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  3. Gorgeous Cap Sleeve Wedding Dresses

Gorgeous Cap Sleeve Wedding Dresses

By Emily Thomas
December 19, 2013
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Not all wedding gowns are strapless! We love these feminine cap sleeve styles for every season and aesthetic.
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Beaded Sleeve Gown

Beaded Sleeve Gown
Credit: Photo: Magnolia Pair

Pink and white peonies are set off beautifully by pale pink silk ribbon.

Designer: Reem Acra

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Lace Sleeve Gown

Lace Sleeve Gown
Credit: Photo: Rebekah Hoyt

Vintage lovers, rejoice! This lace-capped beauty is the gown you’ve been looking for.

Designer: Maggie Sottero

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Modern Lace Gown

Modern Lace Gown
Credit: Photo: Rachel Moore

Love the look of lace but looking for something more modern? We love the crisp cut-out style of this gown.

Designer: BHLDN

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Simple and Structural Gown

Simple and Structural Gown
Credit: Photo: Julia Wade

Fluted cap sleeves are a soft counterpoint to this elegant sheath gown.

Designer: Suzanne Neville

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Vintage Beauty with Sleeves

Vintage Beauty with Sleeves
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An illusion back and detailed sleeves add charm to this vintage gown.

Designer: Many designers carry vintage-inspired gowns for a similar look.

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Tiered Sleeve Gown

Tiered Sleeve Gown
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Feminine brides will love the tiered organza sleeves of this gown.

Designer: Claire Pettibone

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Low Back Gown

Low Back Gown
Credit: Photo: Abby Jiu

A scalloped back, sweet bow, and delicate lace sleeves complete this ladylike gown.

Designer: Liancarlo

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Off-the-Shoulder Gown

Off-the-Shoulder Gown
Credit: Photo: Erika Delgado

Lace trim and sleeves turn this form-fitting gown romantic.

Designer: Romona Keveza

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V-Neck Lace Gown

V-Neck Lace Gown
Credit: Photo: Candace Nelson

This bride fell in love with her gown because it reminded her of the style her grandmother wore—it’s the perfect mix of vintage and modern!

Designer: Watters

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Tulle Sleeve Gown

Tulle Sleeve Gown
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A twist-front bodice, ethereal sleeves, and faintest blush hue make this gown a showstopper.

Designer: Reem Acra

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