The 17 Best Lace Wedding Dresses We Love in 2023

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Lace has long been considered to be a traditional material for wedding dresses. For many, the delicate and feminine fabric is synonymous with bridal gowns. A heavy lace dress may feel too formal and stuffy for a modern wedding day look, but the intricacies of the material—whether it's chantilly, guipure, broderie anglaise, or alencon—are classic and compelling. What’s more, not all lace wedding dresses are created equal. Some gowns feature an all-over lace design, while others are simply accented or trimmed with the delicate material.

So, whether you’re set on a lace wedding dress or need a little more convincing, we’ve rounded up scores of beautiful lace wedding dresses to inspire your bridal style. Of course, we’ve taken various venues, silhouette preferences, aesthetics, and price points into account. Options range from timeless shapes like a sheath to A-line and mermaid silhouettes; sleeves and necklines vary from long to off-the-shoulder and strapless; and styles included bohemian details, traditional cuts, and modern designs.

Read on for the best lace wedding dresses, for every bridal style and budget.

Courtesy of Amsale

This short-sleeve wedding dress may seem simple, but sequin embellished lace gives the fit-to-flare silhouette a quietly dazzling feel. Flutter sleeves make it even sweeter for your wedding day.

Price at time of publish: $4,250

Size: Custom | Material: Tulle, lace | Length: Floor

Courtesy of Net-a-Porter

We're picturing this minimalist lace wedding gown on a beach bride. The plunging neckline and pin-thin crisscross straps come with a nostalgic, toes-in-the-sand feel we love.

Price at time of publish: $1,400

Size: UK2–UK14 | Material: Silk | Length: Floor

Oscar de la Renta

This illusion-style lace wedding dress has a fresh, yet classic look for the bride who craves tradition with a twist. The cap sleeves and plunging back work harmoniously together to create a sophisticated, aisle-ready look.

Price available upon request

Size: Custom | Length: Floor

Courtesy of David's Bridal

We can picture this gorgeous lace dress on a seaside bride with a tropical flower or simple floral crown embellishment in her hair. The low scoop back is perfect for showing off sun-kissed skin.

Price at time of publish: $449

Size: Custom | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor

Anthropologie

We envision this fit-and-flare lace wedding dress on a bohemian or vintage-inspired bride with whimsical taste. Although it features all-over lace appliques, the plunging illusion neckline creates a modern look. What's more, the sleeves are removable for a more versatile style.

Price at time of publish: $1,695

Size: Custom| Material: Nylon, polyester | Length: Floor

Courtesy of Anne Barge

We can't get over the delicate tulle off-the-shoulder straps on this lace gown, which come together to tie in the back and delicately extend into a train. They're an elegant offset to the intricate beading and embroidery on this mermaid silhouette.

Price at time of publish: $5,710

Size: Custom | Material: Tulle | Length: Floor

Anthropologie

Cap sleeves and a scalloped neckline give this lace wedding dress a classic look with edge. Worth obsessing over: the tiny pearl buttons that line the back.

Price at time of publish: $1,400

Size: Custom | Material: Cotton, nylon, spandex | Length: Floor

Courtesy of Berta

With an ethereal feel, this sheer lace wedding dress is utterly sweet and stunning. If the fabric feels too daring, you can easily have this lined for more coverage.

Price available upon request

Size: Custom | Material: Tulle, lace | Length: Floor

Courtesy of Pronovias

This évassée style wedding gown takes inspiration from the 1920s and features handmade lace and a dramatic tulle chapel train. It's made for the glamorous bride craving a bit of glitz.

Price available upon request

Size: Custom | Material: Tulle, satin, lace | Length: Floor

We love the juxtaposition of intricate lace detailing and a simple skirt silhouette. We envision this gorgeous gown on a modern bohemian bride in the spring or summer.

Price at time of publish: $89

Size: XS–XL | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor

Courtesy of Grace Loves Lace

This long-sleeve lace wedding gown features a combination of French and Japanese lace for an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind look. A high neckline in the front perfectly balances out the low-cut back and body-skimming fit.

