voile cotton dresses Ruched Maxi Dress and a banded hem J.Crew Women's Smocked maxi dress

The dress boasts a well-structured bodice with built-in pads and boning, designed to flatter your form

Size range: XS3X Meshki Holly Dress Thanks to its arched sweetheart neckline and dramatic V-shaped waistline, the bodice of this dress has a unique heart-shaped look to it (which is certainly fitting considering we have major heart-eyes for it)

Made for PAC Fall 2009

If your item does not fit, you can return it for a credit note for the full amount paid, minus the amount paid for postage and minus a $25 administration fee

But before you begin your search (which usually happens six to eight months before the wedding), brush up on mother-of-the-bride attire etiquette

Add some tights or knee-high socks to add some layers against the winter chill as you make your way to the cocktail function