These new-season short gowns are the perfect option for destination and city brides who want to show off their elegant heels
We love the revival of short wedding gowns, appearing in many more designer collections this season. Perfect for city brides and anyone who loves to show off their elegant wedding heels, you can opt for elegant ballerina and calf lengths or be bold with minis and bodycon shapes.
1. Suzanne Neville – Hi-lo glamour
Orwell pairs a simple fitted bodice with elbow-length sleeves to a frothy flower-trimmed skirt. Knee length at the front and descending to a train, it’s a great choice for a chic city wedding. suzanneneville.com
2. Catherine Deane – Ballerina chic
Camilla from Catherine Deane is a classic ballerina-style design, with fitted satin bodice and romantic tulle skirt. An elegant choice for day-to-evening weddings, it’s also easy to accessorise with a cashmere cardigan or wrap. catherinedeane.co.uk
3. Olvi’s – Lace luxe
This off-the-shoulder form-fitting dress features fine lace on bodice and fitted sleeves and a scalloped hem. Like all of Olvi’s gowns, this is made of fine French lace with added stretch and is a great uncrushable option for destination brides. Stockists include BOA Boutique. boa-boutique.co.uk
4. Claire Pettibone – Flower finery
Perfect for brides who want a short length with an ethereal twist, Claire Pettibone’s Sahara combines a form-fitting mini with romantic floral lace overlayer. Stockists include Blackburn Bridal. blackburnbridal.co.uk
5. Muscat Bridal – Smart separates
Relaxed separates are perfect for a destination or high-summer bride, offering scope to alter your look throughout the wedding celebration. Kevin Muscat offers lots of great options and we love this Audrey crossover top combined with the Poppy tea-length skirt. muscatbridal.com
6. Lyn Ashworth – Refined edge
Hamstall, from Lyn Ashworth’s new collection, shows that shorter lengths can be appropriate for more formal styles of celebration. Simple and refined, it combines a silk slip with fine lace overlayer. We love the on-trend high neck and flattering soft cap sleeves. lynashworth.co.uk
7. Naeem Khan – Cool bride
An edgy cold-shoulder mini with an early 1980s vibe, Waverley features crystal embellishment. UK stockist of Naeem Khan is The Wedding Club. thewedding-club.co.uk
8. Berta Muse – Sleek dressing
This sleek mini with long sleeves and fitted split-front skirt features Berta’s signature fine lace and intricate embellishment, plus a fabulous detachable train. thewedding-club.co.uk
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