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There’s two types of people in this world: those that love a long sleeve and those who prefer to go completely strapless. If you’re in the former camp, this is the place for you. Whether you’re a fan of the royal lace sleeve (otherwise known as the Kate Middleton special) or crave a billowy puff sleeve decked out in pearls and feathers, we’re sure you’ll find ‘the one’ with our edit of the best long sleeve wedding dresses.
The Country & Town House Responsible Buyers’ Guide
As always, keep the planet in mind when shopping. When it comes to finding the perfect wedding dress, your options include shopping consciously at responsible retailers and trying rental and resale sites. We also have a handy guide to finding the perfect vintage wedding dress, so you can shop secondhand in style.
Luna Crepe Wedding Dress in Ivory, £495, ghost.co.uk
Perfect for the anti-frill contingent, Ghost London specialises in elegant designs with a timeless quality. The Luna, with its loose puff sleeves and swooping skirts, keeps all the drama in the back with a large cut-out.
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Wedding Dress With Cape (Size UK 14), rent from £662, byrotation.com
Not a fan of big embellishment? The winning details from this Jesus Peiro gown lie in the silhouette created by its dramatic shoulders and sleeves – the stars of the show (aside from the bride, of course).
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Rhea Gown, £POA, viviennewestwood.com
From punk icon Vivienne Westwood, the Rhea is a fuller take on the column silhouette – meaning you get to allude to the sexy outline of your figure while keeping a full skirt.
White Dress (Size UK 10), rent from ÂŁ1,185, byrotation.com
What. An. Entrance. The perfect dress for glamorous brides craving a statement piece like no other, this design from Milla Nova will turn heads in the best way possible.
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Off The Shoulder Feather Trim Long Sleeve Gown, £‌6,900, moniquelhuillier.com
Steer away from tradition with this feather-trimmed dress from Monique Lhuillier, which comes with a sexy slit in the skirt and long bell sleeves.
Luisa Dress, £POA, emiliawickstead.com
Want to emulate a royal wedding look? A favourite of the Princess of Wales and Meghan Markle, Emilia Wickstead creates ultra-elegant dresses with lots of character. The perfect pick if you’re after a statement gown.
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Eileen Mini Dress (Size UK 8), rent from ÂŁ307.05 or buy secondhand for ÂŁ3,485, hurrcollective.com
Fun and flirty, this mini dress from Christie Nicole keeps all of the party at the top: puff sleeves, pearl beads and a sheer slip make this a great option for the laid-back bride.
Coco Dress, ÂŁ5,800, halfpennylondon.com (available from the end of February 2023)
The home of wedding dress dreams, Halfpenny London has a gorgeous range of dresses, separates and accessories in romantic styles. The Coco dress in particular is the perfect blend of dreamy sophistication.
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La Lune Balloon Sleeve Dress (Multiple Sizes), rent from £96.94, hurrcollective.com
Destination wedding on the cards? Opt for this airy, puff sleeve number from Shona Joy (available to rent on HURR), which features a cheeky cut-out on the back and trailing skirt.
Silk Jacquard Dress, £895, rixolondon.com
This vintage-inspired gown is perfect for small ceremonies in the city, or even as a reception outfit for later in the evening. This is a piece with oodles of old-school glamour, ideal for partying the night away…
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Featured image: Halfpenny London
