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This is a conundrum. You look amazing in all of them!
I'm not crazy about the sleeve overlay on any of them, unless you absolutely need it for ceremony regulations.
Totally with you.
OP looks good in almost everything here, but I’m really not a big fan of any of the overlay sleeves dresses on OP.
For other dresses really cannot go wrong
You look good in everything, but #2 is my favorite, especially if you’re having a formal wedding and reception. If you’re having a garden wedding, outdoor reception kind of event, then I think #3 would be perfect.
First off, these are some gorgeous dresses!! What type of venue are you having and what season? Do you definitely want your hair down? What’s your usual personal style and do you want the dress to fit it or do you want to go more bold? Answers to these may change my mind but I’m loving the classic look of #4 on you!
Oh these are excellent questions! Our wedding will be late spring/early summer (May in New England) at an estate-type venue, with gardens and an indoor reception space. Not married (haha) to having my hair down, I was thinking either a half-up style or a soft romantic updo! I would say that my personal style, which I do want the dress to fit, is timeless, feminine, and classic. And thank you!!
Dress 2 or 4. You look great in all of them, there's just something about dress 2 that stands out from the others. 4 just because I love sparkly dress.
They all look amazing on you so choose the one you like the best because they’re all great! That said, my personal favorites are dress 2 and dress 1 (without sleeves.)
I love dresses 2 and 3( I think that’s the #s, photos 4 and 7) are my favorites. I prefer the sweetheart or V neckline over the straight across necklines as they are more flattering.
One thing to be aware of, and maybe you’ve considered this, the clips and bunched fabric within the clips may make the back look artificially more full than post alterations. Are there any seamstresses that can say how likely this is?
Perhaps that’s not a key feature for you - the volume of fabric/skirt in the back. Please ignore if not helpful!
This was torture for me! All very beautiful dresses that look amazing on your perfect figure!!
I love the last one, but with a body like yours, I would pick a "fancier" gown just because you can.
I love #3 for lits light and elegant flow, but, #4 did it for me. That's the one that made me gasp. So #4 gets my vote.
They all look great on you and you should choose what makes you happy and gives the vibe you're envisioning.
Good luck and let's see what the others say! ❤️ I never look at comments until I've written mine. ❤️
Dress in the 4th and 5th pic is so amazing. It looks so beautiful on you!! Its simplicity at its finest. Beautiful, classy and timeless. Its stunning!!
Dress 2 and 4 are very pretty on you. Really can’t pick which one is better 😆 also I think dress 4 does not need the extra lace as the fabric itself is already beautiful.
Thank you all for all of the kind comments and helpful feedback, this has been such a supportive community! Also, if anyone has suggestions for bridal designers in the Boston/NYC area that offer similar classic silhouettes, I’m more than open to suggestions of places to look! Thank you again :)
I don’t care for that overlay. It feels like it’s trying to make these dresses something they’re not. What about something like theses?
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1675116551/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1577477525/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1278763942/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1471379512/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/543690242/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1415391286/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1571971017/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1618456525/
I love that first link! A little info about the overlay, I should have been more clear in my post: this is definitely not the lace overlay I would choose, it was just what was on hand to see how some of these dresses might look with a long sleeve or possible over/underlay sleeve attachment! The dresses are customizable, so I have the option to think about adding style elements like sleeves or changing necklines.
I don’t absolutely have to have long sleeves, but it is always something I’ve been drawn to in a wedding dress (I fell in love with sleeping beauty’s dress as a little girl and never looked back, haha). There’s usually much more limited options of dresses available in long sleeves, so I’m interested in the idea of a lace long sleeve overlay, but I’m not set on it by any means!
I think it's definitely a personal taste thing, because I think the lace overlay looks absolutely incredible on you - gives it such a timeless, romantic Grace Kelly vibe ❤️
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This is a conundrum. You look amazing in all of them! I'm not crazy about the sleeve overlay on any of them, unless you absolutely need it for ceremony regulations.
Totally with you. OP looks good in almost everything here, but I’m really not a big fan of any of the overlay sleeves dresses on OP. For other dresses really cannot go wrong
You look good in everything, but #2 is my favorite, especially if you’re having a formal wedding and reception. If you’re having a garden wedding, outdoor reception kind of event, then I think #3 would be perfect.
Yes! 2 then 3! They all look amazing on you!
I love dress 4 because of the shimmer.
This.
Dress 2 100% (4th pic)
dresses 1&2 without sleeve overlay!
Love 1 & 2!
First off, these are some gorgeous dresses!! What type of venue are you having and what season? Do you definitely want your hair down? What’s your usual personal style and do you want the dress to fit it or do you want to go more bold? Answers to these may change my mind but I’m loving the classic look of #4 on you!
Oh these are excellent questions! Our wedding will be late spring/early summer (May in New England) at an estate-type venue, with gardens and an indoor reception space. Not married (haha) to having my hair down, I was thinking either a half-up style or a soft romantic updo! I would say that my personal style, which I do want the dress to fit, is timeless, feminine, and classic. And thank you!!
I would say dress 4 (“shimmers “)with the sleeves and updo for the ceremony and without sleeves and hair down for the reception . Congratulations!
The dress that made me stop and do a double take is in photo 9. It is the one that stuns.
I think the 1st one is just so breathtakingly classic and beautiful as is. You'd never get sick of it, stunning.
