Laura Daly
May 4, 20222 min
When off-the-shoulder wedding dresses first appeared in the bridal world, designers ran with the idea, transforming a once-seasonal trend into a timeless style. This alternative neckline, favoured by celebrities such as Beyoncé and Paris Hilton, can be found on a vast number of stunning wedding gowns. Largely due to its effortlessly flattering effect on most body types, and its ability to highlight the upper body in an elegant but subtly sexy way.
The best part is that an off-the-shoulder neckline complements any gown shape, from mermaid to sheath to ballgown, and any fabric, from wispy tulle to intricate lace to mikado. If you can't decide whether to go strapless or off-the-shoulder, an off-the-shoulder dress gives you the best of both worlds. The straps or sleeves begin below the shoulders, exposing the décolletage and collar bones while still providing some arm coverage.
Off-the-shoulder necklines are ideal for a regal look at any time of year. A long sleeve paired with an off-the-shoulder style in satin or mikado is perfect for an Autumn or Winter wedding. Or, keep it light and airy in a tulle fabric with an exaggerated drape to your off-the-shoulder straps if you're getting married in the Spring or Summer.
To help you find the perfect gown with this ultra-romantic neckline, we've compiled a list of 9 of our favourite off-the-shoulder wedding dresses.
This is the off-the-shoulder shimmery wedding dress you've been dreaming of! Crafted from a floaty tulle, this stunning style will help you effortlessly float down the aisle.
Nathalie is a gorgeously modern ballgown wedding dress from Étoile, upgraded with a plunging sweetheart neckline, sexy exposed corset-style back, striking floral and botanical lace, and detachable, draped off-shoulder tulle sleeves.
A unique balance of lace, tulle and soft crêpe fabrics both contrast and blend perfectly throughout this artful silhouette–starting with the sheer lace off-the-shoulder bodice and sweetheart plunge. And finishing with a cascading solid skirt.
A soft, stretch jersey lining ensures comfort and body-contouring support on this stunning off the shoulder style, while the signature Elysée sculpted hem brings all the drama and elegance.
This sophisticated plus size wedding dress from Julietta features crystal and diamanté beading on embroidered appliqués over a tulle mermaid silhouette, with off the shoulder straps.
Feminine and elegant are all wrapped into one modern gown. Soft stretch mikado is gorgeously crafted to create this off-shoulder mermaid that is guaranteed to gift you confidence and style.
Featuring a romantic sweetheart bodice with detachable off-the-shoulder sleeves and a princess back skirt with beautiful embroidered trim, we’re sure you’ll be the belle of the ball in this gown.
Harlem from Maggie Sottero is a dreamy, fairytale wedding dress with dainty off-the-shoulder straps and a floaty tulle skirt. This stunning style is designed specifically to shine on the dance floor and embrace all the magical lighting on your big day.
Haven't found the off the shoulder wedding dress of your dreams? Browse through this extended list of styles we have in-store.