Gorgeous Long Sleeve (& Short) Mother of the Bride & Groom Dresses for 2025

Mother of the bride dresses with sleeves are a great idea for any season. Sometimes we need sleeves, especially at an all day wedding. Sleeves provide protection from the sun, extra coverage, and enhance the shape of a dress. From short sleeves to long sleeves and all the ¾ sleeve mother of the bride dresses in between, we have plenty of options for you to consider.

Long Sleeve Lace Mother of the Bride Dress

Jade Couture K258076 Mothers Dress 

The challenging part of buying a dress with sleeves is finding the right balance between modesty and flattery. Consider a dress that shows a small amount of skin, like a dress that has open shoulders or semi-sheer lace sleeves. With a dress like this you can highlight your neckline and still have your chest and arms covered.

Elegant Mother of the Bride Dress With ¾ Angel Sleeves

Jade Couture K248024 Mothers Dress 

An interesting sleeve enhances the shape of a mother of the bride dress. A bell sleeve or an angel sleeve will create an ethereal look as you float down the aisle at your daughter or son’s wedding. We especially love the addition of a v neckline and a hand-beaded belt on this ultra-flattering dress.

Navy Blue Mother’s Dress with Long Sheer Sleeves

Adrianna Papell 40399 Mothers Dress

A dress with beading is not only stunning but also unique. This long sleeve mother of the bride dress is full of attention to detail with artistic asymmetrical beading along the entire gown. The beading looks especially gorgeous on the sheer long sleeves.

Beaded Mother of the Bride Dress with Flutter Sleeves

Adrianna Papell Platinum 40436 Mothers Dress 

A flutter sleeve is all you need for a dreamy wedding day look. The beading on this dress trickles down the skirt mimicking the way the scalloped sleeves flow down your arms. Flutter sleeves provide a bit of coverage and style on your dress without needing to feel constricted by full sleeves.

V-Neck A Line Mother’s Dress with ¾ Length Sleeves

Jade Couture K218008 Mothers Dress 

You can have the best of both worlds with an intricate lace bodice and a sleek satin face chiffon skirt. This dress also features a v-neck and a high back in case you want to flatter your chest while still maintaining modesty.

Tea Length Mother of the Bride Dress with Sleeves

Jade J225062 Mothers Dress 

One important factor to consider while you shop for your dress is whether or not you can dance comfortably in it. Especially if you’re the mother of the groom, you’ll want a dress that is easy to move in for your mother-son dance. This dress features a bouncy dance skirt with stretch lace fabric for easy mobility with style.

Modest Mother of the Groom Dress with V Neck & Tunic Cape

Jade Couture K258067 Mothers Dress 

Modesty will never go out of style and can always be done in an elegant way. You can find a dress that flatters your figure and pair it with a classic cape. This dress is head to toe chiffon with a slit accent but has a built in sheer cape for coverage.

Sequin Mother of the Groom Dress with ¾ Sleeves & V-Neckline

Jade Couture K248070 Mothers Dress 

You will really feel like a person of honor at your son or daughter’s wedding with a sparkly gown. Head to toe sequins will help you stand out even in an understated and classic color like navy or black. These sleeves are made with a subtle puff design for style but also allow you to move your arms freely.

V-Neck Mother of the Bride Dress with Cowl Draped Sleeves

Jade Couture K248007 Mothers Dress 

If you only want a small touch of sparkle, try something with a few rhinestones. This dress is flattering because of the way it’s gathered asymmetrically at the waist. The rhinestones were meticulously placed to follow the shape of the dress.

Mother of the Bride Dress with Off-the-Shoulder Sleeves

MGNY 73123 Mothers Dress 

Off the shoulder sleeves allow you to feel more covered than a strapless gown while still accentuating your chest and shoulders. A mother of the bride dress with off-the-shoulder sleeves is sexy and sophisticated.

More Mother of the Bride & Groom Dress Styles We’re Loving

Still trying to find the perfect dress? Below are a few more of our favorite mother of the bride dresses with sleeves. Consider what features you’re looking for in a gown whether it’s a specific color, type of sleeve, or silhouette. 

Champagne Mother of the Bride Dress With Sleeves

Jade J195002 Mothers Dress

Nothing says celebration like champagne and a gorgeous gown to match. This light champagne mother of the bride dress features gorgeous beading, silky chiffon fabric, and delicate ruching. Plus, it has a removable sheer cape for extra coverage and style.

Cap Sleeve Mother of the Bride Dress

Christina Wu 17928 Mothers Dress

Incredibly intricate beading and loose cap sleeves come together to create this classic vintage style mother of the bride dress. You’ll feel like you walked into a ball in the roaring 20s in this sheath silhouette gown. 

Black Mother of the Bride Dress With Sleeves

Jade J195014 Mothers Dress

Black is flattering, comfortable, and difficult to stain. Choosing a black mother of the bride dress will help you feel confident all day long at your son or daughter’s wedding. This dress features stunning black lace sleeves with sequins for a touch of sparkle!

Satin Long Sleeve Mother of the Bride Dress

Kennedy Blue Tilda Mothers Dress

Long sleeves, comfort, and elegance come together in this all-over satin gown. This loose and flowy long sleeve mother of the bride dress is floor length with a flattering slit and moderate v-neckline. The satin fabric is lightweight and has a soft sheen that will look great in wedding photos.

Short Sleeve Mother of the Bride Dress

Jade J215001 Mothers Dress

Sometimes short sleeves are all you need to complete your wedding day look. This dress is covered in dreamy and elegant net fabric. The bodice is fitted for structure while the skirt is flowy for plenty of movement.

Timeless Elegance: Choose the Perfect Mother of the Bride Dress

The perfect mother of the bride dress is different for everyone. What styles look best on you? What fabrics are you comfortable wearing? What color will flatter you most in pictures? Try a few different dresses on to get an idea of what you’re looking for -- and when in doubt, ask the bride her opinion!

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