32 Chic Long Sleeve Bridesmaid Dresses Your Girls Will Love
What's the easiest way to keep your wedding party looking fresh? Choose a long sleeve bridesmaid dress - we're here to show you the chicest styles.
Sleeves have been huge fashion news for some time now. From feminine puffed styles to oversized dramatic designs, they're pretty much essential for a contemporary look - and that's why you definitely need to consider long-sleeve bridesmaid dresses for your girls.
The point about this look is that it's no mere flash in the plan. The statement sleeve has been popular for long enough that they've essentially become a modern classic, so you don't need to worry about these long sleeve bridesmaid dresses dating your wedding photos.
What a chic sleeve will do is elevate classic bridesmaid outfits, giving traditional styles a freshness that's undeniably elegant.
Get ready for some serious fashion inspiration with our edit of the long sleeve bridesmaid dresses your girls will thank you for buying.
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1. Gold Button Crepe Shift – £55, Warehouse
This long-sleeve shift dress is a real find, looking considerably more expensive than the price tag suggests. It would be the ideal basis for a polished bridesmaid look, at its best with minimal accessories, although we'd definitely add gold earrings.
2. Oversized Belted Wrap Jumpsuit – £95, & Other Stories
We know, we're already cheating, this is a jumpsuit rather than a dress, and the sleeves are three-quarter rather than full-length - but how could we not include something so unutterably stylish? It's ideal for creating an elegant, contemporary bridesmaid look, and it's the kind of piece they'll wear again and again after the wedding.
3. Prague Dress in Chianti – £250, Rewritten
Rewritten are one of the key brands to know for bridesmaid dresses, with a mix-and-match collection of chic bridesmaid styles. We're very taken with the Prague dress - that chiffon overlay gives it a subtle sexiness.
4. Satin Wrap Mini Dress with Ruffled Hem – £39.95, SilkFred
This long-sleeve mini dress has a party-ready feel to it that we just love. The wrap style makes it easy to wear - always a vital consideration for bridesmaids' dresses, as they'll be wearing their outfits for hours.
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5. Abigail Rose Mini Dress – £275, Needle & Thread
If you're picturing your bridesmaids in the prettiest florals, you need to check out Needle & Thread - as their Abigail Rose minidress shows, this is a brand that excels at romantic prints. This particular rose design was inspired by a vintage print.
6. Bardot Lace 3/4 Sleeved Pleat Midi Dress – £70, Chi Chi London
If you're wearing an off-the-shoulder wedding dress, why not put your bridesmaids in a dress with the same neckline? It creates a cohesive look without being overly matchy-matchy. In any case, this Chi Chi dress is a lovely option, with a delicate lace bodice against a pleated satin skirt.
7. Millington Top & Barney Skirt – £160 & £150, Halfpenny London
Halfpenny London is a go-to brand for fashion-conscious brides, but they also have a rather wonderful bridesmaid collection, too. We love this sleek two-piece as a classic l bridesmaid look with 2021 updates such as that high-low skirt and the open-back top. It's also available in navy and pewter.
8. Long-Sleeved Sequin Dress – £20, H&M
Sequins are often saved for winter, but we think they're a year-round look. This long-sleeve dress is a glamorous style for bridesmaids, but the flowing silhouette also gives it a lightness that feels very current.
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9. Lovers + Friends Simone Dress – £127, Revolve
This wear-again emerald dress would look so chic on bridesmaids at an autumn or winter wedding, with its gorgeous velveteen finish.
10. Ophelia Maxi Dress – £268, Free People
Looking for a boho bridesmaid dress? You might just have met your perfect match in this long-sleeve maxi. It has a beautiful nature-inspired pattern and that floatiness that's essential for any boho look, but the metallic sheen through the fabric makes it feel that bit more elevated.
11. Blue Check Frill Tiered Midi Dress – £17.99, New Look
Want to add some cottagecore to your wedding look? This midi dress has the right silhouette and details, but the check print and dark hue give it an added note of sophistication.
12. Recycled Polyester Navy Blue Square Neck Bias Cut Midaxi Dress – £65, Omnes
Omnes are known for their dreamily pretty print, but this sleek midaxi shows they also get it right when they do more minimalist styles. The pared-back design can be easily accessorised by your bridesmaids to show off their unique styles. What's more, this is a sustainable brand, so you know you'll be making a planet-kind choice.
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13. Talia Pink Peony Print Dress – £100, Kitri
For a vision of pure romance, this peony-print dress is hard to beat. It's made from crepe de chine, lightweight enough for spring and early-summer weddings.
