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This soft A-line short dress features a strapless scoop neckline adorned with layered dimensional lace appliqué for a romantic touch. The lace-embellished floral appliqué over a nude lining creates a delicate and elegant look, while the structured form ensures a flattering fit. Perfect for a wedding reception, engagement photoshoot, or rehearsal dinner, this dress adds effortless charm to any special occasion.

Andrea & Leo Couture

This enchanting A-line dress features a strapless scoop neckline and a voluminous tulle skirt adorned with delicate feather-beaded floral appliqués. The embellished tulle fabric adds a touch of whimsy, perfect for creating memorable moments. Ideal for a wedding reception, engagement photoshoot, or rehearsal dinner, this short dress brings graceful elegance to any celebration.

Andrea & Leo Couture

This soft A-line dress features a sweetheart off-the-shoulder neckline and long sleeves adorned with delicate Chantilly lace and scalloped eyelash lace hem. The A-line silhouette offers a graceful and flattering fit, making it perfect for a wedding reception, engagement photoshoot, or rehearsal dinner. Embrace timeless elegance with this beautifully detailed dress, designed to make every special occasion unforgettable.

Andrea & Leo Couture

This soft A-line dress features a strapless sweetheart neckline and a sheer boned bodice for a delicate yet structured fit. The lace appliqué skirt with nude lining adds a touch of romance to the short, playful silhouette. Perfect for a wedding reception, engagement photoshoot, or rehearsal dinner, this dress exudes elegance and charm.

Andrea & Leo Couture

This stunning short A-line dress features a strapless scoop neckline and a full godet skirt, perfect for twirling. Adorned with lace and embellished floral appliqué, the design is elevated with a stiff crinoline for added volume and structure. Ideal for a wedding reception, engagement photoshoot, or rehearsal dinner, this short dress brings elegance and charm to every moment.

Andrea & Leo Couture

This short A-line dress features a sweetheart neckline, sleeveless straps, and a sheer boned bodice for a structured, supportive fit. Delicate lace appliques are scattered across the layered tulle, adding a romantic touch to its playful design. Perfect for a bridal shower, engagement shoot, bachelorette party, or as a fun reception dress, this gown exudes charm and elegance.

Andrea & Leo Couture

A dazzling strapless mini-bustier dress adorned with delicate lace, sequins, beads, and voluminous organza flowers. The dress can be complemented with gloves made from the same lace and floral decorations. Perfect as a second wedding dress or a go-out party dress

Whisper of Temptation by Ricca Sposa

Starling is a breathtaking sparkly short wedding dress designed to leave an unforgettable impression. Her squared, straight neckline is paired with tank straps for effortless elegance, while her intricate beaded lace details ensure she shines as brightly as the diamonds on your finger. This fun yet glamorous short A-line wedding dress includes hidden pockets, blending style with practicality. Perfect for the bride seeking a statement look for a destination wedding or a chic reception, Starling's glittering design will light up any romantic celebration.

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AA2505 Starling

Discover the AW Tulip Wedding Dress: a lace A-line gown with a mini hem and V-neckline. This charming dress features a zipper back, sleeveless spaghetti straps, and is perfect for brides seeking a playful and elegant look.

AW Tulip Wedding Dress

Wedding dress with off-shoulder neckline with dropped sleeves in mikado

Sleeveless short wedding dress in Mikado

This short dress crafted from exquisite shimmering mesh with pearls. It is complemented with feathers and removable mesh sleeves with pearls.

Amalfi Passion collection by Ricca Sposa

Explore the AW Thistle Wedding Dress: a tulle A-line design with a knee-length hem and bateau neckline. Featuring a zipper back, 3/4 sleeves, and a strapless option, this dress is ideal for brides desiring a sophisticated and timeless look

AW Thistle Wedding Dress

Nuria is a captivating short wedding dress designed for the bride seeking sleek elegance with a glamorous twist. Crafted from satin, this strapless dress showcases a semi-sweetheart neckline, offering a timeless and romantic silhouette. The addition of pearl beading on the bodice lends a luxurious, statement-worthy touch that makes Nuria truly shine. Designed for both style and practicality, the dress features pockets, making her as functional as she is chic—perfect for a variety of bridal occasions.

