Summer is one of the most popular times of the year to get married, so there is a lot of choice for wedding attire.
But when it comes to coordinating the mothers of the bride and groom it can be a little bit harder to get it right.
We have found 15 mother of the bride and 15 mother of the groom dresses for summer weddings to help you choose.
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Purple Mother Of The Bride Dress
Summer is a season of strong colors and this purple mother of the bride ensemble is ideal for a hot weather wedding.
The dress is sleeveless with a flattering jewel neckline and an A-line silhouette. It drapes in asymmetrical layers of light chiffon fabric and has a floor length hemline.
There is a concealed hem in the back of the dress.
A wrap style, matching jacket with elbow length sleeves adds an extra layer of chiffon to this outfit. The overall silhouette is classic A-line making this suitable for all body types.
Dusty Rose Mother Of The Groom Dress
The draping style of this dress is a perfect complement to the previous mother of the bride gown as is the dusty rose color.
The dress is made from 100% chiffon and has a classic A-line silhouette making it ideal for all body shapes.
The dress has a flattering V neckline with pleating to one side of the bodice. This pleating continues beneath the asymmetrical waist band and down the front of the skirt creating a layered effect.
Butterfly sleeves add a delicate and feminine detail to the gown.
Mint Green Mother Of The Bride Dress
A mint green dress is the perfect shade for a summer wedding. It’s cool, fresh and cheerful.
This is an ideal choice for the mother of the bride and can be complemented with plenty of summer tones.
The ankle length gown is made of chiffon and lace is light, floaty and romantic. A flattering bateau neckline and full length lace sleeves make this dress very feminine and pretty.
A wide wrap of fabric enhances the natural waistline which is embellished with a charming rosette. The bodice has a built-in bra for comfort and support.
Yellow Mother Of The Groom Dress
This yellow mother of the groom dress is the perfect complement to the previous mint green mother of the bride dress. It has a column silhouette and is made of chiffon with full lining. The hemline reaches the floor and there is a high slit in the back of the dress.
The gown features a bateau neckline, front and back and the waistline is gathered in at the base of the bodice. Prettily layered and ruffled sleeves with a charming cutout feature add a charming touch to this gown.
Desert Rose Mother Of The Bride Dress
A beautiful desert rose gown for the mother of the bride is a superb choice for a summer wedding. The dress is floor length with a flattering A-line silhouette, and it actually looks like two separate pieces.
The bodice is lace with a wide V neckline and pretty cap sleeves. Around the natural waistline is a belt detail in pleated chiffon.
The bottom of the bodice follows the contours of the lace and overlaps the full chiffon skirt.
Closure is via a concealed zipper in the back of the dress.
To complement the pretty desert rose mother of the bride dress this mother of the groom gown is in classic navy. The modest, loose fit outfit is ideal for a formal wedding on a warm summer’s day.
The flattering bateau neckline and pretty trumpet sleeves add subtle touches of feminine charm to this dress. A slight emphasis on the natural waistline enhances the wearer’s curves in an understated way.
A built-in bra gives the bodice structure and form while the flowing chiffon skirt reaches the floor.
Dusty Lavender Mother Of The Bride Dress
This subtle shade of lavender is a great summer color for the mother of the bride. It will also blend beautifully with lots of other summer tones in the wedding palette.
This is a knee length gown with a column silhouette and a small slit in the front of the skirt. The jewel neckline is embellished with small pearl beading.
This bead detailing also runs down the edge of the open flounce sleeves which are gathered at the cuff.
A pretty and chic gown for the mother of the bride.
Mist Gray Mother Of The Groom Dress
Neutral colors for a summer wedding ensemble means you won’t be clashing with other members of the wedding party.
This mother of the groom dress in mist gray will blend in seamlessly with all other summer shades. It will also complement the dusty lavender of the mother of the bride’s gown.
This is a very attractive dress with an above the knee hemline and square neckline.
The dress is made from glitter mesh fabric with a lace overlay. Wide straps sit on the outside of the shoulders and a wrap style jacket made from the same mesh fabric completes the look.
Light Dusty Blue Mother Of The Bride Dress
In a lighter shade of dusty blue this mother of the bride gown will be a big hit for a summer wedding. The tightly pleated bodice is styled into a deep plunging V neckline which is edged with delicate lace.
The rear of the bodice has a small V neckline and features a concealed zipper while a band of pleated fabric edged with lace enhances the natural waistline.
The full chiffon skirt falls to the floor length hemline giving the skirt volume and movement.
Dusty Rose Mother Of The Groom Dress
To complement the blue mother of the bride dress this dusty rose mother of the groom gown is perfect for a summer wedding.
Featuring a flattering A-line silhouette in soft chiffon fabric this dress is perfect for all body shapes.
