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Black Mother of the Groom Dresses

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“Love this dress , fits beautifully and the customer service was amazing . replied quickly .”
— Lee Evans, on the Alice Off Shoulder Black Sequin Nude Gown by Adrianna Papell
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Lee Evans Alice Off Shoulder Black Sequin Nude Gown by Adrianna Papell
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Black Mother of the Groom Dresses suit the mother who wants to look considered rather than conspicuous, and this is a compact edit of two floor length gowns, both in stock, from Adrianna Papell and Dressology. Black gives you a straightforward way to complement the mother of the bride instead of matching her: ask which shade she has chosen, then let black sit beside it. One style carries sequin shine and the other beaded detail with an off the shoulder neckline, so you can pitch the sparkle to the venue. Evening receptions and black tie weddings suit it best, while a daytime garden ceremony calls for something lighter. Both are made to order in sizes AU 6 to AU 30, and you can order a try-on dress through Try Before You Buy first.

See also Mother of the Groom Dresses, Champagne Mother of the Groom Dresses and Plus Size Mother of the Groom Dresses.

Black Mother of the Groom Dresses: your questions answered

Can the mother of the groom wear black?

Yes. It is a settled choice for evening and city weddings and it lets you sit alongside the mother of the bride without competing with her shade. Check first that the couple has not asked guests to avoid black.

Will black clash with the mother of the bride's dress?

Rarely, which is part of its appeal. Black sits beside almost any shade in group photographs. The only situation to watch is when she is also in black, so it is worth asking what she has chosen before you decide.

Is black suitable for a daytime wedding?

In full daylight black can read heavier than intended and photographs flatter than at night. For a garden ceremony or lunch reception, a lighter tone usually works better; keep black for evening receptions and formal indoor venues.

What sizes are the black mother of the groom dresses?

They are cut from AU 6 to AU 30 and both are made to order. With only two styles here, filter by your size first, then widen to the other colour collections if the necklines are not what you had in mind.

Can I see one at home before I commit?

Selected styles are part of Try Before You Buy, so you can order a try-on dress and check how the neckline and length sit on you at home, which also makes it easier to compare notes with the mother of the bride.