14. Alina Dress – €140, Rouje
For a winter take on floral bridesmaid dresses, check out Rouje's Alina dress, crafted from cosy woollen jersey and with a moodier but still pretty colour scheme. It's ideal for a laidback wedding in colder temperatures.
15. Harry Dress – £149, Ghost
Ghost's bridesmaid dresses have reached modern classic status, but we have to say, that figure-skimming satin isn't necessarily easy to wear. For something with a bit more swing to the silhouette, we like the Harry dress from the main collection. Dressed with the right accessories, it would be an elegant, easy-wearing gown for winter bridesmaids.
16. Padded Shoulder Sequin Dress – £135, & Other Stories
This long-sleeve mini dress is something your bridesmaids can wear on special nights out after the wedding. The shoulder detail keeps it feeling fresh and contemporary.
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17. Embroidered Long Sleeve Midi Dress – £90.30, Coast
This Coast dress is a classic, timeless bridesmaid look. Everything from the embroidered sleeves to the delicate hue says prettiness.
18. Trina Rose Midi Dress – £110, Phase Eight
Take your bridesmaids' look in a sophisticated direction with this sparkling midi dress. Those embroidered mesh sleeves are just glorious, and the boat neckline is universally flattering.
19. Satin Mini Dress – £27.99, Zara
This long-sleeve mini dress has a stylish silhouette and is in the very on-trend shade of marsala. It can be easily accessorised to suit your wedding style, whether formal or relaxed.
20. Cotton & Guipure Lace Skater Dress – £279, Maje
Decided to get in on the bridesmaids-in-white look? This long-sleeve skater dress from French cool-girl brand Maje would be a chic option, bringing together the crispness of a classic white shirt with pretty guipure lace panels.
21. SWF Plunge Dress – £282, Revolve
This long-sleeve plunge dress would be ideal for a maid of honour who wants to be noticed. The light rayon fabric would work well at a sun-soaked destination wedding.
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22. The Josephine Dress – £170, Vanessa Cocchiaro
Well, this is a clever idea: Vanessa Cocchiaro's Josephine dress comes with detachable sleeves, so your bridesmaids can switch up their look between day and night. It's also available in red, pink and white.
23. Velvet Mini Blazer Dress In Navy Blue – £86, SilkFred
For the ultimate in city-wedding sophistication, it has to be a blazer dress. This navy version has a sharp silhouette that's softened by the velvet fabric - we think this is one your bridesmaids will wear again and again!
24. Lotus Midaxi Dress – £490, Solace London
Solace London is the brand to turn to for cool, sculptural elegance – like this undeniably chic Lotus dress. The sleek bodice works so well against that contrasting draped skirt - it's the perfect choice is you want a contemporary-glam look for your bridesmaids.
25. Twister Ruffle Maxi Dress – £105, Sister Jane
If it's a romantic bridesmaid look you want, every element of this ruffled dress fits the bill. The fact that it's cream stops the overall effect from becoming overly cute, giving it a 2021 freshness.
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26. Gathered Satin Dress – £24.99, H&M
Who says you can't put your bridesmaids in animal print? This H&M long-sleeve dress is a wear-again piece that will look fantastic contrasted against a white wedding gown in the photos.
27. Katie Dress – £275, Rixo
We suggest putting each of your bridesmaids in a Rixo Katie dress with a different pattern, for a cool mismatched yet coherent look. The pattern shown here is Virtues of Rosemary, and there are 4 others in contrasting colours.
28. Lauren Green Floral Print Dress – £145, Kitri
This dress is the modern way to do a bridesmaid floral look, combining vibrant colour, a cool square neckline and those fabulous puffed sleeves.
29. Shoshana Embellished Fringe Tunic Dress – £100, Monsoon
Are you planning a wedding with an Art Deco vibe? Make sure your bridesmaids are suitably attired in this long-sleeve Monsoon dress. Rather than going all-out costume, it has Twenties-referencing details, such as fringing and a beaded geometric pattern.
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30. Mockingbird Maxi Dress – £140, Free People
Yellow is one of the key colours for 2021, so make sure your maids are on trend with this boho maxi dress. It features an oversized silhouette and a flowing tiered skirt.
31. Lace & Beads Picasso Embellished Maxi Dress – £110, TNFC
Can we get away with three-quarter length sleeves in our long-sleeve bridesmaid dress edit? We think so, when they're on this magical TNFC dress. It has just the right amount of sparkle, in a barely-there pink.
32. Cameron Dress – £320, Reformation
This long-sleeve dress would make for a sexy, sophisticated winter bridesmaid look. It's also available in emerald, but we can't stop thinking about the show-stopping crimson version.
Once you've all agreed on the dress, it's time to think hair and makeup - start with our 21-idea edit of gorgeous ideas for bridesmaid makeup.
