Wedding capes offer a beautiful alternative to traditional wedding veils. They’re perfect for brides who want to maintain a traditional aesthetic but also wear something that sets them apart.
If you’re thinking about wearing a cape as a veil alternative on your wedding day, check out our favorite wedding capes and read some FAQs so that you can create a customized bridal look that speaks to your aesthetic.
What Is A Wedding Cape?
A wedding cape is long a piece of fabric – similar to a wedding veil – that is worn either around your shoulders or attaches to your wedding dress. It then drapes behind your dress, adding extra volume and visual impact to your wedding day look.
How Do Wedding Capes Attach To A Dress?
Most wedding capes come complete with safety pin attachments at the end of the two “wings” of the design. These are meant to be pinned to the straps of your dress so that the wedding cape stays in place when walking down the aisle.
Can I Wear A Wedding Cape With A Strapless Bridal Gown?
Most wedding capes are meant to be worn with wedding dresses that feature thicker straps. With that said, if you have a strapless gown I would recommend wearing a traditional bridal cape that ties at the neck and is worn over the shoulders.
What Wedding Cape Will Complement My Bridal Gown?
We believe there is a wedding cape out there for absolutely everyone. Depending on your dress, here are the wedding capes that we recommend…
If Your Dress Is Lace….
Nothing looks better than lots of lace. If you have a dress that is all-over lace, consider adding the Collins Lace Bridal Cape. This traditional cape can be worn with strapless bridal gowns or bridal gowns with straps. It ties easily around the neck and offers a dramatic look that will set your look apart in the best way possible.
If Your Dress Has a Low Back…
A bridal gown with a dramatic low back calls for a wedding cape that highlights its already beautiful design. The Amelia Lace Bridal Cape features modern embroidered lace motifs in a “V” shaped design. This will highlight the low back detail of your dress while adding extra visual impact in a way that a traditional veil never could.
If Your Dress is Sleek & Simple…
Add texture, pattern, and dimension to your sleek, simple bridal gown by adding the Florence Embroidered Lace Bridal Cape. The all-over lace pattern makes a subtle statement – offering a unique pattern without detracting from your minimalist aesthetic.
If Your Dress Features A Pop of Color…
Dresses with colorful sashes or embroidery call for a wedding cape that matches their unique beauty. The Genevieve Bridal Cape is intricate, elegant, and features soft pastel tones for added elegance. This botanical beauty is a wedding cape that guests will be talking about long after you’ve walked down the aisle.
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