It has been bitter cold here this week, Winter has well and truly arrived! So preparing today’s post and dreaming of Summer has been the perfect way to warm and brighten my day. Having looked so far on our stroll through Summer wedding ideas at some beautiful Rose stationery, the most elegant Summer tablescapes, stunning and scrumptious Summer wedding cakes, breathtaking Summer bridal bouquets, some stylish and cool Groom’s attire and the most perfect palettes, we have covered almost everything you could possibly need for your summer celebration. So with just a couple more weeks to go, today’s Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons is all about THE dress! With 5 of the most perfect wedding dresses for all of you Summer brides…..

1. Off the Shoulder

Thanks to the ever stylish Mrs Clooney wide open necks with off shoulder sleeves are a big trend for this year and couldn’t be more romantic or perfect for Summer. Keep it gossamer light and floaty for a relaxed beach or garden wedding, or look elegant in lace for a timeless formal celebration…..just be sure to slather the sun cream on those shoulders!

Natalie by TatyanaMerenyuk (Photography ~ Jeremiah and Rachel Photography)

Arsenia by Milamira

Mila Gown on BHLDN

2. Plunging & Portrait Backs

Flashing a little flesh to keep cool, whilst maintaining the requisite air of elegance and modesty for walking down the aisle, is no mean feat. But plunging and portrait backs might just be the answer! They walk the fine line between demure and sexy, and are guaranteed to leave some dropped-jaws behind you as you make your grand entrance on your wedding day…..

Wedding Dress ~ Mira Zwillinger, Photography ~ Rylee Hitchner via SMP

Ava by Saint Isabel

Briar Rose Gown on BHLDN

3. Colourful

Colour is a trend that is growing in popularity, with brides and designers alike, and is perfect because not only does it give you the opportunity to show your unique personal style (and in a dress that you could even wear after the big day), but in the pretty palette of pastels that graced the catwalks for 2015, could anything look more summery and sweet?…..

Wedding Dress ~ Jarmil, Photography ~ Peter & Veronika Photography via SMP

Ulyana Dress by Milamira

 Night of a Lifetime Dress – Erin Fetherston on Modcloth

4. Tea Length or Short

Nothing says Summer like flashing those bronzed pins, and nothing says vintage quite like a tea length wedding dress – so what could be more perfect for a vintage Summer bride? They are fun, flirty, fab for showcasing your fancy footwear and not forgetting super cool for those long hot summer days…..

Photography ~ Andrew Rankin via Queensland Brides

 House of Mooshki

Gillian Tulle Wedding Dress on BHLDN

5. Separate Cover-ups

Of course whilst the days may be hot the evenings can still be cool. So why not add a layer of lace for a little warmth, and create a whole new look for the evening celebrations with a delicate bridal coverup? For all of you in love with long sleeves but planning a Summer wedding this is the perfect compromise!…..

Italian Lace Bridal Top by Angelika Liv (Photography ~ Clary Pfeiffer)

Klara by Truvelle

Grace Blouse by Rue De Seine

For more Summer wedding ideas do take a look at this fabulous red, white & blue wedding inspiration board, these sunshine filled yellow wedding ideas oh and you must see this elegant beach wedding inspiration in an unconventional colour before you go!

Or for my pick of the perfect dresses for an Autumn or Spring wedding take a peek here and here.

Amy

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