It seems that the trend for strapless wedding dresses is slowly leaving us, opening up the bridal industry to a whole range of possibilities for dresses with sleeves. I love to make sleeved wedding dresses, so today I've rounded up some of my favourite sleeve designs from my inspiration collection.
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Petal Sleeves
One of my favourite options for a subtle wedding sleeve, this is a delicate alternative to cap sleeves. It covers your shoulders and the tops of your arms and adds a sweet detail to a simple wedding bodice. You could cover it with lace or combine with a scallop hem for more detail, or keep it simple like the Billie Separates.
See the Billie Separates or the Demelza dress
2. Poet sleeves
With a slightly 70's Victorian vibe, these sleeves are a bold, fashionable choice. Super sheer silk organza keeps them feeling pretty and bridal, with the pearl button detailed cuff. I love these sleeves for a spring bride, they keep just a hint of the cold off.
3. cape sleeves
These cape sleeves are a dainty addition to the Maymie wedding dress. It's a style you don't see often in mainstream fashion, so it's a definite must-try. The shape narrows your shoulders and hides the tops of your arms (which lots of brides are conscious of). The hem of this lace sleeve is hand pieced to create a soft edge.
4. Elbow length sleeves
These sleeves balance out the fullness of the skirt and are a modest way of covering your shoulders on your wedding day. I love this length sleeve, it's flattering and easy to wear. Choose fine soft silks in summer or thicker fabric in colder months.
See the Elin and Posy wedding dresses
See my Pinterest board full of wedding dresses with sleeves.
