Choosing an Off the Shoulder Wedding Dress
Choosing the right off-the-shoulder wedding dress is always a dreamy challenge. These dresses are a vessel of love and timeless romance, providing the bride with the perfect balance of sophistication, sensuality, and charm. No other silhouette beautifully highlights the collarbones while accentuating the shoulders and overall neckline, making it irresistibly feminine and soft.
Whether it’s a beach ceremony, a quiet indoor wedding, a grand gala night, or something in between—an off-shoulder dress is exactly what you need.
Olivia Bottega ensures that off-shoulder dresses are available in custom sizes to flatter every bride, allowing a flawless fit with no extra stress or tailoring on your big day! From voluminous princess ball gowns to minimalist A-lines, midi off-shoulder cuts, and so much more—let the perfect off-shoulder wedding dress create your unforgettable bridal moment.
Latest Trends in Off the Shoulder Wedding Dresses
The biggest 2025 bridal trend within the off-the-shoulder wedding dress line is the long sleeve off-shoulder gown. It’s a perfect blend of a romantic neckline, balanced details, and plenty of room for the bride’s creativity.
Lace off-shoulder dresses remain hugely popular—especially those adorned with florals, sheer details, and sparkle. Structured satin off-shoulder wedding dresses have made a strong comeback, offering a timeless aesthetic ideal for minimalist weddings and fashion-forward brides.
If you’re looking for something bold that makes a statement, an off-the-shoulder ball gown with a full-volume dramatic skirt is the way to go.
Styles of Off the Shoulder Wedding Dresses
Off-the-shoulder dresses come in various styles, making this silhouette incredibly versatile yet feminine. The most popular styles have been—and continue to be—a flattering A-line off-shoulder gown, a fitted mermaid, a princess gown, boho-chic off-shoulder straps, and even simple, minimalist off-the-shoulder designs.
These look gorgeous in every setting and season, offering the bride utmost comfort and confidence on her big day.
Whether you adore a lace-covered look or a sleek satin finish—an off-shoulder gown is exactly what you need.
Off the Shoulder Dresses for Different Seasons and Themes
Off-the-shoulder bridal dresses adapt easily to various settings and seasons, providing a little warmth when it’s chilly and allowing more air when it’s warmer.
A lightweight tulle off-shoulder gown is perfect for a beach wedding, while denser skirts and heavier fabrics like mikado offer extra comfort without sacrificing style in a forest wedding setting.
Even the neckline adds versatility: lace and drop sleeves bring a vintage vibe that’s super trendy, while a dreamy, fairytale sparkly off-shoulder gown never goes out of style.
Plus-Size Options for Off the Shoulder Wedding Dresses
Olivia Bottega is always about being inclusive. We believe that each and every bride should feel beautiful on her big day—that’s why we offer custom size options for every off-the-shoulder dress.
A fitted bodice provides more support, while a flowing skirt adds elegance and beauty. Our plus-size off-the-shoulder wedding dresses are designed specifically to highlight your very best features without compromising comfort.
Any dress you’ve been dreaming of—we’ll make sure it becomes a reality.
Styling and Accessories for Off the Shoulder Wedding Gowns
The off-the-shoulder neckline invites playful, romantic styling—giving the bride the freedom to highlight her favorite features: collarbones, shoulders, face, waist, hips, and more by choosing the right accessories.
A simple off-the-shoulder wedding dress looks impressive when paired with a cathedral-length veil, adding extra drama to the look. A drop-sleeve wedding dress calls for a collarbone-grazing pendant or a pair of statement earrings.
Wear your hair in an updo to give your shoulders a moment to shine—quite literally—or wear it down for a full 2025 princess vibe.
