You know those days you want to pretend you’re never aging, thus no need to make plans for the future? Well, let’s embrace that and have 2 seconds to be delulu. . . The way I see it, I have many, many, many years before ever needing a mother-of-the-bride or mother-of-the-groom dress. Sorry, not sorry. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Okay, delulu over! So it’s real life and you found out your child is getting married, you are going to be a MOB or MOG whether you like it or not. And if you’re anything like me, you’re thinking “great, now what am I going to wear?” Sure, you can go with something you have in your closet. That dress you wore for the holidays last year was gorgeous (how would I know that? I wouldn’t, but I know you’re thinking it). 🤭 But the better option (always the better option) is to just go shopping and pick out a new number that has all the guests wondering whether you’re the mother, aunt or (fingers crossed) sister. What?! Skincare works wonders and with all the retinols and collagen creams out there, aging is basically not a concern anymore, right?
Soooo, we sort of got excited for you and went shopping on your behalf. Don’t worry, there’s plenty of styles to choose from, too! Check out our fave MOB and MOG dresses, and try to find JUST one you love (it’s not gonna happen, you’ll find more!). Oh, and if you’re not vibing with any of the ones we picked, then perhaps peruse Adrianna Papell yourself (a dress designer, yes, but also have dresses for mom as you’ll see below). We’re affiliates, sure, but also lovers of their dresses!
The MOB + MOG Edit
A-line Off the Shoulder Ankle Length Dress by JJ’s House
Mock Neck Beaded Column Dress by Adrianna Papell
Short-sleeve Crepe Gown with Sheer Sequin Floral Neckline by Adrianna Papell
Off-the-shoulder Dress with Cascading Ruffle Detail by Adrianna Papell
Floor Length Chiffon Dress by JJ’s House
Beaded Ball Gown with Cape Sleeves by Adrianna Papell
Hand-beaded Cocktail Dress by Adrianna Papell
Pleated Foiled Column Dress by Adrianna Papell
Knee-Length Chiffon Cocktail Dress by JJ’s House
Knit Crepe and Organza Off-the-shoulder Column Gown by Adrianna Papell
Satin Crepe Ruffle Front Gown by Adrianna Papell
Crepe Blouson Jumpsuit with Pearl Halter Collar by Adrianna Papell
Hand-beaded & Fringe Sheath Cocktail Dress by Adrianna Papell
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Cover photo by Jose Ybarra Photography | Dress photos by brands