Cap Sleeve Wedding Dress
A cap-sleeve wedding dress, also known as a short-sleeved wedding gown, is a timeless favourite for brides-to-be. With delicate, thoughtful detailing, these dresses provide light coverage while preserving the elegant, sophisticated look you expect from a short sleeve design.
Experience the luxury of premium natural silk combined with stunning craftsmanship. Even a small lace or silk cap sleeve can completely transform how you feel on your big day, adding a touch of grace and refinement to your bridal look.
Find your unique style and enhance the charm of your bridal dress with a variety of options. Try delicate lace gloves or a vintage-inspired bracelet for a whimsical flair. Select the perfect neckline, whether it's a cap sleeve dress with a bateau neckline for those seeking a classic look, or a sweetheart neckline for those searching for a more romantic option. You could also choose a V-neckline design, which is ideal for brides looking to elongate their neck.
At Love Spell, we offer a fresh and modern approach to the bridal experience. Our collection features stunning short sleeve wedding dresses and beautifully crafted hair accessories, designed with exceptional attention to detail. All pieces are available to purchase from our UK bridal boutique.
View our range of wedding dresses with cap sleeves today.
Price range: Made-to-order prices start from £1,495, with most of our sample sale dresses available at up to 70% discount. If your budget is under £1,000, please view our sample sale dresses here.
FAQ & Further Information
This dress features a unique short sleeve design that is precisely cut and seamed to sit on the shoulder, tapering smoothly under the arm. Unlike standard short sleeves, this style offers a closer fit and resembles a delicate umbrella gently covering the shoulder. While it may seem like a subtle difference from a traditional wedding dress, it has a significant impact on the overall look and feel.
Short sleeves have a flattering effect—they visually elongate the arms and create a soft, feminine silhouette. This timeless design remains stylish year after year, ensuring your wedding photos always look elegant and sophisticated. Cap sleeve wedding dresses are especially versatile, making them a popular choice for spring and summer weddings. They offer both style and comfort, thanks to their supportive structure and lightweight feel. Perfect for a range of bridal styles and settings, these dresses are both practical and beautiful.
For added flexibility, many designs also feature detachable sleeves, giving brides the option to switch up their look throughout the day.
Our bridal dress collection features a wide variety of sleeve styles, sizes, and patterns to suit every bride’s unique vision. From flowing cap sleeve wedding dresses—perfect for catching the breeze at an outdoor ceremony—to timeless short-sleeved gowns with delicate floral patterns, we offer styles that combine elegance with comfort.
If you’re unsure which sleeve style is right for you, book an appointment with our bridal specialists for expert guidance and personalised advice.
It’s important to consider the setting and season of your wedding before choosing your dress. Understanding the venue and expected weather conditions can help you select the perfect style and fabric. We recommend starting your wedding dress search about 8 to 10 months before your big day—usually after you’ve booked your venue.
If your wedding is still far in the future, it’s a good idea to wait before shopping for your dress, as styles and trends can change rapidly. This way, you can ensure your dress is both current and perfectly suited to your special day.
We recommend bringing two trusted people who understand your taste and won’t overwhelm you. Searching for the perfect wedding dress can be an exciting but sometimes overwhelming experience, especially when working within a tight timeframe. To make the process enjoyable and focused, we recommend bringing along only a few close family members or friends for support.
Our guests tend to stay for around an hour to find their perfect dress. If you think that an hour won’t be long enough to try on your wedding dress, we can always book you in for a slot on a weekday, when we’re not as busy and can offer more time.
We recommend wearing skin coloured underwear to your appointment with a strapless bra. This is so that you can see the dress in its full potential. To help you imagine wearing it on your wedding day, you can also bring any accessories or shoes.
It is advisable not to bring children to the appointment as they can be a distraction and make it harder to find the perfect dress. Although it isn’t recommended, we understand that this is not always possible, so if you are bringing your children, make sure that you come on a weekday when it’s a little quieter.
The beauty of a wedding dress is its versatility in terms of flattering many body shapes, sizes and types. Being one of the focal points to a dress, the sleeves have the potential to be customised, whilst maintaining the overall look of your gown. Whether you want a tight fit shoulder to display your athletic figure, or a larger flowing sleeve to create a fuller look during your special day, a cap sleeve wedding dress offers a large amount of versatility.
