Lace Wedding Dresses For Cool-Weather Weddings

Dresses | June 18, 2024
Bride wearing lace wedding dress by Maggie Sottero hugging her husband

Welcome back to our blog, brides! Today we’re talking all about lace wedding dresses for our cool-weather brides seeking a little more coverage and comfort for their big day! We’ve gathered all our favorite styles and accessories for your browsing pleasure, plus we’ve got the answers to some of our brides’ most commonly asked questions about all things lace! Spoiler alert! Some of them even feature lower-impact linings made of recycled content! But if you fall in love with one of our regular styles, don’t worry, we’re still committed to planting a tree with every sale through our partnership with One Tree Planted! And remember, if none of our favs stand out to you, feel free to check out more of our lace wedding dresses on our website!

How To Make Your Lace Wedding Dress Cool-Weather Ready

PSA for all the brides planning cool-weather weddings! You shouldn’t have to choose between the gown of your dreams and shivering all night! Lucky for you, there are a few things you can do to make sure you stay cozy and stunning in your perfect dress on your happiest day ever.

First of all, have you seen the array of beautiful accessories we have here at Maggie Sottero to help keep you warm? We’re talking jackets, detachable sleeves, shoulder wraps, and more! You can read all about purchasing and styling our accessories and dress personalization a la our Personalize It! program on our blog for more information!

A few other things we see our lovely Maggie brides doing is incorporating cute coats, fur-lined wraps, and stunning shawls into their bridal look to make their dresses a little warmer. Just take a look at these examples from our real brides!

Are Lace Wedding Dresses Still In Style?

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Lace wedding dresses are still 1000% a bride favorite and have been for a very long time! And for good reason! Lace wedding dresses feel very timeless and bridal, come with elegant patterns, incorporate intricate laces of every variety, and look great on all silhouettes and styles! With lace wedding dresses, you can go vintage, elegant and modern, forward-thinking, unique, western… you name it!

A few of our fav lace wedding dresses we’ve seen celebs opt for are Lilly Collins’ stunning high-neck, long-sleeve gown with a matching hood, Paris Hilton’s dramatic lace gown with 3D floral detailing galore, and we can’t forget Hailey Bieber’s sultry backless lace bridal gown in a mermaid silhouette. Sofia Richie even donned a lavish scalloped lace wedding dress for her 2023 destination wedding! Needless to say, if these women are into it, we’re into it.

What Does Lace Mean On A Wedding Dress?

A “lace wedding dress” can be a lot of things because there are a lot of different types of lace! If you’ve already narrowed down the style and silhouette of your dream dress and you have your heart set on lace, it’s time to dive into the different types of lace so you can find a dress that’s uniquely you! Here are a list of your lace options:

  • Classic Alcenon Lace
  • Bohemian Guipure Lace
  • Romantic Chantilly Lace
  • Lavish Venice Lace
  • 2-Tone Lace
  • Laser Cut Lace
  • Daring Embroidery Lace
  • Chic Point D-Espirit Lace
  • 3D Lace
  • Crosshatch Lace

As you can see, there are a lot of options to choose from. But don’t stress just yet! We have all the info you need to figure out which lace is right for your bridal vision in our blog, Types of Lace to Look for in Your Dream Dress!

Mermaid Lace Wedding Dresses

Hattie Leigh

On the subject of “boho sophistication” – we’re pleased as punch to offer this square neckline modest wedding gown with the dreamiest of lace and sleeve details. Hattie Leigh by Rebecca Ingram comes with the bonus of having a lining made up of recycled content in the All Ivory colorway! 

Love this gown? Check her out in a slightly different shape, Hattie by Rebecca Ingram! A strapless sweetheart version of Hattie Leigh! Or add Hattie Leigh Detachable Sleeves to spice up your bridal look!

Admina

Happy news! Life is full of celebrations. And guess what? You just happen to have one that calls for a mermaid V-neck wedding dress in the chicest of silhouettes. Admina by Maggie Sottero (especially with her fabulous matching accessory, your very own Admina Detachable Train) is perfectly suited for the stunningly elegant bride.

