A bride once told me she’d ruled out strapless because she was sure she’d spend the night pulling it up. Then she tried on a gown with a proper boned corset inside, raised both arms over her head, and it didn’t move. She wore it for eleven hours, danced barefoot, and never touched the neckline once.
Strapless isn’t the runway headline this year. Designers are pushing halters, plunges and thin straps. But strapless is still everywhere in the collections, and it’s the base for the details everyone is talking about: sculpted sweetheart bodices, corsets, basque and drop waists, and bows. Here are 41 strapless gowns, from $128 to couture, with the back of every dress, because that’s what your guests see for the whole ceremony.
What’s new in strapless
Sculpted sweethearts. The sweetheart still leads, now often softly structured with folded points. Straight-across necklines come second, and tulip and cat-eye shapes are the designer twists.
Corsets and basque waists. Exposed boning, pointed basque waists and drop waists ran through every bridal fashion week this year. Pinterest searches for corseted drop-waist gowns rose 1,405 percent.
Bows. The clearest detail of all three seasons: big structural bows at the hip, the back or the waist, sometimes detachable.
The ballgown is back. Most of the strapless gowns at the spring 2027 shows were ballgowns.
Colour. Ivory and off-white are still the base. Blush is the leading colour that isn’t white, with butter yellow and pale blue coming up.
Fabrics. Structured satin, mikado and jacquard for sculpted bodices, and lace, which Vogue Singapore calls the wedding fabric of 2027.
Will a strapless dress stay up?
Yes, if it’s built properly. Every bridal source I read agrees: the boned corset inside holds the dress up, not the fabric. Look for vertical boning, a bodice fitted to your ribcage, a firm waist and a silicone gripper along the top edge. Test it in the fitting room by raising your arms, bending, twisting and sitting down.
Bigger bust. Julie Mersine Romeli of Mira Couture recommends extra boning, a notched neckline over a plunge, and built-in cups slightly smaller than your measurement. UK designers agree that with a bigger bust, corsetry is everything.
To bra or not. Designers say a well-built bodice replaces a bra. Kleinfeld’s alterations team wants you to wear a real strapless or longline bra at every fitting. My advice: decide at the first fitting and wear exactly the same thing every time.
Plan your fittings. Budget two to three fittings and order nine to twelve months ahead. Stick-on bras can slip in the heat, so test them before the day.
On the day. Justin Alexander suggests dry skin and a little baby powder, stepping into the gown from the bottom, lacing or zipping it snug and a strip of fashion tape at the neckline.
Plus-size brides. Strapless works for plus sizes more often than its reputation suggests. Essense of Australia goes up to size 34, and Justin Alexander Cooper, Jenny Yoo Lafayette and ELOQUII go to 32.
Classic and budget (gowns 1 to 9)
1. Satin ball gown with covered buttons
The gown: A diamond white satin strapless ball gown with a clean sweetheart neckline, a smooth boned bodice, a natural waist, a full satin skirt with soft box pleats and a chapel train.
The back: A row of satin-covered buttons running from the top of the bodice down to the train.
Where to find it: Azazie Adelise, $439, with a plus-size version.
Wedding day styling: A low sleek chignon, a rosy matte lip and softly defined eyes, pearl drop earrings, no necklace and a satin-edged cathedral veil set low.
This is a classic strapless ball gown for well under $500, and it comes in plus sizes.
2. Stretch satin sheath for $179
The gown: A diamond white stretch satin strapless sheath with a straight-across neckline, a smooth fitted bodice with princess seams, a natural waist, a slim column skirt and a short sweep train.
The back: An invisible zip with a small satin bow at the top.
Where to find it: Azazie Samantha Stretch, $179.
Wedding day styling: A 90s middle-part sleek low bun, bronzed skin with soft contour along the collarbone, small diamond studs and a raw-edge fingertip veil.
A straight neckline and a clean column is the minimalist strapless, and at $179 it’s the best value here.
3. Crepe-back satin mermaid
The gown: A diamond white crepe-back satin strapless mermaid gown with a soft sweetheart neckline, a boned fitted bodice, a dropped waist flowing to a knee-level flare and a chapel train.
The back: Low-set covered buttons over a zip with the train fanned out.
Where to find it: Azazie Elyse, $379.
Wedding day styling: Glossy Hollywood waves pinned to one side, a classic red lip and soft winged liner, diamond drop earrings and a plain cathedral veil.
