How do I choose a Mother of the Bride dress colour?

Choose a shade that complements the bridal party palette without matching the bride or the bridesmaids exactly. Deep jewel tones, champagne, navy and soft metallics photograph well; it is customary to avoid white, ivory and anything identical to the bridesmaid colour.

What length should a Mother of the Bride dress be?

Full-length gowns suit formal and evening weddings, while midi and knee-length dresses suit daytime, garden and more relaxed venues. The most reliable guide is the dress code on the invitation and the venue itself.

Should the Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom coordinate?

Traditionally the Mother of the Bride chooses first and the Mother of the Groom selects a dress of similar formality in a complementary, non-identical shade. Sharing your colour choice early avoids clashes in photographs.

How do I choose the right Mother of the Bride dress size?

Take bust, waist and hip measurements and compare them to the size chart rather than assuming your usual size, as occasion-wear sizing often runs smaller. If you fall between sizes, the larger size is easier for a tailor to take in.

What fabrics are Mother of the Bride dresses made from?

Common fabrics include stretch jersey (comfortable, forgiving drape for long days), chiffon (light and floaty), mikado and jacquard (structured, formal) and lace overlays. Fabric determines how the dress moves, breathes and photographs.

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Grey Mother of the Groom Dresses.

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Jannie Charcoal Dress Timeless Elegance with a Modern Edge by Trellis Lane

$527.27

Roxy Refined Gunmetal Gown Sequins with Effortless Comfort by Trellis Lane

$472.73

Jazz Sequin Midi Gunmetal Dress Polished Shimmer with Effortless Comfort by Trellis Lane

$436.36

Georgia Beaded Gown by Trellis Lane in Charcoal

$908.18

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Charcoal, gunmetal, slate and soft dove grey — our grey mother of the groom dress collection is for the mother who wants the depth and forgiveness of black without the severity of it. Grey photographs beautifully in both daylight and candlelight, sits comfortably beside almost any bridal palette, and never competes with the bride. Made to order, with sleeves, coverage and lengths chosen for a long day on your feet.