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Gowns for Mom

Sophisticated and elegant, these new mother-of-the-bride (and groom) styles exude timeless appeal.

	Iridescent deep-blue shimmer taffeta dress, accented with a black lace bodice and jeweled belt, about $460, and jacket, about $110, both by Enzoani Love Collection.		Pleated silk satin sheath with sheer beaded jacket, about $2,750, by Ysa Makino.
Mock two-piece dress with draped strapless bodice, beaded lace skirt and matching bolero, about $415, by Caterina Collection by Jordan Fashions.		Chocolate-hued satin halter dress with draped bodice and matching jacket, about $159, by Private Label Occasion.
	Taffeta A-line dress with ruffled V-neck and three-quarter-length sleeves, about $350, by Forever Yours.		Silk dupioni two-piece ensemble with A-line skirt and wraparound jacket, about $410, by Watters Collection 20.