A dropped waist into a mermaid flare is very current. Crepe-back satin has a soft sheen without being shiny.
4. Lace ball gown with a corset back
The gown: A diamond white all-over lace strapless ball gown with a sweetheart neckline edged in scalloped lace, a boned lace-over-satin bodice, a natural waist, a full tulle and lace skirt and a cathedral train with a scalloped hem.
The back: Ivory ribbon corset lacing over a modesty panel.
Where to find it: Azazie Sonnet, $569.
Wedding day styling: A romantic braided updo with baby’s breath, a soft peach cheek and dewy skin, pearl studs and a lace-edged cathedral veil.
Vogue Singapore calls lace the wedding fabric of 2027. A corset back lets you lace it snug on the day.
5. Sequin mermaid with a slit
The gown: An ivory strapless mermaid gown covered in sequins and beading, with a sweetheart neckline, a fitted beaded bodice, a low waist, a thigh-high slit and a sweep train.
The back: A zip under beaded covered buttons.
Where to find it: Azazie Athena, about $529 with custom sizing.
Wedding day styling: A voluminous blowout, a smoky bronze eye and a nude lip, small diamond studs and a crystal hair pin, no veil.
For an evening wedding, all-over sparkle needs nothing else. Skip the veil and wear a crystal pin.
6. Crepe sheath with a button back
The gown: An ivory stretch crepe strapless sheath with a straight neckline, a form-fitting bodice with princess seams, a natural waist, a thigh-high slit and a sweep train.
The back: Cloth-covered buttons running down the back to the train over a zipper.
Where to find it: David’s Bridal WG3995, originally $399 and recently listed as unavailable, so recreate the look.
Wedding day styling: A sleek high ponytail, a glossy nude lip and fresh skin, gold hoop earrings and a short fingertip veil.
A long row of covered buttons is the prettiest back detail on a simple dress.
7. Pleated tulle and lace maxi
The gown: A white strapless tulle and lace maxi dress with a sweetheart neckline, a ruched pleated bodice, a natural waist and a full floor-length tulle skirt.
The back: A smocked elastic panel with a hidden zip.
Where to find it: Lulus Blissful Forever, about $128, XS to XL.
Wedding day styling: Loose beach waves, dewy skin and a sheer pink lip, a short pearl strand and a flower crown.
For an elopement or a small wedding, this is the budget pick. The smocked back makes the fit forgiving.
8. Tiered tulle maxi
The gown: A white strapless tulle maxi dress with a sweetheart neckline, a gathered bodice, a high waist and a layered tiered tulle skirt to the floor.
The back: A zip with a soft tulle bow at the waist.
Where to find it: Lulus Exquisite Enchantment, about $128, XS to XL.
Wedding day styling: A half-up twist tied with a ribbon, a freckled no-makeup look, small gold studs and a fingertip veil.
Tiers of tulle feel light and romantic, and they move nicely when you dance.
9. 3D floral strapless maxi
The gown: An ivory strapless maxi dress with a straight neckline, a bodice covered in 3D floral embroidered appliques, a natural waist and a flowing floor-length skirt.
The back: A zip with a few applique flowers trailing below it.
Where to find it: Lulus Love Garden, about $138.
Wedding day styling: A low messy bun with tendrils, soft rosy cheeks and a balm lip, floral drop earrings, no necklace and a short veil with scattered petals.
3D flowers placed at the bodice are one of this year’s details. Keep the jewellery small.
Clean lines and modern shapes (gowns 10 to 13)
10. Satin column from Reformation
The gown: An ivory satin strapless dress with a straight neckline, a smooth seamed bodice, a natural waist and a floor-length bias column skirt with no train.
The back: A clean invisible zip and a straight back edge.
Where to find it: Reformation Elena, about $948, sizes 0 to 12.
Wedding day styling: A sleek low knot tucked behind the ears, clean skin and a terracotta lip, sculptural gold earrings and no veil.
A bias-cut satin column is for the bride who wants calm and modern. Note that it stops at size 12.
11. Sparkle tulle A-line
The gown: An ivory tulle strapless A-line gown with all-over metallic sequins and iridescent pearl beads, a sweetheart neckline, a boned beaded bodice, a natural waist and a chapel train.
The back: Corset lacing with beaded loops.
Where to find it: Justin Alexander Signature Afterglow, boutique pricing, sizes 0 to 30.
Wedding day styling: A high glossy ponytail, shimmer on the collarbone and a soft pink lip, crystal chandelier earrings and a sparkle-edged cathedral veil.
