6 Wedding Dress Sleeve Styles All Brides Need to Know
If you're thinking about donning a wedding dress with sleeves, just browse through these favorites that are hot off the runway.
There's no denying that wedding dresses with sleeves are the new sensation. From intricate lace detailing to flared fabric (like Joanna August's wedding dress pictured above), sleeves were seen in almost every collection from bridal fashion week. We also saw a variety of different sleeves, from the Victorian-inspired bishop sleeve to the modern illusion lace, these styles enhanced a wide collection of designs and were oh-so swoon-worthy.
Here are the top wedding dress sleeve styles that are perfect for any occasion.
Off-the-shoulder
A romantic or ethereal choice, off-the-shoulder wedding dress sleeves have been the “it” style for brides-to-be. The sleeve appears to drape off of the shoulder, which lets you expose skin in a sexy, but chic way.
Dress: Eve of Milady
Dress: Galia Lahav
Dress by Morilee by Madeline Gardner
Flutter Sleeves
The sleeves have a ruffled affect or the fabric falls in folds over the upper arm. It's perfect for brides wanting a feminine or whimsical wedding-day look.
Dress by Willowby by Watters
Dress by Monique Lhuillier
Dress by BHLDN
Bell Sleeves
A full sleeve that opens at the cuff providing a bit of drama to the arm. The flared sleeve creates a fullness that is both flattering and wow-worthy.
Dress: Joanna August
Dress: Catherine Kowalski
Dress: Mark Zunino
Cap Sleeves
A very short wedding dress sleeve that hangs from the shoulder but has no fabric under the arm. It gives dresses a sweet and feminine touch.
Dress by Amsale
Dress by Enaura
Dress by Caroline Castigliano
Illusion Lace
This wedding dress sleeve option works best for bride's wanting more coverage, but in a sexy way. The illusion lace detailing covers the entire arm, starting from the shoulder all the way down to the wrist.
Dress: Morilee by Madeline Gardner
Dress by Enaura
Dress by Monique Lhuillier
Bishop Sleeves
A classic sleeve style, bishop sleeves are full at the top and then cuffed at the wrist.
Dress: Calla Blanche
Dress: Theia
Dress: Ines Di Santo