Printed Dresses Perfect for the Mothers of the Bride and Groom

Who says you have to wear solids or metallics to a wedding, especially if you're the mother of the bride or groom? No one. While there's nothing wrong with wearing a classic black, navy, or beige gown, they're very far from your only options. Choosing a dress with a fun, statement print add so much life to your look with pretty minimal effort (all you have to do is find the dress!). Before you say you don't wear prints, we're here to tell you there's a patterned fabric out there for everyone. Whether you want something simple and understated, like a striped shift from M.D.S. Stripes or Gal Meets Glam's green floral maxi, or a dress that's a bit more fun, like Rixo's bold, graphic three-quarter sleeved gown, you'll find a style you love here.

Looking for something unique? Marchesa Notte's black-and-white embellished illusion gown might sound out there, but it really works—especially for a black-tie event. If you're the type of mom who loves prints and needs no convincing, then we encourage you to go for rich colors with bold patterns, like Emilio Pucci's pastel printed shift dress or Saloni's fun yellow floral number. Paired with a swipe of red lipstick, you'll be the chicest mother there. The important thing to remember about prints is that when they're done right, sometimes more really is more.

No matter which camp you fall into, know what a printed dress won't clash with the rest of the wedding party. You can choose a print that features the hue the 'maids are wearing or one that complements the wedding day's overall color scheme. If the couple is throwing a formal bash and dressing their group in entirely black and white attire, they may even appreciate a playful patterned pop to help break up the photos. If you're interested in wearing a printed dress to your son or daughter's wedding, click through to see some of our favorite options available now.

Rixo "Lucy" Dress, $485, shopbop.com

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Emilia Wickstead Pleated Floral-Print Cotton Midi Dress, $1,790, net-a-porter.com

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Badgley Mischka Palm-Print Ruffled Wrap Gown, $890, saksfifthavenue.com

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Saloni "Bianca" Floral-Embroidered Silk Dress, $965,

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Marchesa Notte Floral-Embellished Illusion Gown, $995, lordandtaylor.com

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Gal Meets Glam Collection "Shannon" Floral-Print Maxi Dress, $198, dillards.com

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Vone "Batara" Dress, $298, bhldn.com

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Zac Posen Floral Silk Twill Gown, $2,390, barneys.com

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Emilio Pucci "Mirabilus" Sleeveless Shift Dress, $1,570, saksfifthavenue.com

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Caroline Constas "Bardot" Off-the-Shoulder Printed Cotton Maxi Dress, $795, modaoperandi.com

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J. Crew Button-Front Midi Dress, $98, jcrew.com

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Rebecca Taylor "Malia" Dress, $450, neimanmarcus.com

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Rachel Rachel Roy "Issa" Tiered Maxi Dress, $159, nordstrom.com

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Alaia Embroidered Cotton Poplin Midi Dress, $7,230, net-a-porter.com

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Altuzarra League Floral-Print Ruffled Dress, $1,516, matchesfashion.com

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Saloni "Rosalind" Printed Chiffon Maxi Dress, $725, modaoperandi.com

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Giambattista Valli V-Neck Floral Maxi Dress, $3,930, shopbop.com

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LoveShackFancy "Sloane" Dress, $545, loveshackfancy.com

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Laura Garcia Collection "Georgina" Ikat Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress, $645, barneys.com

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Alice + Olivia "Clyde" Floral-Embroidered Sleeveless Mini Shift Dress, $350, neimanmarcus.com

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AFRM "Janice" Midi Dress, $79, nordstrom.com

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Rebecca Taylor "Leander" Ruffled Floral Dress, $695, bloomingdales.com

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Gal Meets Glam Collection "Virginia" Floral Fit-and-Flare Dress, $198, dillards.com

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J. Crew Silk Floral Shift Dress with Flutter Sleeves, $198, jcrew.com

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Carolina Herrera One-Shoulder Floral Dress, $3,490, neimanmarcus.com

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Peter Pilotto High-Neck Silk Dress, $2,058, matchesfashion.com

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Gul Hurgel Ruffle-Sleeved Striped Linen Dress, $949, matchesfashion.com

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M.D.S. Stripes "Kelly" Striped Dress, $295, mdstripes.com

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