Photography by Peter Monsanto
Shopping for a mother of the bride or groom dress is more fun together. Mother Of teamed up with Rickie Freeman for Teri Jon for a private shopping event at their New York showroom (first time they've ever invited customers in—we're honored!). We loved seeing many of the dresses we’ve been admiring online tried on, by real women—and marveled at how the same silhouette could work on different body types.
Here are some highlights:
Embroidered Lace Illusion Gown With Sleeves
One of those instant pick-me-up gowns that strikes the perfect balance of modest and elegant with its intricate and layered details. Sizes 0 to 22. $880. Shop this embroidered lace illusion gown.
Off Shoulder Jacquard Ruffle Gown
This neckline is a work of art—the sculptural ruffle and flower applique. The flecks of silver throughout the fabric make it shimmer. Sizes 2 to 22. $880. Shop this off shoulder jacquard ruffle gown.
Stretch Crepe Side Drape Gown
That hot pink is a head turner, and the side drape is chic in stretch crepe. Sizes 2 to 22. $695. Shop this stretch crepe side drape gown.
Jacquard Border Pattern Shirt Dress
Shirtdress gowns are a staple of the Teri Jon collection, and we were all swooning over this current design with its springy an unexpected pattern. This mother of the bride was so comfortable in it, she almost didn't believe how great it looked on her. Sizes 2 to 22 (but going fast) $800. Shop this jacquard pattern shirt gown.
Lazercut Skirt Shirt Dress
This is why it pays to try: on model, this shirt dress just skims the knee. On Rika, it's more of a midi length, and a sharp choice for any special occasion—so much so that she ordered it in three colors! Sizes 0 to 22. $610. Shop this lazercut skirt shirt dress.
Jacquard One Shoulder Side Ruffle
A perennial favorite, and for good reason: this one shoulder side ruffle gives instant glam with flattering angles. Comes in many colors every season. We love the current metallic pink and lilac, which reads as pure shimmer. Sizes 2 to 20. $810. Shop this jacquard one shoulder side ruffle gown.
Off The Shoulder Portrait Gown
There's a reason portrait necklines never go out of style: it's a most flattering look, especially in this figure-flattering stretch taffeta. Consider this your forever gala gown. Sizes 2 to 22. $610. Shop this off the shoulder portrait gown.
Off the Shoulder Textured Metallic Jacquard Gown
Made of an iridescent organza, the abstract print elevates this A-line gown. Sizes 2 to 22. $890. Shop this off the shoulder textured metallic jacquard gown.
Metallic Jacquard Cuff Off Shoulder Gown
A slightly different spin on the off shoulder neckline moms are loving this season, creating a beautiful frame for the neck and shoulders in an A-line cut. Champagne gold is always a great choice Sizes 2-22. $1,120. Shop this metallic jacquard cuff off shoulder gown.
Metallic Twist Front Gown
The twisted off the shoulder neckline gives this figure-skimming column gown a whole new look. The metallic shimmer makes it an overall stunner. Comes in this icy pale pink as well as pale blue. Sizes 0 to 20. $750. Shop this metallic twist front gown.
Pro shopping tip: Teri Jon offers virtual styling consults. There's no charge, and you'll get one on one advice on sizing, style, and even accessories.