The Most Elegant & Chic Mother-of-the-Groom Dresses to Add to Your Cart Right Now (2025)

When it comes to dressing and styling one of the most important guests on your list, finding the right look can be a challenging task. A mother of the groom's dress should feel unique, special, and reflective of her personal style—all without outshining the bride and complementing her mother. The look should speak to the silhouettes and colors that make her feel most confident and respect the honorary role she serves on the wedding day, while coordinating with the aesthetic of the event.

Encourage her to coordinate with the colors of the bridal party and show off her best assets. Balance what mom conceals and reveals for a sophisticated look, but don't assume she needs to be covered from head-to-toe. Ahead, 20 mother-of-the-groom dresses for 2021 and 2022 that feel fashion-forward, elegant, and of-the-moment for a welcome return to wedding season.

A chic wraparoundgown feels formalyet effortless. This bright yet richemerald jewel tone isappropriate all year round—and it's whatlands this look at the top of our list.

For wedding dressing in spring or summer, style your bridal party—and most importantly, your mother to the theme. Floral prints and soft colors play well with decor that's sure to embrace the blooms of the warm-weather months.

Moms are superheros—let her dress the part. Caped gowns in soft hues are ideal for a woman looking for a bit of coverage, without the heaviness of a full sleeve. Pro tip:the silhouette of this gown will look that much more show-stopping as the cape wafts down the aisle to reveal her silhouette as she moves.

A color-blocked statement gown in blue and black is a modern take on formal dressing. This one-shoulder drape,and pleating, work to draw attention to the smallest point: her natural waist.

For the mother looking to dress for an outdoor affair, thisblouson-sleeved gown is ethereal, while built-in embellishment at the natural waistfeels formal, yet playful in all the right ways.

This belted jacquarddress is appros for any formal affair at a far-flung destination, or on the shore.

For the mom that isn't about a cinch at the waist, opt for a bold color and a blouson silhouette—like this one-shoulder hot pink chiffonshift.

Mother-of-the-groom (or bride)dressing doesn't have to feel matronly. Keep it classic with a high neckline, but opt for a pop of color in a sleek and formal fabric. A midi length works well to show off a pair of chic shoes and easily transitions from day to night.

A singular, statementembellishment is undoubtedly more impactful and graphicwhen set on a deep, rich huerather than a lighter tone.

Polished bohodressing is all about fluid shapes, soft prints, and artful uses of color.

Sheer and strategic draping will flatter any figure—and this gown is case in point.Choose a look in a soft,head-to-toe tone to ensure your mother looks her best standing alongside you in photos and complements the bridal party.

Neither a daytime event nor aformal summer soiree requires a full-length gown. This elegant midi with a built-in cape would look just as chicpaired with an evening shoe as it would with a daintyflat.

Black tie affairs (traditionally) mean floor length looks with luxe accessories. For the mother of the groom, opt for a gown that has built-in accessories, like embellishments at the neckline. Then, just add daintyearrings and effortless hair and makeup.

Graphic prints and a contemporary cut work foranuptown affair; and when done in a floral print, they suit a garden party just as well.Pair this sheath withdramatic earrings or a statement shoe to complete the look.

Jewel tones are an ideal palette for mothers of the bride and groom year-round. To avoid looking too holiday-inspired, choose the rich tone best suited for your event's color palette: be it a deep emerald, sapphire, citrine, garnet, amethyst, or a softer pink topaz.

Victorian vibes arefestive and feminine without feeling toofussy. Punch it upwith metallic accessories and modern extras toavoid the ensemble becomingtoo costume ormatchy-matchy.

Meet the ultimate in black tie dressing. This look isformal and glam, yet undeniably sleek and modern for the mom after a bit of structure–and full coverage.

A draped, sculpturalsilhouette in a color-blocked satin feels rich and celebratory, yet eclectic. Pair this look with elevated,colorful accessories to embrace a playful energy—and the color palette of the bridal party.

Find fabrics that feel regal and rich,like asilk-satin jacquard. Make it modern by opting for minimalist accessories, like petite earrings and a box clutch.

Mothers of the groom often limit themselves to neutrals like navy, black and metallics. Ifyour mom is one to sport a bold hue, lean into her penchant for pops of color with a tone that best suits her complexion, your bridal party, and the setting.