This is the gown for a winter evening. It comes up to size 30.
12. Organza mermaid with ruffles
The gown: An ivory organza strapless mermaid gown with a sweetheart neckline, a fitted bodice, a low hip waist, a skirt of cascading ruffles and a cathedral train.
The back: Covered buttons over a zip with the ruffled cathedral train spread out.
Where to find it: Justin Alexander Cooper, boutique pricing, sizes 2 to 32.
Wedding day styling: A sculpted French twist, a rose-gold eye and a satin lip, statement pearl drop earrings and a mantilla veil.
Cascading ruffles make a dramatic exit. This one runs to size 32.
13. Chiffon for the beach
The gown: An ivory chiffon strapless gown with a sweetheart neckline, a soft draped bodice, a natural waist, a flowing relaxed A-line skirt and a short sweep.
The back: A zip with chiffon-covered buttons.
Where to find it: Adore by Justin Alexander Dawn, boutique pricing, sizes 0 to 30.
Wedding day styling: Loose undone waves with pearl pins, sun-kissed bronzer and a glossy lip, shell drop earrings and no veil.
Chiffon moves in a sea breeze and packs well. It’s the lightest gown on this list.
Designer favourites (gowns 14 to 24)
14. Taffeta ball skirt
The gown: An ivory taffeta strapless ball gown with a draped sweetheart neckline, a boned draped bodice, a natural waist, a full crisp ball skirt and a chapel train.
The back: A zip with a structured taffeta bow at the waist.
Where to find it: Jenny Yoo Preston, about $1,695, sizes 0 to 26.
Wedding day styling: A voluminous 60s half-up bouffant, winged liner and a pink lip, pearl button earrings and a short bubble veil.
Taffeta holds a big shape. A bow at the back is the detail guests see during the vows.
15. Lace corset A-line
The gown: An ivory floral lace strapless A-line gown with a sweetheart neckline, a corseted bustier bodice, a natural waist and a lace skirt with a chapel train.
The back: Corset lacing through loops with lace scallops at the hem.
Where to find it: Jenny Yoo Madeline, about $2,395, sizes 0 to 26.
Wedding day styling: A messy textured bun, a berry lip and soft brown eyes, no necklace and a lace-edged cathedral veil.
Corset bodices are the strongest structure story on the runways. This one is soft and romantic.
16. Asymmetric drop waist in silk
The gown: An ivory crinkle silk strapless gown with a sweetheart neckline, a soft fitted bodice, an asymmetric drop waist, a gathered full skirt and a sweep train.
The back: A zip with silk-covered buttons following the asymmetric line.
Where to find it: Jenny Yoo Lafayette, about $2,750, sizes 00 to 32.
Wedding day styling: A slicked side part with a low knot, glowing skin and a nude lip, one pair of statement earrings and a sheer fingertip veil.
Pinterest searches for corseted drop-waist gowns jumped 1,405 percent. This one comes up to size 32.
17. Cat-eye satin mermaid
The gown: An ivory satin strapless mermaid gown with a cat-eye neckline, a gathered pleated bodice, a dropped waist and a dramatic train.
The back: Covered buttons over a zip with a long train spread behind.
Where to find it: Willowby by Watters Elynor, about $1,495, sizes 00 to 24W.
Wedding day styling: Sleek 50s set curls, a classic red lip, pearl cluster earrings and a cathedral veil.
A cat-eye neckline is one of the designer twists on strapless. It feels a little retro.
18. Jacquard A-line with a slit
The gown: An ivory floral jacquard strapless A-line gown with a cat-eye neckline, a draped bodice, a natural waist, a pleated skirt with a slit and a chapel train.
The back: A zip under a folded jacquard bow.
Where to find it: Wtoo by Watters Phoebe, about $1,995, sizes 0 to 26W.
Wedding day styling: A soft romantic updo, a peach blush and soft lashes, floral earrings and a fingertip veil.
Jacquard has a woven pattern you only see up close. It photographs richly.
19. Pearl corset wrap gown
The gown: An ivory satin strapless gown with a sweetheart neckline, a pearl-adorned corset bodice, a natural waist, a draped wrap skirt with a side slit and a sweep train.
The back: A pearl-button closure over a zip.
Where to find it: Watters Tilly, about $1,895, sizes 0 to 16.
Wedding day styling: A low twisted chignon, soft glam with a rosy lip, a pearl headpiece and pearl studs, no necklace.
