Making this wedding dress more suitable for the church

[GinGeum]

This is my wedding dress. I love it and it works well with the relaxed garden party reception, but do you think I need to add sleeves or some sort of cover up to it for the church ceremony? I keep being told the bare shoulders thing isn’t an issue anymore, but I’m not sure.

I get married in 4 weeks so either way, time is not on my side!

Beautiful dress.
I had my hair down and wore a veil. The veil came with a comb attached, I just sprayed the comb with hairspray and slid it into my hair at my crown - it didn't move all day.

Would something like this work to cover your shoulders /arms?
www.weddinginspirasi.com/2013/07/16/aire-barcelona-2014-bridal-collection-lace-wedding-dresses/2/

I don’t think you need anything but if it made you feel happier, how about a chiffon capelet, like these
etsy
random American site
Can’t immediately spot one from uk but I bet there are plenty.
I wouldn’t wear a veil if you want to wear your hair down.

Mine was sleeveless but something like these perhaps

This Phase Eight one is the one I had in mind. Can’t tell if your dress is white or ivory.

I like that last one Everlong

I like the little capelets, but I think the problem with a lot of the cover ups is they will either hide the lovely detailing on the bodice, or it will be too hard to try and match a lace to it.

The bodice was hand made so I don’t think I have the time or budget to have something made with the same flower design, which would look the best.

It almost needs to be something sheer but without covering the whole bodice.

It’s reassuring some of you don’t think it’s too revealing though DP’s mum who is catholic and was taught by nuns in school seems to think it’s fine which surprised me!

I am a regular high CofE church goer and am 44. Your dress is beautiful and your church should welcome you with open arms for choosing to include God into the start of your marriage. It is a totally appropriate dress but I agree a veil may also look lovely. In my opinion a bolero would be too much.

We only have around 5 of us who attend our village church, so it’s hard to compare with what others ordinarily wear on Sundays! It is quite a relaxed church.

What about a proper cape? Can have it open at the front to show the detailing but covers your shoulders

Vicar’s daughter here . It looks beautiful and not inappropriate in the slightest - you get all sorts in church these days. If that’s you in the pictures, there is not too much flesh on show at all, it looks stunning and classy.

Mind you that’s amazing AndHoly

Another one who thinks it's beautiful and totally fine for church

I bought a cover up for just this purpose in a CofE church. Just as I was about to step into the aisle, the (female family friend verger) whipped it off me, saying, ´´Oh you don´t need that!´´

50 quid down the drain!

Churches can be rather cool if it happens not to be a baking hot day. I also like the idea of a mini cape or something chiffon, as long as it does not take away from the dress, it might be an idea to have an option for a cooler day maybe.

These are from Etsy, I don't know whether it is possible to order and return something if it doesn't sit right with the dress.

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Beautiful! Don’t need anything on top at all ! I’d say a touch of jewellery and flowers in your hair and it will be stunning either way! Don’t get a cover up! Although I love the cape someone posted! Just beautiful!!

Dear god I wish I was getting married! Thor cape veils are stunning!

I think it looks fine as it is. If it were strapless, you wouldn't even be thinking about it!

I would go for something very sheer in the same fabric as the skirt.

I haven't been to a church wedding in 15 years where the bride hasn't worn a strapless dress - no cover ups either. Some wore veils, some didn't. I think it's fine.

Wear it as it is, it's a lovely dress and you have a great figure to carry it off, so no need to cover up at all.

I didn’t realise that was you in the dress rather than a stock photo! 100% wear it as it is, you’re stunning and it fits you perfectly!

Stunning as it is, though I would add a veil (because I love them) and it will just cover your shoulders, without hiding any detailing.

Have a fantastic day!

No need for a cover up. You look lovely.

I think it’s a lovely dress and know nothing about churches. What about something like this veil/cape

www.amazon.co.uk/Sheer-Shimmer-Iridescent-Shawl-Ivory/dp/B01LWRSSG0/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=chiffon+stole+for+wedding&tag=mumsnetforum-21&ie=UTF8&qid=1528564907&sr=8-3

How about something like this? It would tie at the waist doe he detail of your dress could be seen.