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For brides who are LDS (Latter Day Saints), and plan to get married in a temple, it’s important to choose a gown that meets the requirements of temple policies.

Temple Requirements

Although there is some slight variation between temples, most temples have quite strict guidelines about what is appropriate for a bride to wear on her wedding day. It is important to be familiar with these rules before you start shopping, as it will help you to narrow down your search considerably.

Your gown should be completely white. It should have long sleeves, and if they are sheer or lace they must be lines. You need to choose a dress with a high neckline so as not to show any cleavage, and the back should be fully covered as well. If you have a wedding gown you love, but it has short sleeves, the temple will ask you to wear an insert – some temples rent them, or you can purchase one in advance. If your wedding gown features a train, it needs to be bustled or detachable.

It is important to choose a wedding gown that is simple in design and free of excessive sequins, beadwork, or other embellishments.

Some brides choose to purchase small jackets that can be worn over a wedding gown to make it more appropriate.

If you’re not sure about a specific wedding gown, it is wise to check with your clergy before purchasing the dress.

Temple Wedding Dress Style

Choosing a modest wedding gown for your wedding day means choosing a gown that is elegant, timeless, and classic. Just because your gown is modest, doesn’t mean it can’t have unique style and gorgeous detail. Many modest wedding dresses are made of the very highest quality fabrics, and feature beautiful detailing that is subtle enough to meet most standards, whether they are religious or personal.

Where to shop for Temple Wedding Dresses

While many shops offer gowns that are appropriate, depending on where you live, you might find boutiques that specialize in modest wedding gowns that are temple-ready. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box though – many wedding gowns can be modified to have higher necks or longer sleeves, converting an off-the-rack gown to something that is perfectly acceptable for a traditional temple ceremony!

Sew Your Own Temple Wedding Dress

If you want your gown to be something that is truly special, consider choosing a style and sewing it – either yourself, with a close loved one, or with a local seamstress! You can help to create a wearable work-of-art that represents both your own personal style and your religious views. A handmade wedding gown is something you will cherish for the rest of your life, and which can be handed down to future generations!

Choosing a wedding gown is one of the most important shopping adventures of your life, and if you are wedding in a traditional temple ceremony, it can be a deeply moving purchase. Find a gown that meets the restrictions of your temple – and meets your own personal tastes! Remember, if you are unsure of anything, be sure to ask a qualified member of your clergy.

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