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Today we’re going to talk about one of our favorite looks: the classic elegance of vintage style long sleeve wedding gowns. One of the best things about planning a wedding in modern times: the choices. So many choices! OK, so this can also be an overwhelming aspect of the planning process, and can at times seem like it may break you…
But! But: being able to pick your style, your vows, your venue, and the aesthetic of your wedding is something some modern brides might almost take for granted. For a long time, you didn’t get to choose the style of your wedding dress: there was one style, and that was it. Variations within, of course, but the selection in a bridal shop in 1985 was certainly a lot more uniform than the selection today.
Which brings us to today’s collection of some of our favorite vintage style long sleeve wedding gowns (alright, some elegant 3/4 sleeve wedding dresses as well). Choices! No strapless, sweetheart necklines here: these wedding gowns are classic, lovely, and besleeved. We’ve included a few from earlier collections, as well as some recent designs currently available online. Take a look!
Spring has sprung, summer is just around the corner, and we wanted to make sure you didn’t miss the new 1920s inspired wedding gowns in BHLDN‘s summer collection, because there are some true stunners… I absolutely adore that image, from their Summer lookbook. Also… if someone has the guts to do it (and the ability/willingness …
Good morning! (or afternoon, or evening, depending on your placement on the globe). Today we’ve got a lovely selection of art deco wedding gowns by Peter Langner to show you. I saw this editorial shoot from an old issue of Martha Stewart Weddings and was immediately floored… Peter Langner ‘Xantia Due’ Gown, Image via Martha …
It’s impossible to understand why on Earth we haven’t done a post featuring one of our favorite art deco-inspired wedding dress designers, Alice Temperley and Temperley London, but it seems that we have not. But it’s always wow all around when we spot an art deco Temperley London gown… (image via Brides.com) So how could …
Take a look at these breathtakingly beautiful 1920s style wedding gowns from designer YolanCris! All beads and lace and elegance, these dresses are the perfect inspiration pieces for a 1920’s themed wedding. The name of the collection is “Revival Vintage“, which is an absolutely perfect moniker: these are retro without being fussy (check out the …
Vintage Style Long Sleeve Wedding Gowns
This post includes one or more affiliate links. If you purchase something after clicking through, we may receive a small commission from the designer, retailer or shop (thanks!) More info here.

Today we’re going to talk about one of our favorite looks: the classic elegance of vintage style long sleeve wedding gowns. One of the best things about planning a wedding in modern times: the choices. So many choices! OK, so this can also be an overwhelming aspect of the planning process, and can at times seem like it may break you…
But! But: being able to pick your style, your vows, your venue, and the aesthetic of your wedding is something some modern brides might almost take for granted. For a long time, you didn’t get to choose the style of your wedding dress: there was one style, and that was it. Variations within, of course, but the selection in a bridal shop in 1985 was certainly a lot more uniform than the selection today.
Which brings us to today’s collection of some of our favorite vintage style long sleeve wedding gowns (alright, some elegant 3/4 sleeve wedding dresses as well). Choices! No strapless, sweetheart necklines here: these wedding gowns are classic, lovely, and besleeved. We’ve included a few from earlier collections, as well as some recent designs currently available online. Take a look!
Long sleeve lace wedding gown, Jeneva from BHLDN.
Long sleeve art deco wedding gown, from Alon Livne.
Flutter sleeve 1920s wedding gown, from Terani Couture.
Flutter sleeve 1920s wedding gown, from Alon Livne.
Long sleeved art deco wedding gown, Nova from BHLDN.
Art deco gown from Berta.
Long sleeved art deco gown from BHLDN.
1920s inspired fringe flapper wedding dress, from Unique Vintage.
Lace long sleeve wedding dress from BHLDN.
Long sleeve art deco wedding gown from designer Isabel Zapardiez.
Elegant long sleeve ivory and gold wedding gown, from Terani Couture.
Art deco gown from Berta.
The Serena gown from BHLDN.
Don’t forget: We’ve got lots more vintage wedding gowns to browse in our Deco Shop, so come take a look!
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