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This dress showcases a satin corset and an organza skirt embellished with 3D flowers, blending romance and sophistication. Ideal for a bride looking for a graceful and refined style.

Dance of Puglia by LOVE by Ricca Sposa

25-016(2) Rosetta

Sheath wedding dress with crew neckline and cap sleeves in crepe

Atelier Pronovias

Martina Liana Luxe

Lilith is a breathtakingly simple yet undeniably glamorous short wedding dress. Crafted from sleek satin, this mini wedding dress is perfect for beach or destination weddings, offering both sophistication and statement-making allure. Her asymmetrical neckline adds a modern touch, while the detachable beaded bodice piece brings a hint of visual intrigue. For brides looking for versatility, Lilith’s detachable train creates a dramatic look for the ceremony and can be easily removed for a more playful vibe at the reception.

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Wedding dress strapless sleeveless in lace

Antonia is a daring and bold short wedding dress for an unconventional bride who loves to make a statement. Featuring a plunging halter neckline and a flirty short sheath silhouette, this mini wedding dress exudes sultry beach vibes with her intricate 3D lace detailing. Her open back is the ultimate showstopper, making her perfect for elopements or destination weddings. Antonia’s edgy, backless design ensures you turn heads as you walk down the aisle, offering a balance of boho-chic and fearless style for the bride ready to stand out.

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The L522 minimalist wedding dress is a playful yet elegant choice for the modern bride. This bridal gown features a structured sweetheart bodice that highlights the waist, leading into a voluminous mini skirt made from delicate corrugated tulle. The lightweight fabric creates an airy, romantic look while maintaining a contemporary edge. The dress is strapless, allowing the shoulders and neckline to shine beautifully. A charming flower detail on one shoulder adds a touch of whimsy. For added versatility, an optional long sheer skirt transforms this mini silhouette into a floor-length statement piece. Perfect for brides who want a bold, stylish, and unique wedding day look.

Make a statement at every wedding occasion with our mini wedding dress, Angee. Crafted from luxurious taffeta, she offers the perfect balance of elegance and playfulness. Her flattering short A-line silhouette accentuates your figure, while her optional cap sleeves provide an extra touch of sophistication. Whether you choose to wear her at your reception, the ceremony, or rehearsal dinner, this dress is designed to make you feel confident and stylish.

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With her tailored jacket design, Hollyn’s bold short wedding dress silhouette merges classic bridal elegance with modern design. Perfect for a sophisticated city wedding, charming bridal shower, or a stylish courthouse affair, this ensemble offers both formality and freedom of movement. The streamlined cut accentuates the natural waist, while a slight flare adds just the right amount of playfulness. Ideal for the bride who wants to make a statement and cherish ease on her special day.

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The sparkly mini wedding dress of your dreams has finally arrived, and she goes by the name of Berry. This exquisite short gown is adorned with intricate beaded lace that shimmers with every step you take. She features tank straps that beautifully balance her overall design, providing a pleasing symmetry to her square neckline and shoulder area. With her versatile sheath silhouette, Berry allows brides to have the option to accessorize with a pair of elegant gloves for a touch of vintage glamour or attach her detachable overskirt to add some drama for the walk down the aisle.

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So fun and spunky, this stand-out mini dress features an exposed front and back bodice, a flattering v-neckline with supportive straps and a voluminous mini skirt with floral embroidered lace. For 2 looks in 1, pair this mini dress with its matching step out skirt 2550SK to transform your look into an A-line ( sold separately).

Casablanca Bridal

A world where this mini A line wedding dress doesn’t exist isn’t a world we’d want to live in. Designed with an ultra-feminine floral lace overlay, a modest high neckline, and long sleeves adorned with elegant pearl buttons that match her back details. Whether you wear her down the aisle or as a reception dress, no one will be able to contain their excitement with how perfect you look wearing her.

