Mother of the Bride Dresses for an Autumn Ceremony

Autumn is a wonderful time of the year for a wedding, with brilliant colors in the trees and festive decorations going up in homes. Color and festivity can enliven even the most elegant of weddings as well, bringing fresh choices for the entire wedding party. But mother of the bride dresses for an autumn ceremony can be particularly engaging with all the new choices available today.


For a casual wedding, the bride's mom might choose to wear a pantsuit that picks up some of the colors of the season. A 3/4 Satin Jacket & Chiffon Pant Set in heather and black will reflect one of the subtler colors of the leaves on the trees surrounding the backyard wedding ceremony. The jacket is in heather brocade fabric and features 3/4 length sleeves with a delicious detail at the sleeve hems, plus three black buttons down the front.


A satiny black ribbon accents the waist, and the portrait style collar is flattering to any woman. The pants are of black chiffon with wide legs that will give her that graceful flutter of fabric as she strolls up the aisle to take her seat. This two-piece set will help Mom stay beautiful and comfortable throughout the ceremony and reception.


A slightly more sophisticated wedding requires more elegant garb. Mother's 3/4 Sleeve Shantung Three Piece Suit in royal blue will reflect the subtle color of the autumn sky. This outfit features a tank bodice under a jacket that closes with a single button. The skirt is knee length and features a subtle swirl pattern in the fabric. The entire ensemble shimmers delicately as it gives Mom that slimming silhouette that she's been working for since her daughter set the date.


Gold is an obvious color choice for fall, and when it comes in soft sueded Charmeuse fabric, it can create an elegant silhouette for the mother of the bride. The One-Shoulder Sueded Charmeuse Side Drape Dress begins with a dramatic one-shoulder neckline before skimming down the body to flare slightly at the calves. This full-length dress is the height of sophistication, and Mother will be, too.



If Mom prefers a more modest gown but still wants that shimmer of gold, the Lace and Charmeuse Bolero Jacket Dress will be perfect. The bolero is covered in lace, as is the bodice of the spaghetti strap dress beneath it. The waist of the dress is empire cut with Charmeuse ruching that falls into a full skirt. The cut is flattering and modest, but with the classy look that Mom deserves.



A subtler shade of gold is perfect for more casual weddings, as is the Short Sleeve Dress with Jeweled Button Detail. This dress features short sleeves and a portrait collar for elegance, with a bow and jeweled buttons to wrap the dress closed. The fabric is "foxy gold" satin, an understated shade of gold that sill looks stunning. Mother will look beautiful as well as youthful in this fall fashion favorite.



The bolero jacket seems to never go out of style, and when it tops a dress in an understated shade of royal blue, it's perfect for an autumn wedding. The Stretch Shimmer Three-Quarter Sleeve Short Jacket Dress is comfortable in a stretch fabric that gives off an understated glow. The dress is short with slender straps and is pleated horizontally down its length for a fresh new take on the slim dress. The blue is stunning and perfect for the season. So, too, will be the mother of the bride when she wears this flattering two-piece ensemble.



Black is perfect for any formal occasion, even a wedding, and when the little black dress is embellished with lace, it can be a real stunner. The Portrait Collar Knit Dress with Lace Skirt will give any mother of the bride a graceful silhouette. The collar flatters the neckline while the beaded lace skirt flatters the legs. The skirt falls to the knee in a slim line that is elegant as well as comfortable.



Champagne is another color that suits the cool weather of autumn. The Hammered Shimmer Cap Sleeve Short Tier Dress is lovely, elegant, and unique. The open neckline gives Mom a chance to show off a lovely necklace, and the tiered skirt will flatter her figure and make her legs look fabulous. This is a comfortable and feminine dress that is perfect for a formal or semi-formal wedding.



For the ultimate in formal sophistication, the mother of the bride might choose a One-Shoulder Taffeta Ball Gown with Side Drape. This dress comes in plum, a special color for fall, and that shade combined with the iridescence of the taffeta will give the wearer a glow that everyone will notice. The side-drape of this gown is flattering on any figure, and the full skirt will make her feel like a girl as she whirls around the dance floor at the wedding reception.



The mother of the bride is one of the most honored guests at any wedding. Be sure she looks her very best in a striking and form flattering dress.