Short wedding dress
Cymbeline is THE leading Parisian bridal brand, and the short wedding dress holds a special place within its collection. Shaped by the delicate hands of our seamstresses and their unique expertise, each creation combines the elegance of tradition with the boldness of modernity. More free-spirited and contemporary, it appeals to brides who want to express their personality on their wedding day. Available in our boutiques. CymbelineOur consultants have many models to show you, to help you find the one that will meet all your expectations.
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Our collection of short dresses for your wedding
Saying "I do" in a short wedding dress means daring to create a look unlike any other. Feminine and refined, our collection cultivates a modern spirit without abandoning tradition, so you feel perfectly beautiful and comfortable on this precious day.
Blending trendiness and elegance, each creation bears the signature of our ateliers. You'll find the short wedding dress of your dreams, the one that reveals your style and accompanies every moment of the ceremony.
Short lace wedding dresses
Lace transcends time without losing any of its emotional power. Whether used in bodices, armholes, or edging, it adorns our short dresses with a delicate femininity that is both romantic and resolutely modern. Discover the designs where it is expressed with the most grace.
American lace armholes, pleated tulle skirt and open back joining a high collar, for a neckline that needs no jewelry.
Defined at the waist by fine Calais lace and punctuated by plays of transparency, it combines refinement and a touch of whimsy.
Short basque in mikado and lace, with thin straps and a belt highlighting the waist, ideal for a civil ceremony or a summer wedding.
From the Forever collection, its all-lace bodice and short, airy tulle skirt make it a timeless and bohemian chic dress.
Short and original wedding outfits
For brides who want to break free from tradition, the fashion house designs daring pieces where the dress is reinvented as a jumpsuit, jacket, or tuxedo. These are distinctive creations, designed for those who dare to create a unique silhouette on their wedding day.
A-line structured mikado couture creation, it asserts a minimalist and avant-garde style, to be worn with its matching long-sleeved jacket.
A unique piece in crepe with the look of a sophisticated blazer, this tuxedo dress with a crossover neckline appeals to brides in search of modernity.
More than a dress, a Haute Couture inspired crepe tuxedo, whose sleeves elegantly envelop autumn and winter brides.
A sleek satin dress with a deep, rounded back neckline, enhanced by a matching overskirt with a train for a couture and avant-garde look.
Why choose a short dress for your wedding?
Long reserved for civil ceremonies, the short dress has established itself as a choice in its own right, worn by brides in search of freedom and character.
Several reasons explain this growing success :
- Total freedom of movement, freed from the train, to dance and move about among your guests without constraint;
- A lively and modern silhouette, which reveals the leg and highlights a pretty pair of shoes;
- A rare versatilityfrom the civil wedding to the summer reception, from the bohemian ceremony to the more intimate second wedding;
- A strong personalitywhere the short dress dares to be whimsical and unique without sacrificing elegance.
Choosing a short dress is ultimately a way to celebrate your union in your own image, with the boldness and refinement that define the spirit of the house. Cymbeline.
How to choose your short wedding dress?
Finding the perfect wedding dress is all about striking a delicate balance between your figure, your personal style, and the setting of your celebration. Our consultants will guide you every step of the way, but a few pointers will help you refine your intuition even before your first appointment.
Body shape, fabric, season: the criteria for finding your short dress
1 – The first guideline is your silhouette. An A-line cut, like Brooke's or Polly's, accentuates the waist and gently elongates the figure, while a fitted bustier, like Room's, hugs the curves for a confident look. A jumpsuit or tuxedo, like Métis's, creates a modern and structured vertical line.
2 – The fabric then guides the overall feel of your outfit. Lace evokes romance and delicacy, tulle adds lightness and movement, mikado offers a structured and couture look, crepe provides contemporary fluidity, and satin lends a luminous elegance. Each fabric demonstrates a different intention, from the most bohemian to the most avant-garde.
3 – Finally, the season will refine your choice. A sleeveless tulle dress is ideal for a summer wedding, while a long-sleeved crepe gown will keep autumn and winter brides warm and comfortable. Our consultants will guide you toward the perfect design that suits your figure, your preferences, and your wedding date.
Trying on your short wedding dress with Cymbeline
During personalized fittings with our consultants, find the short dress of your dreams that will make you look stunning on your wedding day. To ensure this moment remains a time of discovery and well-being, we recommend booking your appointment at least 6 months before your wedding date.
The journey unfolds in several stages :
- The first fitting, a moment of discovery where you explore the models with our advisors to identify the style that suits you.
- The creation of your dress, made to order by our workshops once your choice has been made.
- The second fitting, which allows you to discover your model and results in pinning it to the measurements.
- The third fittingwhere your dress, adjusted by our seamstresses, perfectly fits your figure.
To fully experience this unforgettable memory, we advise you to come accompanied by one or two people from your circle, to share this moment and compare points of view.
House Cymbelinefor a short wedding dress that reflects your style
THE HOUSE Cymbeline conceived exceptional creations inspired by different women, silhouettes of today and tomorrow.
Created by a team of designers with extensive knowledge of Haute Couture catwalks and heirs to ancestral French know-how, each dress is conceived, designed and created for you, future bride.
In the universe CymbelineAll our wedding dresses are unique and on the day of the ceremony, you will be just as unique as she is.
And for a ceremony at the town hall, also discover our selection dedicated to civil wedding dresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I plan for the first fitting of my short wedding dress?
To properly prepare for your first fitting of your short wedding dress, plan for the following items:
- Flesh-colored underwear ;
- The shoes being considered for the big day, if you have already chosen them;
- Accessories you would like to wear (gloves, headband, brooch, veil, bracelets, earrings).
These few preparations allow our consultants to appreciate the overall result and guide you in the most appropriate way.
What to do once you have chosen the dress?
Once you have chosen your short wedding dress, our workshops make it to order, then adjust it to your measurements during the fittings.
The procedure is as follows :
- Our seamstresses will make your design;
- At the second fitting, you discover your dress and proceed to pin it;
- By the third fitting, your dress is perfectly adapted to your figure.
Remember to bring your accessories, shoes and underwear to each appointment, for a fitting that accurately reflects the final look.