The jewel neckline has the added adornment of the border of the lace cap sleeves. Meanwhile the tightly pleated bodice is framed by lace detailing that extends beyond the waistline to the top of the skirt.
A thin belt is tied at the back in a delicate loose bow and the hemline of the skirt reaches the floor.
Dusty Lavender Mother Of The Bride Dress
A pretty dusty lavender gown for the mother of the bride is ideal for a summer wedding.
This knee length dress has a column silhouette and a short slit in the front of the skirt. It is a sleeveless gown so will be cool for warm sunny days.
The dress has a jewel neckline and a pretty gather detail. This detail runs from the center of the bodice beneath the faux belt detail on the waist and flows down the front of the skirt.
A concealed zipper in the back maintains the clean look.
As a flattering contrast to the mother of the bride dress this navy mother of the groom gown is a true classic. Its modern chic look is accentuated by the knee length full skirt in glitter mesh fabric.
The wide band of the waistline emphasizes the fullness of the skirt. Around the bodice a sequin lace cape effect drapes down the front and back of the gown.
The dress is sleeveless with a pretty bateau neckline and a classic A-line silhouette
Candy Pink Mother Of The Bride Dress
A pretty summer color, this candy pink mother of the bride dress and jacket is a wonderful choice.
The A-line silhouette is flattering for all body shapes and the bodice is supported by comfortably wide straps.
The sweetheart neckline of this dress is romantically feminine, and the floor length skirt has pretty kick pleats in the hemline.
A matching jacket with a handkerchief hemline and small stand-up collar completes this outfit. The dress is fully lined for comfort.
Mulberry Mother Of The Groom Dress
This mother of the groom dress is the ideal foil for the candy pink of the previous gown for the mother of the bride.
The deep mauve shade reflects some wonderful summer tones and the fabric flows and sparkles with movement.
A sultry mermaid silhouette is emphasized with a thigh high slit in the front of the dress. The pleated bodice features a V neckline and cap sleeves while the hemline reaches the floor.
There is a built-in bra for support and comfort and a concealed zipper in the back of the dress.
Champagne Mother Of The Bride Dress
For a gorgeous summer mother of the bride dress this neutral champagne color is simply perfect. The shade will complement any other summer tones and will not clash with other members of the wedding party.
This is a stunning sleeveless gown with an off the shoulder neckline and deep ruching on the bodice. The crossover design emphasizes the top of the dress but also draws attention to the shaped waistline.
The neckline at the back is formed into a deep V shape.
Silver Mother Of The Groom Jumpsuit
As a complement to the neutral shade of the mother of the bride gown is this silver jumpsuit for the mother of the groom.
This is a beautiful ensemble with straight leg chiffon pants and a long sleeved fitted top.
The top is a camisole, overlaid with pretty embroidered and embellished chiffon. It has three quarter sleeves and a jewel neckline.
The hem of the top is asymmetrical and features a notch as well as a pleating detail fixed with an attached brooch.
Blue Mother Of The Bride Dress
This stunning shade of blue dress is ideal as a summer wedding outfit for the mother of the bride. It is a tea length gown with a flattering square neckline and pretty cap sleeves.
The overall silhouette is A-line and the skirt has a charming ruffle fold detail.
The bodice of this dress is designed as a crossover style with pleating and ruching to the fabric.
Further pleating and an embroidered detail enhances the natural waistline which extends to the back of the dress.
Pink Mother Of The Groom Jumpsuit
What better complement to the gorgeous blue of the mother of the bride’s dress than this stunning pink jumpsuit. Both colors are ideal for a summer wedding and will look amazing side by side.
This is a three piece ensemble.
The straight leg pants have soft pleats in the waistband for comfort. The sequinned, embroidered top is strapless with a pretty lace detail on the neckline and has a concealed zipper in the back.
A collarless lace jacket with long sleeves completes the look for this pretty outfit.
Red Mother Of The Bride Dress
This strong shade of red dress will heat up any summer wedding and will certainly make a statement for the mother of the bride.
The one shoulder design with long sleeve is beautiful while the gold embroidered detailing on the shoulder is echoed on the bodice at the opposite side. Spandex fabric makes sure that this dress shows off all the wearer’s curves.
A deep ruching on one side of the skirt creates a wrap over effect and lifts the hem at the front.
Not to be outdone by the mother of the bride, this navy gown will make sure the mother of the groom is not forgotten. This is a dramatic dress that will draw numerous compliments.
The silhouette is classic A-line and the dress has a floor length hemline. There is a deep V neckline at the front and back and an empire waistline which is embellished with beading.
However, it is the floor length, draping sleeves that will attract the most attention. These fall from the shoulders and are open from wrist level.
Black & White Mother Of The Bride Dress
This elegant black and white dress is ideal for a formal summer wedding as a mother of the bride gown. It is made from white tulle and satin with black lace applique detailing throughout.