Lennon Lace Wedding Dress

Lennon by Maggie Sottero is a floral beaded mermaid bridal gown that has glam aplenty. But what about shimmer? What about texture? What about a sexy nod to boudoir styling with a plunging neckline and bodice details? We’re here for all the gorgeous potential of this red carpet staple! Plus, you always have the opinion of spicing it up even more with one of these fabulous accessories:

Anastasia

If regal chic is the pinnacle of your bridal aesthetic, allow us to introduce you to Anastasia by Maggie Sottero. This gown will have you head over heels for shimmer, stunning illusion lace, and plunging V-backs. Don’t believe us? Try her on for yourself at one of our Authorized Retailers!

Zeta

Be bold in lace and sophisticated in tailoring. Be chic and sultry in this tulle mermaid wedding gown designed for the perfect ceremony entrance. Zeta by Maggie Sottero makes for a flirty, flattering, and fabulous addition to your wedding day!

Virginia

Hello, boho! You’ve inspired us with sleeves. Entranced us with illusion. Beguiled us in lace. And in that beaded lace wedding gown silhouette that Virginia by Rebecca Ingram features? Don’t mind if we do!

Psst! Are you still looking to get your figure-flattering fix? See more mermaid wedding gowns on our website!

A-Line Lace Wedding Gowns

Kyler

Presenting tailored lace and exquisite embellishments for the perfect hourglass effect in Kyler by Maggie Sottero. This glittering A-line wedding dress is made to dazzle from every angle. Amp up your look even more with Kyler Detachable Cap Sleeves or Kyler Detachable Sleeves!

Catherine Lace Wedding Dress

Let’s say you’re getting married in some kind of ideal mountain locale. We say ditch the bells and whistles and opt for this easy-breezy, effortlessly romantic bridal dress with spaghetti straps, lace, and chic illusion. 

Plus, if you’re looking for a gown that incorporates lower-impact materials, Catherine by Rebecca Ingram has an inner lining made of recycled content!

Alexandria

You love ethereal flourishes, so treat yourself to all the airiness and illusion you could ever want in Alexandria by Rebecca Ingram, especially in her simple bishop wedding dress sleeves!

Ladonna

There is a time and place for modest simplicity, but when it comes to a romantic 3D floral wedding dress like Ladonna by Maggie Sottero, it just seems like a disservice. More of a mermaid girl? No problem! We also have Ladonna Lane by Maggie Sottero, the same dress is more of a fit-and-flare silhouette for the sultry bride! And, as always, feel free to add on one of the following accessories to either gown:

A-line wedding dresses are a classic for a reason. If you’re as head-over-heels for them as we are, browse our collection and be sure to try them on IRL at one of our Authorized Retailers!

Princess Lace Bridal Dresses

Angelette

In Angelette by Maggie Sottero, the silhouette is soft and full, the 3-D flourishes are amorous, the bodice is divine – and therefore, the “whimsical romance”  is strong in this lace princess wedding dress. Aaand, if you somehow aren’t already sold on this stunning gown, Angelette’s inner lining is also made of recycled content!

Did we mention you can add even more whimsy with Angelette Detachable Cap Sleeves? Stunning, right?

Harlem

You must have shimmer, shine, and, of course, an off-the-shoulder fairytale wedding gown made for dance floors and magical lighting like Harlem by Maggie Sottero! Or Harlem Lane by Maggie Sottero if that’s more your vibe. Pair either with a Harlem Veil, and you’re ready to be whisked off your feet and into your happily ever after!

Wicklow

Are you a trendsetter? Then you must try on Wicklow by Sottero and Midgley! Unexpected details elevate this sexy floral side slit bridal dress to the status of couture. Plus, her inner lining is made of recycled materials in the All Ivory colorway!

Faith Lace Wedding Dress

Count all the ways we love this glitter tulle mermaid bridal dress for a red carpet level celebration – and we would be here all night. Faith by Sottero and Midgley is a no-brainer for the bride who loves a little lavish shimmer! (Or a lot of it…) Pair faith with one of these sleeve options for an even more opulent look!

For those of you keeping up to date on the latest wedding dress trends, princess wedding dresses are so in. Don’t miss out! Or, if you need some guidance, check out our blog post outlining all the wedding dress trends in our Fall 2024 Collection.