Price at time of publish: $3,200

Size: Custom | Material: Nylon, elastane | Length: Floor

Anthropologie

Voluminous sleeves and geometric lace give this bohemian dress a modern-romantic feel. We can picture it with a delicate hairpiece or a whisper-thin veil.

Price at time of publish: $1,950

Size: 0–16 | Material: Viscose, polyester | Length: Floor

Lulus

With a high neckline, this lace wedding dress appears almost demure from the front. But turn to the back and you'll see a bold open-back and waist-skimming plunge that gives off a hint of sexiness.

Price at time of publish: $119

Size: XS–XL | Material: Cotton, nylon, polyester | Length: Floor

Anthropologie

Three-dimensional floral appliques give this puff sleeve lace wedding dress a whimsical look. We love it for a springtime wedding among fresh flowers and trees or for a rustic summer wedding at sunset.

Price at time of publish: $1,495

Size: 00–15 | Material: Lace | Length: Floor

Courtesy of Lulus

Off-the-shoulder dresses tend to be super flattering for the upper body. We love this one from Lulus, which flaunts a lacy overlay with intricate beading, a sweetheart neckline, a cascading mermaid skirt, and a court-length train.

Price at time of publish: $299

Size: 2–10 | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor

Taking a cue from early-Victorian bridal gowns, this stunning dress is crafted using techniques and motifs from the historic era. It features layered cotton embroidery over delicate tulle to add rich dimension and subtle texture to the bodice and empire waist.

Price at time of publish: $1,495

Size: 0–26 | Material: Polyester tulle, lace, cotton embroidery | Length: Floor

Looking for something with a romantic, floor-skimming train? The Gaspard Gown might be just the thing. Fit for a fairy tale, this enchanting wedding dress boasts intricate lace detailing all over the bodice and skirt, which sweeps down into a court-length train.

Price at time of publish: $1,300

Size: 0–16 | Material: Cotton, polyester | Length: Floor

From vintage-inspired gowns to modern mermaid silhouettes like the Anne Barge Raven Wedding Dress, there are seemingly endless styles of lace wedding dresses to choose from. When looking for a wedding dress, think about the theme, the location, and your personal style. It's also important to consider the season and the temperature range at your venue—if it's going to be warm outside, you'll want to go with a lighter weight fabric and potentially a dress with lace elements versus allover detailing.

To narrow down your options, it can be helpful to familiarize yourself with the different types of lace (e.g. Chantilly, alençon, guipure, etc.) and to identify what kind of look you’re going for. For example, classic brides may opt for gowns in delicate Chantilly lace for a traditional look while some brides may be drawn to graphic and geometric lace for a more modern aesthetic. Our favorite guipure design is the Michael Lo Sordo Alexandra Silk Guipure Lace Gown.

You can find many allover lace styles like the Jenny by Jenny Yoo Lourdes Flutter Sleeves Gown. Want a more subtle look? Go for a dress that's accented with lace in the form of a scalloped hemline or an eyelash lace trim make for the perfect finishing touch to a simple gown.

There are many different types of lace! They range from light and delicate to thick and graphic. Like any other fabric, lace ranges in quality and price. Some of the most popular options for wedding dresses include chantilly, alençon, and guipure.

Absolutely! If you're having a beach or destination wedding, it's best to pick a wedding dress that's crafted from lightweight fabrics and delicate or sheer lace to accommodate the setting.

Lace wedding dresses can sometimes be more expensive because of the labor cost involved in making them. Handmade lace is beautiful, but know that it will dramatically increase the price of a wedding dress.

Laura Lajiness Kaupke is a writer and editor who covers fashion, accessories, beauty, and fine jewelry for Brides. Her work also appears in ELLE, InStyle, Glamour, Refinery29, POPSUGAR, Well+Good, and Barneys New York.