Fabulous Fall Mother of the Bride Dresses
Are you fretting about what to wear to your daughter’s or son’s wedding that’s taking place this autumn?
Navy and wine versions | Similar in teal. Use code FABAFTER40 at checkout for 15% off!
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Here are some fabulous Fall mother-of-the-bride dresses in styles and colors that are appropriate for the season.
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Go for an Autumn Color
Falling leaves and cooler temperatures make it easy to visualize the most flattering colors for a Fall Mother of the Bride dress. This deep, muted eggplant shade is a gorgeous harvest shade that blends perfectly into a Fall color scheme.
The cowl neck and embellished waist on this gorgeous eggplant gown make it a fashion-forward choice that will particularly appeal to a mother of the bride or groom with a more modern style sensibility. The neckline is a real head-turner!
A bonus is that a slight stretch in the fabric makes this a comfortable dress, and keeps it from wrinkling. You’ll dance all night in this dress!
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Consider Weight and Texture
Fall brings with it heavier fabrics and rich textures such as velvet and lace, so keep this in mind when shopping for a Fall Mother of the Bride dress.
This elegant one-shoulder Mother of the Bride gown is a gorgeous choice
The stunning sleeves make this dress an ideal choice for gals our age since lace provides some discreet arm coverage.
The one-shoulder neckline also helps balance larger hips and thighs, making it perfect for pear-shaped women.
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Sparkle and Glitz Are Welcome
Sparkly dresses, shoes, gorgeous jewelry, and embellished bags are all part of Fall’s rich allure. For example, this floral beaded gown has elegant hand-beaded accents that steal the show.
With a dress like this, I like keeping the accessories simple and balanced. The heels, clutch, and earrings complement the dress beautifully without stealing its thunder.
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Black is always an option.
Black works any time of year and feels especially right for the Mother of the Bride. For a formal evening wedding, I recommend this elegant evening gown. Deceptively simple, an A-line skirt with a ruffle front slit is flattering to all body types. The beaded neckline is a subtle addition that adds to the visual interest of the dress.
For a formal wedding, feel free to up the bling factor. Here, I’ve paired it with an ornate crystal earrings that complement the subtle adornment on the neckline. Get ready for compliments on how stunning you look in this dress!
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Need more Ideas?
Do you have a wedding coming up? What are you planning to wear? If you need a little help deciding on which mother-of-the-bride dress (or mother-of-the-groom dresses) might be best for you, be sure to check out my bestselling book, Tweak Your Chic – Mother of the Bride. It will tell you everything you need to know on one of the most important and cherished days of your life.
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Deborah, I love the beautiful teal long gown you are wearing but there is no link to this dress. Can you please provide it? I am looking for a mother of bride dress for my daughter’s fall wedding. Thank you
Hi Kim, I searched high and low but that dress is no longer available in teal. It comes in other colors or there are some other lovely teal gowns I found at Alex Evenings. Check them out here and be sure to use my code for 15% off Use code:FABAFTER40 Here it is in navy:https://rstyle.me/+9AGqeTPGAEMRViUnb9tjgg and here is a similar teal one:https://rstyle.me/+kavvmfPK88MUxS8cCJ-ujw They’re both lovely!
Hi Deb, I’m the mother of the groom and it will be a Winter Wedding Feb.2026.
I would love to get your advice on color, style and any suggestions. I’m definitely not a fan of sequins and glitter. I’m also petite 4’11”.
Please help with suggestions.
Hi Nancy, Since it’s a winter wedding you can check out this post on the type of fabrics and colors to go for. Think Green, burgundy, navy or champagne. https://www.fabulousafter40.com/elegant-mother-of-the-bride-gowns-for-christmas-winter-weddings/ Alex Evening has a nice line of petite dresses. You can have a look here and get 15% off with code FABAFTER40. What you choose depends on a lot of factors such as your body shape, the bridal party colors and the wedding venue- formal or casual. Start here and see what you think. There is a lot of lovely no glittery cocktail dresses:https://rstyle.me/+BPKDxn3YymDgc8jah9kSwQ and I really like their contour collection which is more paired down and a great fit too:https://rstyle.me/+SUuowNj5eXzvciMzl2w17Q Cheers, Deborah
Hello, The deep, muted eggplant dress. Where can you get the dress? Is it a David bridal dress/
Hi Ericka, Glad you like the dress. I would wear this too! The link is here:https://amzn.to/2B3qjkG
I am the mother of the groom. I need help with a fall wedding attire
The bridesmaids are wearing slate blue dresses from David’s Bridal. I have picked a dress that is dusty blue.
Should I stay away from blue and stick to burgundy or gray? The guys are wearing gray suits.
Hi Ann, Is there enough difference between your blue and the slate blue, or will you blend in too much? If you are worried about looking like one of the bridesmaids, then o for Burgundy. I hope that helps.
Cheers, Deborah
I have a question. I will be attending a formal wedding. I plan to wear a black knee-length dress. Are black hose or off-black hose a no-no? My legs are too white for no hose. I am wearing black heels. Thanks for your help
Hi Barbara,
Ultra sheer black nylons are perfectly acceptable. In fact, for a formal wedding, I would wear them over bare legs. Black heels would be perfect with them. Theall black will create a nice, long, lean line and make you look tall and thin. Have fun and all the best!