Let's not dwell on the silhouette or the neckline for the moment, and focus on the sleeves. It's one of the easiest ways to make a gown more 'you' while also ensuring it smacks of modern and uber fashionable panache. Yes, ladies - statement sleeves are causing quite the stir, so prepare to fall for the latest lust-have styles.
Statement sleeves are all about volume, with puff, bell and especially balloon sleeves stealing the spotlight. It's something of a regency-inspired affair featuring long poet styles, short and pleated, and detachable sleeves in organza and tulle. Anything light-as-air or barely there (such as dotted or illusion tulle) fits the bill, while starched and more sculptural styles are also making a resurgence.
While you may have scoffed at Princess Diana's ruffle and taffeta bow-trimmed puffed sleeves in the past, today they are very much en vogue - especially oversized and off-the-shoulder. Alternatively, demure cap sleeves allow brides to hint toward the trend in a more minimalist way.
Lace remains a perennial favourite, finding form with the ultra romantic likes of flocked, crochet, vintage and floral, with added embellishment through hand stitched pearls, 3D petals, and crystal embroidery.
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Lillian West, Elaine Rawlings Bridal Boutique
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Wendy Makin, The Bridal Studio Helston
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Madi Lane, The Bridal Studio Helston
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Wilderly Bride, The Bridal Studio Helston
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Madi Lane, The Bridal Studio Helston
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Pronovias, The Bridal Studio Helston
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Watters, St Ives Bridal Boutique
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Watters, St Ives Bridal Boutique
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Rebecca Ingram, Bliss Bridal Gowns
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