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Flutter Sleeve Wedding Dresses, Made to Measure

A flutter sleeve hangs loose from the shoulder seam. It covers the top of your arm without holding it, so when you walk it moves, and when you stop it settles back.

We make six flutter sleeve gowns, each cut and hand-sewn in Shany's studio in Israel. Order a standard size, or choose Custom Made and the gown is drafted from your own measurements.

Standard sizes from $919 USD. Ships worldwide, duties prepaid for the US.

Bride in a boho French lace wedding dress with loose flutter sleeves, front view

What is a flutter sleeve?

A flutter sleeve is a short, unfitted sleeve that falls away from the arm in soft folds. There's no elastic or cuff at the hem, and nothing is sewn close to the skin, which is why any breeze catches it. On a wedding dress you get some coverage over the shoulder while your arms stay free to hug people, dance and hold a bouquet.

People often mix it up with two neighbors:

Sleeve How it sits In our flutter collection
Cap sleeve Small and fitted, sits on top of the shoulder Not in this group
Flutter sleeve Loose, drops from the shoulder seam and moves freely Wren, Freya and both Flutter Sleeve Boho gowns
Bell-like flutter Longer, and widens as it falls Mira and Pearl

For every sleeve we make, from fitted lace to off-shoulder, see our guide to wedding dress sleeves.

Choose your flutter sleeve gown

All six come in ivory / soft white, in lace, with an open or V back. The biggest difference is the sleeve: the first four are short and airy, while Mira and Pearl run longer and flare toward a bell.

Wren flutter sleeve lace wedding dress, deep V back

The Wren Gown

The lightest of the six. Lace all the way through, sleeves finished with a lace border, and a deep V that repeats in the back.

Standard size from $919 USD

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Flutter sleeves boho French lace wedding dress, front view

Flutter Sleeves Boho Lace

Soft French lace and sleeves that hang completely free. The open back keeps it relaxed.

Standard size from $920 USD

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Flutter sleeve boho lace wedding dress with deep V-neck

Flutter Sleeve Boho

Premium French lace in a loose bohemian line. The sleeves cover the shoulder, the back stays open.

Standard size from $929 USD

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Freya flutter sleeve vintage lace wedding dress, bodice and V-neck detail

The Freya Gown

Vintage French lace, a V-neck and an open back with a trail. Built for a garden ceremony that turns into a long party.

Standard size from $959 USD

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Mira bell flutter sleeve lace wedding dress on illusion tulle, bodice detail

The Mira Gown

Bell-shaped sleeves you can still move in, French lace on illusion tulle, and a deep V. Train optional.

Standard size from $929 USD

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Pearl long flutter sleeve lace wedding dress, deep V back

The Pearl Gown

Long flutter sleeves that are almost bells, over a deep V front and back. Lace on ivory lining, not a sequin on it.

Standard size from $949 USD

Shop Pearl

Side by side

Gown Lace Back Train option From (USD)
Wren Special lace throughout Deep V Yes $919
Flutter Sleeves Boho Lace Soft French lace Open Ask Shany $920
Flutter Sleeve Boho Premium French lace Open Ask Shany $929
Mira French lace on illusion tulle Deep V Yes $929
Pearl French lace on ivory lining Deep V Yes $949
Freya Vintage French lace Open, with a trail Yes $959

Prices are for standard sizes. Pick your size and options on the product page to see the current price, including Custom Made. Want to compare with short-sleeve styles too? Browse all short and flutter sleeve gowns.

How a made-to-measure flutter sleeve gown gets to you

  1. 1

    Pick your gown and size

    Take a standard size, or choose Custom Made and send your bust, waist, hips, height and hollow-to-hem. The measurement guide walks you through it.

  2. 2

    Shany checks your numbers

    She reads every set of measurements herself before cutting, and writes back if two of them don't agree. This is also when to ask for a longer sleeve or a shallower neckline.

  3. 3

    Sewn in 5-6 weeks

    Your gown is cut and hand-sewn in the studio in Hod HaSharon, just outside Tel Aviv.

  4. 4

    At your door in 3-7 business days

    DHL or UPS Express, tracked and insured. US orders ship Delivered Duty Paid, so there's nothing extra to pay on arrival.

Order at least 10 weeks before your wedding. That leaves room for delivery and for a small local adjustment if you want one. More detail on how made-to-measure works.

Shany Sasson with a measuring tape among lace wedding dresses in her studio

Who makes your dress

Meet Shany Sasson

Shany is a third-generation tailor. She opened the Lace & Love studio in 2011, and she still answers every bride's message herself.

If you're between two gowns, or want to know how a flutter sleeve will sit on your shoulders, send her a photo and ask before you order.

Ask Shany About Your Dress

Same studio, also on Etsy

Etsy Star Seller

5.0 out of 5, from 215 reviews

Etsy rating and status checked September 16, 2026.

“this dress is beautiful! and fits perfect.”
Janice · Etsy review, September 1, 2026
“Shany was amazing and the communication was great.”
Emily · Etsy review, June 30, 2026
“The entire experience was a pleasure.”
Kim · Etsy review, June 23, 2026

LaceAndLoveBrides on Etsy is our own shop, and Shany answers your questions whichever one you buy from. Prices, custom options and return terms can differ between the two, so check the listing you order from.

Flutter sleeve questions

Can I raise my arms and dance in flutter sleeves?

Yes. The sleeve hangs loose from the shoulder seam and never closes around the arm, so there's nothing to pull when you lift your arms.

Can I change the sleeve length or shape?

Usually. Sleeve length and shape, neckline depth and back coverage can all be adjusted before the fabric is cut. Tell Shany what you want before you order and she'll confirm what holds its shape on that gown.

Do you make flutter sleeve wedding dresses in plus sizes?

Yes. Choose Custom Made and the gown is drafted from your measurements, whatever your size or height. See our plus size boho wedding dresses page for more.

How long does it take to get my dress?

Production takes 5-6 weeks, then 3-7 business days by DHL or UPS Express. Order at least 10 weeks before the wedding.

Will I pay customs or duties in the US?

No. US orders ship Delivered Duty Paid, with duties and taxes prepaid at checkout. Alaska, Hawaii and U.S. territories carry an extra $150 shipping fee, so contact us first if you're there.

Can I return a flutter sleeve dress?

Eligible standard-size orders can be returned if you contact us within 7 days of delivery. Custom Made gowns are final sale once production starts. The full returns policy has the details, and the main FAQ covers everything else.

Not sure which one?

Send Shany your wedding date and the gown you keep coming back to. She'll tell you honestly whether it fits the day you're planning.