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Timeless, classic and elegant pleated dress

This black leather strapless mini dress features a sleek bodycon fit with a structured flap neckline and a modern cutout waist that wraps into a striking open back

You may also want to avoid navy blue for weddings where they have requested a colorful dress code, or hot summer days when a full-length blue gown might be too warm

And, as my pal Amelia recently put it, there's nothing like wearing a sweater on the beach for feeling like you've been swept up into a swoony Nicholas Sparks novel

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Many mothers searching for Mother of the Bride beach wedding attire are trying to find this exact balance, tasteful coverage that still feels breathable and not overly formal for the setting