Wedding Dress Coverups

The newest trend in fashion are wedding dress coverups. From sleeves, jackets, shoulder straps, and more, dress cover ups let you add your own style to your strapless wedding dresses.

Ball Gown Wedding Dress Options

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When Would I Want Extra Length on my Wedding Gown

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Caffe Swimsuit Fashion Show

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Transcript

Host: If you’re planning a very traditional religious wedding where bareness isn’t an option or perhaps a wedding on a cool autumn evening where you need some added warmth a dress with some cover is the way to go. You can look appropriate and not have to sacrifice your fashion flare. Practically, every designer now offers some styles with the allure of the mirror from shoulder straps, sleeves and higher neckline to jackets and even pants. But for many of you covering up is all about making a statement that’s uniquely your own. But being different can also mean being feminine and romantic. Monique Lhuillier: There’s so much strapless out there and it’s always nice to give some option. Host: Reinvented the covered look with her gantlet-like sleeves that cover up the arms but leaves the shoulders completely bare. This is a fabulous option for the bride planning a winter wedding with just the right amount of bareness and a flash of skin that’s vintage inspired yet totally modern. Inspired by the looks of 1930s Jenny Packham’s collection features glamorous gowns with short sleeves and high necklines with the slim silhouettes giving these covered up looks a sensual flare. Jenny Packham: To me the 30s were the most fabulous time. They are very indulgent, the beautiful fabrics all kind of—I think it has maintained its elegance. Host: If you're standing by as a bride to go strapless but love the covered up look too not to worry. You can have it both ways with a knockout ensemble that features a jacket like the boleros. Monique Lhuillier: There’s something nice about being covered for the ceremony and then adding more drama for the reception. Host: True to form fashion icon Carolina Herrera features several drop dead gorgeous scene stealers with period pieces including over the top topers. Jackets, vest and hats inspired by equestrian styles add cover and it air regality to this sophisticated gowns. Carolina Herrera: The vest is exactly like the riding vest and there is a riding jacket also with the hat. It was all about riding in the countryside and all that. Host: But for the bride who is all business Jim Helm offers your best bet—a sensational ivory silk charmeuse jumpsuit with a long romantic lace jacket. Even if you can’t see yourself wearing pants to your wedding you can’t go wrong changing into these look for the after party following the reception or to make your dramatic getaway by motorcycle or helicopter perhaps. Whatever your look being covered up has never been more revealing. You can show off your styles savvy and still leave them wanting more.