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Long-sleeve wedding dresses have an undeniable element of elegance that’s perfect for any bride. Remember Kate Middleton’s satin Alexander McQueen gown, anchored with lace sleeves? Or how about Hailey Bieber’s off-the-shoulder design by the late Virgil Abloh of Off-White? So romantic and stunning. Or Meghan Markle’s lesson in minimalism by Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy? Utterly timeless. A quick scroll through Vogue’s recent wedding coverage unearths a collection of these gowns, from the likes of Géraldine Guyot, Giorgia Gabriele, and Paola Fendi. Clearly, it’s a favorite silhouette for numerous celebrities and Vogue brides alike—so why not go this route for your own nuptials? After all, winter weddings are just around the corner.
The Best Long-Sleeve Wedding Dresses, According to Vogue:
Why opt for sleeves? While additional fabric certainly gives any dress a sophisticated spin—perfect for a demure moment or more traditional ceremony—it’s also more room to play with materials and texture. Go beyond lace: We found voluminous tulle ball gowns and gossamer mesh sleeves in versatile designs befitting every personality and ceremony type. For a breezier approach, lean into your bohemian side with wide bell sleeves and caftan-like shapes. Whether you’re planning intimate courthouse nuptials or a destination wedding at the beach, rest assured that you’ll look perfectly polished in a lovely long-sleeve wedding dress.
Ahead, discover 37 options to wear on your wedding day—from the ceremony to the reception, we have you (figuratively, literally) covered.
Ceremony Dresses
The bridal ceremony dress is generally traditional—but exactly what that means is up to interpretation, depending on your culture, your venue, and your taste. Our long sleeve wedding gown edit includes for every sort of wedding, from a courthouse to a church to a synagogue and beyond, from names like Danielle Frankel, Ralph Lauren, Markarian, and Oscar de la Renta. Choose between corset bodices and fit-and-flare a-line numbers; as long as it feels right for you, you can’t go wrong.
Reception Dresses
If the bridal gown holds a place of particular high esteem, the reception dress is its fun counterpart you throw on to dance the night away. While both dresses should reflect your personal style, this is where you can be a bit more uninhibited: Are you an Alaia fashion girl? More Audrey-Hepburn minded à la high neck and sheath styles? A magpie with an eye for sequins? Shop long sleeve dresses to wear everywhere from poolside fetes to rooftop affairs to ballroom galas, here.