Angela & Alison

This charming short dress is crafted from delicate 3D floral chiffon appliqués, creating a romantic and playful look. The design is enhanced by a removable tulle skirt, adding versatility and a dramatic flair. The ethereal tulle skirt adds a touch of whimsy, making this design ideal for a bride who loves to make a statement

Sincerely Yours by Yuliia Lobachova couture

Lavinia YL 26-004

Asteria elevates the short lace wedding dress trend to new heights with her captivating 3D lace that mimics the beauty of flowers just like those found in the accompanying bouquet. This enchanting mini gown boasts a fitted silhouette that, with her illusional hem, creates a stunning visual impact. Her strapless sweetheart neckline adds a touch of romance and elegance. For those seeking an extra touch of sophistication, her optional gloves designed with matching lace complement the dress perfectly, allowing brides to express their unique style and complete their bridal ensemble.

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Viktor&Rolf Mariage

MINI DAISY DRESS

Darby offers a heavily embroidered lace, which looks visually stunning atop stretch georgette, particularly as it extends to a semi-cathedral length to the train. Beadwork scatters across the bodice of this strapless, sweetheart fit and flare gown, for a gown that is simultaneously simple yet unique.

Casablanca Bridal

Fly into married life with this mini fitted wedding dress adorned with feathers and exquisite beaded lace. This sexy style is designed with flirty spaghetti straps which complement her lace up, low back perfectly. Use her as a rehearsal dinner outfit or as a wedding dress for your courthouse wedding, she will help ensure all focus is on the bride.

Angela & Alison

Sleeveless shift dress featuring a high neckband adorned with petite signature bow and open plunging V-back. Wisteria garden flower embellishments adorn the hem volant as they fade from satin to organza.

Viktor&Rolf Mariage

WISTERIA GARDEN V BACK MINI DRESS

Viktor&Rolf Mariage

Style 2557 Forentina is the sister style to our 2556, reimagined with a modern twist. This mini dress is perfect for the bride who seeks a contemporary and chic bridal look that combines sophistication with a touch of playfulness. The tank strap bodice of Forentina features a flattering scoop neckline, showcasing your shoulders and collarbone with grace. Crafted from luxurious Mikado fabric, this gown exudes a sense of refined beauty. Handmade Mikado 3D flowers adorn the dress, adding texture and visual interest that is both unique and eye-catching. Forentina may be a mini dress, but it doesn't compromise on style. It embraces the beauty of a shorter hemline, allowing you to show off some leg and create a youthful and modern bridal look. This style is perfect for intimate ceremonies or receptions, or for the bride who desires a second dress to dance the night away. Whether you choose to wear Forentina for your entire celebration or as a statement second dress, it will undoubtedly make a lasting impression. It's a dress that allows you to embrace your individuality and showcase your unique style with confidence.

Casablanca Bridal

Strapless short wedding dress with fringes

AW Janet Wedding Dress

Viktor&Rolf Mariage

EMBROIDERED SHIFT MINI

Meet Tati, a testament to modern minimalism. In Mikado fabric, her simple, mini A-line silhouette impresses while her dip neckline, strapless design and practical pockets make her a contemporary bride's dream come true. For an extra touch of charm and added details, brides can add a detachable lace long sleeved jacket providing a modest moment for the ceremony. Donned with button details, she enchants your look. Tati redefines simplicity with flair.

Angela & Alison

Introducing the AW Shinobue Wedding Dress: a satin column gown with a mini hemline and sweetheart neckline. Featuring a sleeveless, strapless design and zipper back, this dress is perfect for brides seeking a chic and modern look for their special day.

AW Shinobue Wedding Dress

Coco flaunts a mini A-Line silhouette that seems to transcend time itself with classic floral lace, feather details, and a hint of nostalgia. Her off-the-shoulder long sleeves creates an effortlessly romantic look while her straight neckline and traditional lace-up corset back are reminiscent of a bygone era. Not to mention she is designed with pockets to add even more practicality to this graceful ensemble.

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