Statement to puffy: Sleeves are the latest wedding dress trend you'll want to wear next year

2020 Wedding Trend: Sleeved Wedding Dresses

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Sweetheart bustiers are bridal classics, and then of course, there's the rise of the minimalist halter gown (thanks to the Meghan Markle effect). But there's another hot trend that's finding its place on almost Fall 2020 bridal runway - wedding dresses with sleeves. And not just Kate Middleton-inspired lace sleeves. A myriad of sleeve styles from bridal houses are spicing up the mix and absolutely stealing the show.

From puffed sleeves that are reminiscent of the '80s to the ever classic lace, here are some of the best covered-up wedding looks we adore right now.

Lace Sleeves

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To no one's surprise, the classic lace sleeve is still a hot wedding favourite, adding a touch of elegance and femininity to any gown. Brought to the limelight by Princess Grace of Monaco and subsequently, the Duchess of Cambridge, designers are parading out various iterations of the look.

Peter Langner caters to the classic bride with lace sleeves paired with a satin fit-and-flare, then switches it up with another minimalist structured sheath juxataposed with eye-catching lace sleeves for contemporary brides-to-be.

Inbal Dror offers a sexy option with sheer lace and a plunging neckline, while Costarellos goes for a seemingly off-shoulder look with an illusion neckline.

Photo: Peter Langner 2020 Bridal

Lace Sleeves

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Photo: Peter Langner 2020 Bridal

Lace Sleeves

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Photo: Inbal Dror 2020 Bridal

Lace Sleeves

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Photo: Costarellos 2020 Bridal

19th Century Revival

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The vintage bridal trend isn't quite dead and is in fact one of the biggest fashion and bridal trends this year (perhaps thanks to the release of the adaptation of Little Women this year).

From the prairie dress of the early 19th century and other Victorian influences, including voluminous sleeves, bridal labels from Costarellos to Elizabeth Fillmore, and Odylyne The Ceremony have championed the nostalgic look with modern spins.

Photo: Costarellos 2020 Bridal

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19th Century Revival

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Photo: Odylyne The Ceremony/Instagram

19th Century Revival

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Photo: Lili Hod/Instagram

19th Century Revival

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Photo: Costarellos

Off-shoulders Meet Statement Sleeves

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Off-shoulder wedding dresses have turned from trend to staple but bridal houses now favour them with statement sleeves that garner plenty of attention.

Alon Livne took an avant-garde approach with a cloud of tiered ruffles that cascade and end at the wrists, while Leah Da Gloria presents a romantic and sultry bohemian approach with 3D floral appliques.

Photo: Alon Livné White/Instagram

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Off-shoulders Meet Statement Sleeves

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Photo: Leah Da Gloria

Puff Sleeves

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Another variant of the off-shoulder-meets-statement-sleeve look: poofy, voluminous sleeves. 

This Victorian classic has been remade time and again with modern updates. If you are afraid of being overwhelmed by the billowing fabrics, look for a dress that pares down the big sleeves with a slim bodice.

Photo: Rime Arodaky 2020 Bridal

 

Puff Sleeves

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Photo: Petra Lee Grebenau Fall 2020 Bridal

 

Puff Sleeves

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Photo: Monique Lhuilier/Instagram

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Puff Sleeves

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Photo: Monique Lhuilier/Instagram

Embellished Sleeves

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From glittering beading and embroidery to appliques, feathers and embroidered words, designers are dressing up minimalist bridal gowns this fall with embellished, decorative sleeves that have stolen the spotlight and our hearts.

Photo: Costarellos

 

Embellished Sleeves

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Photo: Anna Campbell Bridal/Instagram

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Embellished Sleeves

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Photo: Viktor And Rolf Mariage/Instagram

Embellished Sleeves

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Photo: Sahroo/Instagram

Embellished Sleeves

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Photo: Vera Wang/Instagram

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Detachable Sleeves

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It was all about detachable overskirts for the last few seasons and bridal brands are riding on the wave with interesting sleeves that can be removed. 

If you've already found a sleeveless gown you love but would like to switch it up for the ceremony and reception, this is one unique trend to consider embracing.

Photo: Pallas Couture/Instagram

Detachable sleeves

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Photo: Yaniv Persy/Instagram

Detachable Sleeves

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Photo: Monica Byrne

Short Sleeves

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There's something effortlessly modern about wedding dresses with short sleeves - and they're perfect for brides after something different amidst a sea of strapless gowns or a sleeved big day look that can still keep you cool in our humid heat.

Rime Arodaky goes for casual cool with T-shirt silhouette as well as a draped, relaxed look that evokes resort chic, while Monique Lhuillier and Odylyne The Ceremony turn up the romance and whimsy with fluttery sleeves.

Photo: Rime Arodaky

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Short Sleeves

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Photo: Rime Arodaky

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Short Sleeves

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Photo: Monique Lhuilier/Instagram