LBD doesn't begin to do justice to the smart sexiness of this this pleated faux wrap crepe dress. Sophisticated, understated, and hugs all the right places. A dress you could wear for a daytime wedding, or add some sparkle for a cocktail occasion. Sizes 1X to 3X. Buy from Neiman Marcus. 

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Because curves are meant to be celebrated, a dress that shows them off in all the right places. We love the long sleeve wrap style and the movement in creates combined with the front ruffle and slit. Sizes 1X to 3X (14 to 24). Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue. 

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We love an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline for its beautiful lines combined with arm coverage. That deep red—they call it pomegranate—is unexpected, but not too bright. The sparkling pattern and floor-sweeping hemline bring the drama. Sizes 2 to 16. Buy from Neiman Marcus.

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How a cool girl does ruffles. The angled drape gives this classic A-line silhouette a cool edge, assuring you'll stand out in navy. Sizes 2 to 16. Buy from Neiman Marcus.

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Forget every horrifying cliche about about matronly mother of the bride jacket sets. Tadashi Shoji reinvents the combination so you can feel modern, and yet not have to fret about showing too much skin or getting cold. The key is the cropped jacket and strapless A-line gown with pockets. The navy lace over brown adds depth. Sizes 2 to 16. Buy from Tadashi Shoji. 

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Pretty as a watercolor in a silhouette sure to flatter. We love the abstract print on crinkled fabric. The waterfall ruffle adds some movement without becoming a distraction. Sizes 00 to 12. Buy from Nordstrom.

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Imagine Jenna Lyons as mother of the bride and you land right here in this standout preppy glam shirtdress gown in the go-to wedding neutral: navy. The A-line style is universally flattering; the jacquard fabric takes it next level. A bright colored shoe would be a fun surprise. Sizes 2 to 20. Buy from Neiman Marcus.

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Dressy, without taking yourself too seriously. We love to laid back flow of this pleated chiffon gown with its chic puff sleeves. The deep V is even more dramatic from the back, which means you might want to a low cut bra. But the fitted criss cross bodice will hold everything in place. Comes in several other colors from powder blue to blsck. Sizes 0 to 22. Buy from Teri Jon.

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Classic style, rich details. It checks many boxes with the cap sleeves, illusion neckline, and A-line silhouette. The silver floral and lace makes it extra special. Sizes 0 to 22. Buy from Teri Jon.

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Rare for a dress to be as forgiving as it is delicate, which is only one of the many reasons we are swooning over this gorgeous design—from beaded collar and elbow-length flutter sleeve to the straight skirt and soft peach floral. A beauty in silk charmeuse. Sizes 0 to 22. Buy from Teri Jon. 

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Boho meets elegance in this balloon sleeve maxi. The pleating, from neckline to skirt, give this dress a beautiful flow. The print is so fresh and beautiful, yet understated. A dress sure to flatter most body types. Sizes 2 to 22. Buy from Teri Jon.

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In a crowd of one shoulder dresses, this one is a standout, from the flattering fit of the bodice with ruching in all the right places to the side ruffle and trumpet silhouette, which gives you room to breathe while still accentuating curves. This cool blue can easily blend with a wedding party. See this dress in gold on real moms Shannon and Cindy. Teri Jon releases this popular style in new colors and prints each season. Sizes 2 to 20. Buy from Teri Jon.

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