Pearl headpieces are up 225 percent on Pinterest. Let the pearls on the bodice do the work.
20. Lace fit and flare
The gown: An ivory lace strapless fit and flare gown with a sweetheart neckline, a boned lace bodice, a dropped waist and a chapel train with lace scallops.
The back: Lace-covered buttons running to the train.
Where to find it: Amsale Magnolia, about $3,495, sizes 00 to 24.
Wedding day styling: Side-swept waves, neutral eyes and a rosy lip, diamond drop earrings and a lace-edged cathedral veil.
Classic lace and a fitted shape. Amsale is known for gowns that last.
21. Mikado ball gown with a bow and pockets
The gown: An ivory mikado strapless ball gown with a straight neckline, a structured bodice, a natural waist with a front bow, a full skirt with pockets and a chapel train.
The back: A zip under covered buttons.
Where to find it: Amsale Atlas, about $3,295, sizes 0 to 24.
Wedding day styling: A sleek top knot, a brown smoky lid, oversized pearl earrings and a long cathedral veil set high.
Mikado is stiff enough to hold a sculpted shape. A front bow is the modern touch.
22. Plus-size princess gown
The gown: An ivory strapless princess ball gown with a sweetheart neckline, a corseted underwired bodice, a natural waist, a full pleated ruffled skirt and a chapel train.
The back: Corset lacing with satin ribbon.
Where to find it: Bridal by ELOQUII Strapless Princess Gown, about $899, sizes 14 to 32.
Wedding day styling: Big glossy curls, full glam with a highlighted collarbone, statement crystal earrings and a cathedral veil.
Built-in underwire and boning mean you can wear this without a bra. It’s made only in plus sizes.
23. Minimalist crepe column
The gown: An ivory crepe strapless gown with a straight neckline, a clean seamed bodice, a natural waist, a column skirt and a short train.
The back: A straight low back edge with an invisible zip and one covered button.
Where to find it: Reev Bridal Eve, about $1,750, custom sizing.
Wedding day styling: A wet-look slicked bun, clean skin and a bare lip, a sculptural gold cuff and a long sheer veil.
Reev makes each dress to your measurements, so the fit is yours.
24. Couture corset with blush florals
The gown: An ivory strapless couture gown with nude and blush beaded floral appliques, a sweetheart neckline, a boned corset bodice, a natural waist, a pleated semi-sheer silk tulle A-line skirt with crystal florals and a train.
The back: Corset lacing with appliques trailing down the train.
Where to find it: Galia Lahav Gia, made to order, price on request (the matching veil is $2,750).
Wedding day styling: A sleek middle-part low bun, blush-toned glam, the matching floral veil and diamond studs.
If you’re splurging, this is couture: about 200 hours of handwork.
Sculpted bodices from the 2026 collections (gowns 25 to 30)
25. Jacquard ballgown, modified sweetheart
The gown: An ivory jacquard strapless ballgown with a modified sweetheart neckline, a structured bodice, a natural waist, a full ballgown skirt and a chapel train.
The back: Covered buttons to the waist over a zip.
Where to find it: Sareh Nouri Everbloom, price on request.
Wedding day styling: A polished low bun, a rosy cheek and soft liner, a pearl pendant that follows the sweetheart curve and a cathedral veil.
Sareh Nouri’s sculpted sweetheart led The Zoe Report’s bodice trend for spring 2027.
26. Straight neckline slim flare
The gown: An ivory strapless slim-flare gown with a clean straight neckline, a bodice with sculpting seams, a natural waist and a sweep train.
The back: An invisible zip with seamed back panels that mirror the front.
Where to find it: Sareh Nouri Petal Whisper, price on request.
Wedding day styling: A sleek low ponytail, matte skin and a soft rose lip, a short pearl choker and a fingertip veil.
A straight neckline with a pearl choker is the cleanest way to wear strapless.
27. Basque waist mikado ballgown
The gown: An ivory stretch mikado strapless ballgown with a modified tulip neckline, a hand-draped twist at a basque waist, a full ballgown skirt and a cathedral train.
The back: A sculptural back bow sitting over the cathedral train with a zip under it.
Where to find it: Sareh Nouri Emmett, price on request.
Wedding day styling: A high sculpted chignon, a soft bronze eye, chandelier earrings, no necklace and a raw-edge cathedral veil.
A pointed basque waist and a back bow are two of 2027’s biggest details in one gown.
