plus size sage green dress Chiffon Half Sleeve V-Neck garden gatherings Aureia Plus Size Women's Sage

Or, if brighter colors aren't your thing, an A-line navy blue Ellie Wilde short mother-of-the-bride dress with a v-neck and cap sleeve

The May issue of ELLE UK is out on newsstands on April 3

A gown with a fitted waist and flowing skirt works beautifully for black-tie weddings, while a sleek midi with a structured neckline is playful but still appropriate for more relaxed occasions

View A & B can be made from plain white fabric and worn strictly as underwear, or they can be made from solid colored silks or elaborately embroidered white cotton and worn under sheer muslin dresses.

They can instantly elevate any dress, making them a must-have part of your classic capsule wardrobe