks!
1. Stretch Crepe One Shoulder Mermaid Gown With Bow Accent In Tempo Teal
By Adrianna Papell.
2. Peplum Gown with Sequins
Oooh, so pretty! By Adrianna Papell.
3. Off Shoulder Bell Sleeve Rosette Gown In Airy Aqua
A stunning off-the-shoulder bell sleeve gown. By Adrianna Papell.
4. Hand Beaded Short Sleeve Floral Godet Gown In French Blue
By Adrianna Papell.
5. Floral Off the Shoulder Gown
This is such a pretty floral pattern! By Adrianna Papell.
6. Stretch Satin Mother of the Bride Gown with Short Sleeves
This is an elegant gown in a beautiful shade of pink. Great option if you’re looking for a long-length dress with short sleeves! By Adrianna Papell.
7. High-Low Navy Mikado Sleeveless Gown
Elegant and stylish! What a fun modern take on the Mother of the Bride gown. Love it in navy. By Adrianna Papell.
8. Stretch Satin Gown
This is such an elegant choice! By Azazie.
Also loving this one in blue! By Azazie.
9. Beaded Cape Gown in Platinum
By Adrianna Papell.
10. A-Line Sequin Dress
From Azazie. Other colors available.
11. A-Line Chiffon Floor-Length Dress
Such a pretty shape and color! Love the sleeves. By Azazie.
12. Pleated Maxi Dress
By Petal and Pup.
13. Crepe Satin Maxi Dress
By Anthropologie.
13. Crepe Gown with Bow in Black
By Adrianna Papell.
Other colors available here!
14. Jacquard Mermaid Gown
By Adrianna Papell.
15. Satin Mock Neck Sleeveless Satin Gown, $88
This is such a stylish dress for mom! Love the sleeveless neckline and mock neck. By Lulu’s.
16. Off-the-Shoulder Navy Sequin Dress
By Adrianna Papell.
17. Gold Short Sleeve Gown
Shimmer and shine with this pretty gold gown for the Mother of the Bride or Groom. By Adrianna Papell.
18. Flutter Sleeve Dress with Print
By Anthropologie.
19. Blue Multi-Color Jacquard Off-the-Shoulder Gown
By Adrianna Papell.
20. Asymmetrical Foil Print Gown
By Adrianna Papell.
21. Foil Leaf Short Sleeve Gown
By Adrianna Papell.
22. Floral Scoop Neck Sleeveless Floral Dress
By Oleg Cassini for David’s Bridal.
23. Floor Length Mermaid Pleated Mesh Dress
This dress is so elegant! By Azazie.
24. Black Ruffled One-Shoulder Mermaid Maxi
A gown like this for the Mother of the Bride is a beautiful choice! I love the ruffled one-shoulder neckline and long-length skirt. So elegant! By Lulu’s.
25. Dusty Blue Off-the-Shoulder Gown
By Azazie.
26. Hand Beaded Short Sleeve Dress
Shown in emerald and available in other colors here. By Adrianna Papell.
27. Flutter Sleeve V-Neck Dress
By Anthropologie.
28. Floral Jacquard Column Gown
Love these colors! By Adrianna Papell.
29. Long Sleeve Beaded Gown
By Adrianna Papell.
30. One Shoulder Satin Maxi Dress in Bronze
Glow with happiness in this stylish bronze satin maxi dress. By Petal & Pup.
31. High Neckline Satin Gown
A stunning long-length gown in rich satin for perfectly elegant attire! Shown in green. Other colors available. By Anthropologie.
32. Floral Beaded Gown
This Mother of the Bride dress will make a statement with beautiful floral sparkles and sheer cape sleeves. By Adrianna Pappell.
33. Cap Sleeve Lace Mermaid Dress in Hunter Green
Here’s a stunning hunter green dress finished off with a pretty cap sleeve. Love the lace bodice! By Lulu’s.
34. Off-the-Shoulder Jacquard Floral Print Gown
By Azazie.
35. Boatneck Satin Sheath Gown
Many colors available! By Azazie.
36. Navy Mock Neck Chiffon Maxi
Elegant and graceful! This navy mock neck maxi dress goes with everything and looks so stylish. By Lulu’s.
37. Gold Halter Style Gown
Gorgeous. By Adrianna Papell.
38. Multicolor Floral Beaded Gown with Dolman Sleeves
By Adrianna Papell.
39. Beaded Petal Sleeve Gown
Stunning! By Adrianna Papell.
40. Caramel Satin Long Sleeve Maxi Length Gown
Wear this stylish long-sleeve satin gown with a chic front knotted detail. By designer Significant Other for Anthropologie.
41. Pleated Long Balloon Sleeve Tiered Dress
What a gorgeous dress! It has long sleeves, a perfect navy blue color, chiffon material that drapes and flows, and elegant allover pleats. By Lulu’s.
42. Floral Sleeveless Halter Neck Midi
Who says the Mother of the Bride can’t wear a stylish floral print? Go with this fun satin dress in a midi length by Petal & Pup.
43. Satin Mock Neck Midi Length Dress in Navy
So stylish! By Petal & Pup.
44. Pink Floral Halter Neckline Gown
Can the mother of the bride wear a floral gown? Yes, of course! This pink gown is one of the best Mother of the Bride dresses when you want to choose an elegant, statement-making dress that is beautiful and flowy. By Petal & Pup.
45. Navy Blue Long Sleeve Velvet Maxi Dress
You can get this gorgeous Mother of the Bride gown with long sleeves and sumptuous velvet at Lulu’s.
46. Foil Printed Gown
By Adrianna Papell.
47. One-Shoulder Blue Green Jacquard Gown
By Adrianna Papell.
48. Sequin Beaded Gown in Black
By Adrianna Papell.
49. High Low Mikado Gown
By Adrianna Papell.
50. One Shoulder Floral Print Gown in Blue
By Adrianna Papell.
I hope this helps you and your mom to pick out a perfect dress for the wedding. Remember, when in doubt try it on! You never know when you’ll find the one for you. :)
Good luck!
xo
Emma