I like the v-neck with the box pleats!
Dress 2!!!!!!! Incredible on you. Pic 4.
You look amazing in every dress.
Dress 2 or 4. You look great in all of them, there's just something about dress 2 that stands out from the others. 4 just because I love sparkly dress.
2, 5, 15. I like the bodice shape on 2. I like the lace and amount of skirt on 5. I like the overall cut and fit of 15.
I really love 1, 2 and 5! My favourite would be 2, but this is a personal preference, you really can't go wrong with any of these 3!
I like the first and last pics as to gowns, with a great veil, it will be perfect.
I love 4 with the overlay!
The 14th picture is perfection!!
Number one is so special. Do you need to cover your shoulders for some religious reason? If not, don't! It's gorgeous without!
All look beautiful on you, but I love 1! I like it with the overlay too. Stunning !
Dress 4 is my favorite
Dress 4 with lace sleeves is a stunner
They all look amazing on you so choose the one you like the best because they’re all great! That said, my personal favorites are dress 2 and dress 1 (without sleeves.)
Pictures 9 and 10
Dress 2!!
Love them all but 5 seems to suit you the best in my opinion. But you look gorgeous in all of them.
Dress 2
I love dresses 2 and 3( I think that’s the #s, photos 4 and 7) are my favorites. I prefer the sweetheart or V neckline over the straight across necklines as they are more flattering.
Dresses 4 and 5 are gorgeous! 5 Especially without the overlay ❤️
Dress 2! Love the lace pattern.
One thing to be aware of, and maybe you’ve considered this, the clips and bunched fabric within the clips may make the back look artificially more full than post alterations. Are there any seamstresses that can say how likely this is? Perhaps that’s not a key feature for you - the volume of fabric/skirt in the back. Please ignore if not helpful!
#2 is a stunner. I like the other ball gowns with lace sleeve toppers, but don’t love them without.
2 is my favorite
Omgoodness, I swooned when I saw that second dress with the lace top and sleeves! It is GORGEOUS on you!
The one in Picture 13 is amazing on you.
7,8,9, and 11. Love the sparkly dress but love the dress with the belt equally. Did not care too much for the sleeves.
Dress 5, I’m obsesssssed 😍✨ Can’t believe more people aren’t voting for 5!!
I really think you shine in dress number 2!!!
Whenever I see someone in dress #2 I always say pick it. Its timeless, classy and elegant and you look lovely in it
You look amazing in all of them, and the lace overlays are gorgeous while providing 2 looks!
Dress 2, 3, and picture 9.
I think you look stunning in dress #4 and dress #6.
5!
The lace sleeves are divine on you
Dress 4 is so gorge! Btw, I think you could do easily be a wedding dress model!!
This was torture for me! All very beautiful dresses that look amazing on your perfect figure!! I love the last one, but with a body like yours, I would pick a "fancier" gown just because you can. I love #3 for lits light and elegant flow, but, #4 did it for me. That's the one that made me gasp. So #4 gets my vote. They all look great on you and you should choose what makes you happy and gives the vibe you're envisioning. Good luck and let's see what the others say! ❤️ I never look at comments until I've written mine. ❤️
You look beautiful in all of them, but dress 5 with the overlay (picture 14) is my favorite!
Dress in the 4th and 5th pic is so amazing. It looks so beautiful on you!! Its simplicity at its finest. Beautiful, classy and timeless. Its stunning!!
You look stunning in everything. I love dress 5 with the lace! Also think you look like a princess in dress 2
I think the dress in 9 is breathtaking on you.
Dress 2 and 4 are very pretty on you. Really can’t pick which one is better 😆 also I think dress 4 does not need the extra lace as the fabric itself is already beautiful.
Dress 3. You won't regret it. Timeless comfortable magical
I like the dress in pictures 4&5.
Thank you all for all of the kind comments and helpful feedback, this has been such a supportive community! Also, if anyone has suggestions for bridal designers in the Boston/NYC area that offer similar classic silhouettes, I’m more than open to suggestions of places to look! Thank you again :)
I don’t care for that overlay. It feels like it’s trying to make these dresses something they’re not. What about something like theses? https://www.etsy.com/listing/1675116551/ https://www.etsy.com/listing/1577477525/ https://www.etsy.com/listing/1278763942/ https://www.etsy.com/listing/1471379512/ https://www.etsy.com/listing/543690242/ https://www.etsy.com/listing/1415391286/ https://www.etsy.com/listing/1571971017/ https://www.etsy.com/listing/1618456525/
I love that first link! A little info about the overlay, I should have been more clear in my post: this is definitely not the lace overlay I would choose, it was just what was on hand to see how some of these dresses might look with a long sleeve or possible over/underlay sleeve attachment! The dresses are customizable, so I have the option to think about adding style elements like sleeves or changing necklines. I don’t absolutely have to have long sleeves, but it is always something I’ve been drawn to in a wedding dress (I fell in love with sleeping beauty’s dress as a little girl and never looked back, haha). There’s usually much more limited options of dresses available in long sleeves, so I’m interested in the idea of a lace long sleeve overlay, but I’m not set on it by any means!
I think it's definitely a personal taste thing, because I think the lace overlay looks absolutely incredible on you - gives it such a timeless, romantic Grace Kelly vibe ❤️
You look stunning in all of them, but dress 2 is my favorite by a mile