The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Dresses With Sleeves

While some brides couldn't imagine their big day without a classic strapless gown, you're on the hunt for sleeves. Why? If you've found a dress with gorgeous, intricate detail, maybe you figure "the more material, the merrier." Or perhaps you're in need of a modest silhouette for your ceremony. Maybe you love the bohemian effect of flared lace or have always admired the dainty appeal of a cap sleeve.

Whatever the case, when it comes to sleeves for your wedding gown, the style you choose says a lot. We broke down the basics and formed eight distinctive categories, so you can narrow your search and decide just what statement you want to make.

Scroll through to take in all the different looks, or jump right to your preferred sleeve!

• Short sleeves
• Long sleeves
• Cap sleeves
• Three-quarter sleeves
• Off-the-shoulder sleeves
• Bell sleeves
• Bishop sleeves
• One-shoulder sleeve