"The mother of the bride is either the hostess of the event ... that hits right at the ankles. The one-shoulder gown also has a ruched bodice for added texture. This tulle maxi dress from Hutch ...

Finding the perfect mother of the bride dress is a special and exciting part of wedding planning. For women over 50, the key is to strike a balance between elegance, comfort, and personal style.

Once the bride has chosen her wedding dress, and the bridesmaid's theme has been confirmed, the next most important outfit is undoubtedly the mother of the bride's dress. If this is you ...

“Once I had [my mom's dress] on, the idea ... to use the bodice as a top and wear it for one of my wedding events" just "came to me," she tells PEOPLE Kimberlee Speakman is a digital writer at ...