The LWD (little white dress) is a staple of chic modern weddings, with brides and designers alike embracing the short trend. There’s the ballerina (just above the ankle), the tea-length (just below the knee or mid-shin), and the hi-lo (the mullet of the wedding dress world: short at the front, party at the back). You could even – gasp – opt for a mini (check first for church ceremonies as there might be rules about above-the-knee frocks).
So if you’re getting married on the beach, heading abroad or simply prefer a shorter dress, forego the floor sweeper and show off your pins in a LWD. Just make sure you team it with some seriously gorgeous shoes.
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“Antonella” from the Vera Wang Bridal Collection Fall 2016.
“Vika” crop top and mini skirt by For Love & Lemons, from One Day Bridal.
“Zoe” from the Ready-to-Wear Collection by Wendy Makin Bridal Designs.
“Paris” from the Strictly Bridal 2015 Collection.
“Bridget” from the Sweet Nothings Collection by Jennifer Gifford Designs.
“Apollo” dress and cape from the George Wu Sancta Sedes 2016 Collection.
“Bordeaux” from the Monique Lhuillier Wedding Collection Spring 2016.
Discover more designers who specialise in short wedding dresses in our wedding designer directory.
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