28. Embroidered cat-eye A-line
The gown: An ivory embroidered applique strapless A-line gown with a cat-eye neckline, a fitted embroidered bodice, a natural waist and a cathedral train.
The back: Buttons over a zip with embroidery spilling onto the train.
Where to find it: Sareh Nouri Hyla, price on request.
Wedding day styling: A half-up style with a velvet bow, soft peach glam, pearl drop earrings and an embroidered-edge cathedral veil.
Embroidery that spills down the train gives you a lovely back view for the ceremony photos.
29. Magnolia ballgown with an organza belt
The gown: An ivory embroidered magnolia strapless ballgown with a modified sweetheart neckline, a structured bodice, a natural waist with an organza belt, a ballgown skirt and a cathedral train.
The back: The organza belt tied in a soft bow at the back over covered buttons.
Where to find it: Sareh Nouri Adelaide, price on request.
Wedding day styling: A romantic low updo with face-framing tendrils, rosy cheeks and a satin lip, a pearl strand and a fingertip veil.
Magnolia embroidery is soft and Southern. The organza belt finishes in a bow at the back.
30. Slim flare with a detachable bow
The gown: An ivory jacquard strapless slim-flare gown with a tulip neckline, a hand-draped bodice, a natural waist and a soft sweep train.
The back: A large detachable bow at the back with a zip under it.
Where to find it: Sareh Nouri Faye, price on request.
Wedding day styling: A sleek middle-part low bun, a sharp liner and a nude lip, statement earrings and no veil.
Wear the bow for the ceremony and take it off for the dance floor. Two looks, one dress.
Straight from the 2027 runways (gowns 31 to 39)
31. Blush ballgown with a lavender fade
The gown: A blush tulle strapless ballgown that fades to lavender at the hem, with a sweetheart neckline, a ruched bodice, a natural waist, a layered ballgown skirt and a chapel train.
The back: Blush ribbon corset lacing.
Where to find it: Nardos, spring 2027 runway look.
Wedding day styling: Soft romantic waves, a lilac-pink eye and glossy lip, crystal drop earrings and an ivory fingertip veil.
Blush is the leading colour that isn’t white. Nardos took it one step further with a lavender fade.
32. Ballgown with a sculptural hip bow
The gown: An ivory satin strapless ballgown with a straight neckline, a structured boned bodice, a dropped hip with an oversized sculptural satin bow, a full ballgown skirt and a chapel train.
The back: A clean zip with the bow’s tails falling down one side of the train.
Where to find it: Mira Zwillinger, spring 2027 runway look.
Wedding day styling: A glossy low bun, crisp brows and a nude lip, pearl studs and no veil.
Bows were the clearest trend in every bridal show this year. A big one at the hip is the boldest version.
33. Strapless bubble mini
The gown: An ivory faille strapless mini dress with a straight neckline, a structured bodice, a dropped waist with an oversized bow and a bubble skirt.
The back: A zip with bow tails.
Where to find it: Viktor & Rolf, spring 2027 runway look.
Wedding day styling: A high ponytail tied with a bow, flushed cheeks and a glossy lip, a pearl choker and ankle-strap heels.
A mini is the reception switch or the whole look at city hall.
34. Taffeta with ribbon streamers
The gown: An ivory taffeta strapless ballgown with a straight neckline, a fitted bodice, a natural waist, a full taffeta skirt, a chapel train and satin ribbon streamers falling from the bodice.
The back: Ribbon streamers falling from a back bow over covered buttons.
Where to find it: Alexandra Grecco, spring 2027 runway look.
Wedding day styling: A ribbon-wrapped braided updo, fresh skin and a pink lip, small gold drop earrings and no veil.
Ribbon streamers move when you walk. It’s a playful take on the bow trend.
35. Satin drop waist with one bow
The gown: An ivory satin strapless ballgown with a straight neckline, a long fitted bodice to a drop waist, a single satin bow at the waist, a satin ballgown skirt with a removable sheer tulle overskirt and a chapel train.
The back: A row of covered buttons down to the drop waist.
Where to find it: Lihi Hod, spring 2027 runway look.
Wedding day styling: A sleek low twist, a dewy glow, diamond studs and a long tulle veil.
Take the tulle overskirt off after the ceremony for a slimmer reception shape.
36. White to pink lace corset
The gown: A white lace strapless ballgown with a lace corset bodice that fades to pink, a sweetheart neckline, a basque waist, a full lace ballgown skirt and a chapel train.