The dress has a mermaid silhouette with a high neckline and pretty cap sleeves. The hemline reaches the floor and there is a short court train. The bodice is well structured and has a keyhole opening in the back.
This is a handmade gown and will make the mother of the bride feel like a million dollars.
To match the formal dress of the mother of the bride, this navy mother of the groom gown will be perfect for a summer wedding.
It is an equally stunning dress and will ensure that the groom’s mother will not be forgotten.
The off the shoulder décolleté is gorgeous and draws attention to the fringes on the pretty cap sleeves. The fitted bodice is very flattering and enhanced by the navy sequined fabric.
A sheath silhouette creates an elegant and stylish fit.
A thigh high slit in the skirt of the dress adds to the overall sultry look.
Peplum Mother Of The Bride Dress
This unique champagne colored mother of the bride dress will be a source of many compliments at a summer wedding.
The peplum style is vintage but still flattering with the sheath silhouette.
A cape neckline accentuates the elegance of this dress and the satin camisole beneath the bodice offers a contrasting ivory color.
The dress bodice has lace mid-length sleeves and is heavily embellished with sequins and lace applique. The emphasis is on the natural waistline and the lower part of the bodice has ruffled layers.
Lilac Mother Of The Groom Dress
For the mother of the groom this lilac dress is the ideal color for a summer wedding and complements the previous neutral colored mother of the bride dress.
This dress features a flattering bateau neckline which is made from hand beaded chiffon and sits above a satin structured bodice.
Pretty cap sleeves enhance the delicate chiffon which is repeated on the skirt.
The dress has cup inserts for support and is also fully lined for comfort. It can be worn with a matching bolero jacket.
Floral Mother Of The Bride Dress
A floral dress is a great choice for a summer wedding and this stunning mother of the bride dress is no exception.
This is a handmade gown constructed from tulle with an illusion overlay that is heavily embellished with floral designs.
The dress has a flattering mermaid silhouette and a floor length hemline with a short court train. It has a wide scoop neckline and short sleeves.
There is a concealed zipper in the back of the dress, and it has a built-in bra.
Champagne Mother Of The Groom Dress
Complementing the previous mother of the bride dress, this champagne mother of the groom dress is perfect for a summer wedding.
This is a handmade gown and matching jacket fashioned from satin and embellished with white lace applique.
The dress is knee length and has a flattering column silhouette. Short sleeves on the dress are made from the lace applique and the dress has a square neckline. Closure is by a covered zipper in the back.
The matching jacket has short sleeves which are also embellished with lace and closure is by elegant covered buttons.
Pink Mother Of The Bride Dress
For a formal summer wedding this mother of the bride dress will be a show stopping choice. The gown has an elegant A-line silhouette and a hemline that pools on the floor.
Made from chiffon the bodice is embellished with sequins and floral lace applique and spills over onto the top of the skirt which is softly gathered.
The dress has a deep V neckline, front and back and the elbow length mesh sleeves are decorated at the cuffs. There is a zipper in the back of the dress.
Lavender Mother Of The Groom Dress
This stunning lavender color mother of the groom dress will be a sensation at a summer wedding and a gorgeous complement to the mother of the bride dress.
This beautiful floor length gown is made from chiffon and has a floral lace overlay on the bodice. It has a romantic sweetheart neckline and a square back.
The skirt begins at the natural waistline emphasized by a narrow belt which is tied loosely at the back. Soft gathers at the waist give the skirt lots of volume and movement.
There is an invisible zipper in the side seam of the dress.
Pale Pink Mother Of The Bride Dress
This handmade tea length dress is simply perfect for the mother of the bride at a summer wedding. The pale pink color is pretty but mature and the dress is designed to look like a two piece ensemble.
The overall silhouette is classic A-line and the hemline is tea length. There is a flattering bateau neckline and three quarter length sleeves.
The bodice is overlaid in lace and has a pretty sash detail at the natural waistline while the chiffon lace skirt is lightly gathered.
Silk Print Mother Of The Groom Dress
A gorgeous silk print dress is ideal as a mother of the groom summer wedding outfit and perfectly complements the mother of the bride gown.
This elegant empire line dress is pure silk georgette and features a soft pink background with printed green trees and white blossom. It is tea length and has a flattering tuxedo neckline.
The sleeves are elbow length and have a slight ruched feature on the outside of the cuff. A longline bias cut skirt ends in a pretty ruffle hemline and the dress comes with a coordinating underslip.
Final Thoughts
Complementing colors for the mothers of the happy couple are important to avoid disastrous photos. For this reason communication between them is encouraged before the wedding.
By following the color palette of the wedding it should be easy to make sure that no color clashes occur and spoil your special day.
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