Brides with lace capes

The lace bridal capes

Bridal capes are a timeless fashion staple, but they come back cyclically, and will continue to be a trend in the bridal universe in 2025.

If we look at the new trends in bridal fashion, it is easy to notice that more and more garments are worn layered, so that they can be removed at different stages of the ceremony.

The trend of detachable accessories and dresses is joined by capes due to the deseasonalization of weddings and the surprise effect that this garment adds to multi-stage weddings.

At l’Arca we recover the Brussels lace and plumetti household linens from past centuries to turn them into capes that are integrated into the most desired dresses.

Creating sustainable garments and recovering old fabrics is one of our top priorities.

“It’s a piece that’s in the imagination of many brides, something that protects them and makes them the center of attention at the same time.”

Nina Balmes, creative director

Veil or cape? With a bridal cape, you don’t have to give up anything.

This combination of a cape veil over a slip dress satisfies the taste of brides who do not want to give up the veil.

Are bridal capes in fashion?

Some layers are worn as very long veils trailing on the floor, like a veil or a mantilla, but always leaving the nape of the neck visible . Hairstyles are playing an increasingly important role in the bridal look.

“This trend has a long life because we have fused this current trend on the catwalk with the Spanish taste for lace and transparencies; the cape veil is the result.”

Nina Balmes, creative director of l’Arca

Capes began to be worn with evening dresses in 1930

Although capes have existed since at least the 11th century, the garment has been constantly reimagined throughout fashion history.

The cape can even be fitted with a hood, an ideal look for spring and winter weddings.

The difference a cape makes to an outfit is unlike any other garment in a bridal wardrobe. We invite you to discover the styles we have available for you.

Credits

Styling: Susanna Cabrera

Photo: Franco Gribodo

Hairstyles: Susanna Cabrera

Location: Castell de Benviure