The back: Pink ribbon corset lacing.
Where to find it: Jaclyn Whyte, spring 2027 runway look.
Wedding day styling: A soft half-up style with pearl clips, pink-toned glam, a pearl pendant and a blush cathedral veil.
A colour fade at the corset adds a little colour without a full pink dress.
37. Sweetheart with crystal bows
The gown: An off-white satin strapless ballgown with a sweetheart neckline, a boned bodice, a natural waist, a ballskirt scattered with mini crystal bows and a chapel train.
The back: A zip with a column of mini crystal bows.
Where to find it: Tanner Fletcher, spring 2027 runway look.
Wedding day styling: A low bun with a bow barrette, a soft pink lip, opera gloves with bows at the wrist and crystal studs.
Tiny crystal bows sparkle without looking like sequins. Opera gloves finish it.
38. Empire waist crepe
The gown: An ivory crepe strapless gown with a straight neckline, a short structured bodice, an empire waist, a fluid column skirt and a sweep train.
The back: A low straight back edge with silk buttons.
Where to find it: Julie Vino, fall 2027 runway look.
Wedding day styling: A Grecian braided crown, sun-kissed bronze, gold leaf earrings and a long chapel veil.
This was the one strapless gown in The Knot’s fall 2027 runway report, so it’s the newest shape here.
39. Pleated satin A-line
The gown: An ivory satin strapless gown with a straight neckline, a pleated satin bodice, a natural waist and a pleated A-line skirt to the floor.
The back: A zip with a satin bow.
Where to find it: Lulus, lead spring 2026 bridal look.
Wedding day styling: A bubble ponytail, a glossy lip, pearl hoops and a fingertip veil.
Pleated satin looks expensive and costs little. It’s Lulus’s lead bridal look this year.
For church and winter weddings (gowns 40 and 41)
40. Church-ready mikado with lace sleeves
The gown: An ivory mikado strapless A-line gown with a notched straight neckline, a boned bodice, a natural waist, a chapel train and a matching removable lace bolero with long sleeves.
The back: Covered buttons over a zip on the bare strapless back, with the lace bolero taken off and held in her hand.
Where to find it: My own idea: buy a matching bolero with any strapless A-line.
Wedding day styling: A low chignon, soft neutral makeup, pearl studs and a mantilla veil.
For a church ceremony, wear the lace bolero, then take it off for the reception. Pinterest searches for capes and boleros are up 270 percent.
41. Winter corset with a faux fur stole
The gown: A warm ivory satin strapless ballgown with a sweetheart neckline with folded points, an exposed boned corset bodice, a pointed basque drop waist, a full ballgown skirt, a cathedral train and a small butter yellow satin bow at the hip.
The back: Ivory ribbon corset lacing and a long train.
Where to find it: My own idea, built on the corseted drop-waist trend.
Wedding day styling: A sleek low bun, a berry lip, a long faux fur stole and drop earrings.
For a winter wedding, a faux fur stole keeps your shoulders warm outside. The butter yellow bow is a small nod to the new pastels.
How to accessorise a strapless gown
Necklace or earrings. Either wear a short necklace at the throat or collarbone, or skip the necklace and let your earrings be the statement. A sweetheart neckline suits a pearl strand or a pendant that follows its curve, and a straight neckline suits a choker.
Hair and earrings together. With an updo, go for drops or chandeliers. With your hair down, choose studs or short drops, and soft waves will fill in your bare shoulders.
The veil. A bare bodice leaves room for a statement veil. Cathedral veils run about 108 to 120 inches and fingertip about 36 to 45.
Body makeup. Makeup artist Katie Quinn suggests a little contour above and below the collarbone and a touch of shimmer on the bone.
Covering up for church or the cold
A strapless gown can become two looks. Detachable lace sleeves, a sheer jacket, a cape or a bolero cover your shoulders for the ceremony and come off for the reception. In winter, a faux fur stole or bolero keeps you warm outside. Buy the cover-up with the gown and take it to your fittings, so it matches and can be secured.
Where I’d start
If you’re shopping on a budget, try the Azazie Adelise or Samantha first. If you want something on trend, look for a sculpted sweetheart or a basque waist with a bow at the back. And whatever you choose, raise your arms in the fitting room. If the bodice stays where it is, you’ve found a strapless that will last all night.
With love,
Laura Everly Sterling, Glimmering Events
