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Somehow, Alex and Mauricio's wedding will be here in less than a month! There's a whooole lot of celebrating, cake-eating, and happy-crying about to go down on Drummond Ranch, and few are as excited as Ree Drummond herself (besides, well, Alex!). But before the festivities can get underway, there's still one item on Ree's personal to-do list that's waiting to be checked off: finding the perfect mother-of-the-bride dress.
"I have narrowed my dress decision down to two choices," Ree confesses. The good news? She loves both options—so she's not bothered by the timing. "I'm not really worried about anything, except my dress choices zipping," she says. "And, if they do zip, whether I'll be able to breathe if they do. But even then, I ain't that worried. That's why they invented duct tape, right?
Right. Besides, a wedding should be a cause for happiness—not stress. That's the thinking behind the following list of the best mother-of-the-bride dresses to consider in 2021. If you're in the market for a beautiful gown to wear to your own daughter's nuptials, look no further than these beautiful, budget-friendly finds. While Ree's choice will remain under wraps until the big day, these other stunners are just as likely to wow your crew and keep you comfy all night long.
P.S. Stay comfy with a pair of fabulous wedding shoes too!
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How gorgeous is this pattern?The large florals and deep colors arereminiscent of Ree's own clothing line.
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Dresses like this prove that"understated"doesn't have to mean "boring." The subtle details here—beaded cuffs and a sparkly neckline—add serious flair to an otherwise subdued look.
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Did someone say "stretch"? This ruched gown is the perfect option for anyone who doesn't want to worry about how their figure looks on the day of thewedding. Oh, and it'sbeautiful.
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Unless your daughter's wedding is a black-tie affair, there's noneed to get too fancy!Dress up this bloom-filled dress with your best hair and makeup, and watch the compliments roll in.
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The words "easygoing" and "sophisticated" don't always go together, but here, it's impossible to separate the two qualities. This dress may be formal, after all, but it's so delightful to slip on and wear.
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Puff sleeves?Yes,please!This exquisitedress may be retro-inspired, but it'sanything but old-school.
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Semi-sheer sleeves and tons ofbeadedembellishments help this dress stand out from the rest.You'll sparkle in every photograph.
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Itis a happy occasion, after all! Celebrate her big day with thischeerfulprint, which is impossible not to smile at.
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There's something so chic about a column gown, isn't there? Especially one with a distinctive feature, like this inspired bow detail.
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The bowat the waist of this dresswill help to accentuate your figure and keep you feeling confident.Just add sparkly earrings!
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Simple but so special, this sparklycap-sleeve dress is a guaranteed winner. It's also machine-washable!
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Soft, fluttery sleeves balance out the more dramatic bottom half of this dress beautifully.It'll make a statementwithout stealing the show.