Sophisticated Lace Wedding Dresses

Davie

Little things – lace, a soft skirt, and shimmery bodice details – come together for an exquisite statement in Davie by Rebecca Ingram, a sparkly floral wedding gown designed for breezy celebrations with inner linings made of recycled materials! Not to mention she goes perfectly with Davie Detachable Sleeves and a Davie Veil!

Nicolette Lace Wedding Dress

You’re looking ultra-fab and confident in this sexy slit sparkly tulle bridal dress… it’s like destiny knew exactly what she was doing putting Nicolette by Rebecca Ingram in your path. A stunning gown for a stunning bride!

Chesney

Believe us when we say this:  there are chandeliers, statement heels, chic champagne toppers, and over-the-top florals to make your day magical, but nothing compares to an illusion sweetheart neckline wedding dress decked out in vintage lace like Chesney by Sottero and Midgley paired with Chesney Detachable Sleeves and a Chesney Veil!

Bridget

The perfect gown cocktail: add one part ethereal to one part champagne bubbly. You get a sensual floral lace wedding dress called Bridget by Maggie Sottero worthy of your best day ever!

Sparkly Lace Wedding Gowns

Sorrento

A cat eye strapless wedding gown should be two things: classy and fabulous. And also playful. And confidence boosting. All the things you’ll find in Sorrento by Sottero and Midgley!

Fiona Lace Wedding Dress

You like classic and whimsy. You like inspiration from fairytale celebrations, but nothing too on the nose. This sparkly lace fit-and-flare bridal dress is calling your name! Check out Fiona by Maggie Sottero and her accessories:

Frederique

Presenting the sartorial triple-threat: sexy, chic, and timeless. We speak, of course, of Frederique and Frederique Royale by Maggie Sottero, off-the-shoulder elegant bridal dresses in flirty lace and impeccable illusion. Here’s a list of gorgeous accessories that match these gowns perfectly:

Tuscany Royale

Fancy a gown made for photo ops? All-around shimmer and illusion makes this sparkly lace sheath bridal dress a stunner from any angle! Tuscany Royale by Maggie Sottero also comes with the following accessory options:

Nyjah

Fabulous, romantic, and utterly feminine, Nyjah by Sottero and Midgley is a scalloped sparkling lace wedding dress that is a transformative thing to behold, but even better to wear IRL with Nyjah Detachable Sleeves, a Nyjah Detachable Train, and a Nyjah Veil.

Love a little sparkle? Lucky for you, we just added a new filter to our website with all our sparkly wedding dresses sorted out for your browsing pleasure! Try it for yourself now!

Unique Lace Wedding Dresses

Miami

We’re here to help you find a lace bridal dress with sleeves that makes you feel like a free spirit without losing that classic, effortlessly sophisticated kind of vibe you get from a well-tailored suit. So here’s Miami by Sottero and Midgley and her matching Miami Veil. And voila!

Bronson Lace Wedding Dress

A unique boho fit-and-flare bridal gown has charm aplenty. But what about volume? Texture? A nod to 70’s glam in a curve-hugging silhouette and plunging neckline? We’re here for all the gorgeous potential of Bronson by Sottero and Midgley and her two detachable sleeve options, Bronson Detachable Cap Sleeves and Bronson Detachable Long Sleeves.

Kellen

Don’t let your gorgeous bouquet fall flat. Embrace the third dimension in this crisscross tulle wedding gown featuring garden-inspired motifs and an angelic silhouette. Seriously, does it get any better than Kellen by Sottero and Midgley?

Rome

You’re looking very dreamy on your best day ever. It must have been finding the perfect plunging sheer organza wedding gown, Rome by Sottero and Midgley and her matching Rome Detachable Cap Sleeves that set your destiny in motion.

Tanica

Fancy a style made for photo ops? All-over lace and gorgeous accessories make this plunging sweetheart neckline bridal gown a stunner from any angle. Tanica by Sottero and Midgley incoming! And you simply must check out her accessory, Tanica Detachable Sleeves!

If standing out from the crowd is your goal, don’t stop here! We have an incredible assortment of unique wedding dresses just waiting to be explored!

So, now that you’re kind of an expert in all things lace wedding dresses, it’s time for the fun part! Gather up your besties and head on over to one of our Authorized Retailers to try on some gowns IRL! We can’t wait to see which wedding dress you choose!

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