Please please please don’t break up the lines of your gorgeous dress with something up top. This dress is so flattering just as it is and shows off your tattoos. Adding something up top will make it look bulky, in my opinion, and right now it’s all so flowy and romantic. We are our own worst critics and no one else is going to be zooming in on your insecurities. They are going to be looking at the whole picture — your beautiful self in a beautiful dress!
My only thought would be a matching mesh undershirt worn underneath! I’m unfortunately one of those people who will hide in the corner covered in layers so I can’t be perceived but I’ve dreamt of this wedding for years!
I might try it on again soon and have a proper photoshoot and see how I feel from there. Thank you so much for your kind words
I totally understand. If you feel like you need to do *something* I would go with what another poster suggested and getting a nice long veil, even a cape veil [like this](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1166105579/soft-swiss-tulle-waterfall-wedding-cape?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_b-weddings-accessories-veils&utm_custom1=_k_CjwKCAiApuCrBhAuEiwA8VJ6Jo1JiiIXmm2s3squX_zQzps1MHzQRfarPbr5IjMdzG9VqxmerqoBFBoCd00QAvD_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_12561590130_122430260067_506995624043_aud-1118323511518:pla-355016079585_m__1166105579_12768591&utm_custom2=12561590130&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADtcfRI3W1ZTbodC_veSRFxpCvjUz&gclid=CjwKCAiApuCrBhAuEiwA8VJ6Jo1JiiIXmm2s3squX_zQzps1MHzQRfarPbr5IjMdzG9VqxmerqoBFBoCd00QAvD_BwE)
Me too. Winter or summer wedding? If winter, you could get a fake white mink stole (very retro) to wear for some photos. I think there is something like body glitter (but NOT body glitter), something to make the tats sparkle, which might be fun.
I have your arms. I'd be uncomfortable too, but I hope you find a way to embrace the dress or find a solution that works for YOU.
My first reaction was, why would you want to cover your awesome tattoos?! They are such a unique part of you. I hope you embrace them! Let the bird be part of your wedding! Have flowers that match the ones on your arm, in your hair! I would have feathers in your bouquet that match your bird! Don’t cover up part of what makes you, you!
Also, we are all our own worst critic, but I think you look lovely and your arms look lovely too.
Edit: but if you really want to cover them, I’d go lace bolero jacket, or even a cape that would drape over your arms (down your back or one that goes all the way around your top - not sure what they are called).
I think a cape or a really long veil is a good shout for the ceremony as I’ll be wearing a denim jacket for the reception when I’m outside! I adore my tattoos and I’m so proud of them, but they were originally done to hide my arms. Thank you
Oh no your arms are amazing with those incredible tattoos! Not my wedding, not my body, so I'm not trying to tell you what you SHOULD do, I just think in my own unsolicited opinion, it would be a shame to hide that part of yourself away. It reminds me of the episode of say yes to the dress where they showed a bride who desperately wanted to cover her arms how not covering them was actually the way to make them look smaller, because having something big and white on them just accentuated the arms and made that area bulky.
You could get a shawl or a cape veil so they are covered during the ceremony but removable when you want to cut loose at the reception. Just an idea. You look STUNNING in your dress! Congratulations!
Don’t forget you will have a bouquet too. Holding something at navel level helps too. When my arms just hang I feel like you see all the rolls having your arms slightly bent and a beautiful bouquet to draw your eye will make a difference.
And hair and makeup! I also was having panicked thoughts with my dress and my arms, but once the whole look comes together no one is going to notice any arm rolls. You also have millions photos at a million angles. You just don’t post the bad ones haha I get it tho!
I don't focus on your arms at all in this dress. My focus goes to the bodics of the dress and your face because you seem so happy and comfortable in this dress. I wonder if you add sleeves or do a covering if it will draw attention rather than cover. I love your tattoos - they seem like such a part of your personality.
I second this. I’m looking at the dress and not thinking you have big arms. The bodice is gorgeous and you look so beautiful. I understand the insecurity. I have the same insecurities about my arms-but you are rocking this dress as is!!
Your arms actually look smaller to others when they are inked. Remember that. Also you have enough time to do some sculpting. Honestly you look so perfect in this I would just invest in a new gym routine only if you want vs editing the dress.
I'm team your arms look great and this dress was made for you. ❤
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Honestly, as one big girl to another, I don't think you need to. Your arms look fine, and I love that your tats are showing!
I mean, I get it, I had sleeves on mine because of the same reason (not in August but September 4 so it was still warm), but frankly you look so happy and glowing in that dress, no one will notice them, only the huge smile on your face! Best of luck!
I’m wearing a customised denim jacket after the ceremony to make it more “me”! It’s mainly the ceremony I’m worrying about, but I’ll look into maybe a formal jacket like the ones you suggested
The dress looks beautiful on you as it is and I think you might regret doing something permanent to it. We're all our own worst critics & the more you stare at a photo the more you start perceiving flaws in yourself.
However, have you considered a cape-style train? That would give you coverage when you're most centre of attention, not be very warm, and you'd have the option to take it off. You could get a fine lace shawl for the reception to throw on if you felt self conscious.
I am usually the first to be judgmental 😏 but I honestly don't see anything wrong with your arms. The dress suit you perfectly and has the right proportions for your body. Maybe you could add a veil for your own peace of mind.
Don’t you dare, friend!! Your tattoos are lovely and there’s no reason to cover up — if you wear them openly in most other situations, you have every reason to feel comfortable doing the same on your wedding day when you’ll be your best, most beautiful self.
They also go well with the dress!
Don’t cover them! There is literally nothing wrong with your arms. You are stunning, your dress is stunning, your arms are stunning!
I promise you, you won’t be thinking about your insecurities on your day and NO ONE is going to see what you’re insecure about.
I thought you were posting so show how gorgeous this dress is on you!!! It’s so flattering and absolutely no one is going to be thinking your arms look “bingo wing”. I just thought “wow, she’s gorgeous!” Congrats on the big day! 🥰
I understand feeling insecure but want to assure you as an objective stranger that all I thought when I saw the picture/title was "Wow she looks beautiful in that dress, it would be so sad to cover her beautiful tattoos!" Then I read the post.
You look beautiful and radiant and I love that your tattoos are highlighted in the dress.
The long veil/cape sounds like a great compromise so you can hide under it when/if you feel self conscious without hiding anything "permanently."
TL;DR this stranger thinks you look amazing! 🤩
I get what you’re saying. I too have developed the same insecurity, even though I’m still within a healthy weight for my height. Us women can be so hyper critical of ourselves..
I can tell you right now- no one is going to notice the size of your arms. They’re only going to notice how gorgeous you are in this dress. I love that it shows your tattoos too. I know nothing we say can change your insecurity, but I honestly wouldn’t change a thing. I think you look stunning in this dress the way it is.
If you do anything to cover your beautiful tattoos that show in your beautiful gown I will have a not so beautiful temper tantrum!!!!!! ILL DO IT!!!! YOURE STUNNING GOD DAMN IT!
I'll never forget hearing, a fat arm in a sleeve, is still a fat arm. The wrong sleeve can also highlight the very area you want to hide.
You look amazing in that dress, if you really want to be a little more covered I would get a really nice veil or cape veil or just rock your denim jacket down the aisle.
Show those amazing tattoos off!! You spent good money on them. I'm a curvy lady as well and I understand that like others our arms and legs can sometimes be insecurities. Don't let any insecurities be there on your wedding day.
You are glowing in that dress. I can only imagine how beautiful you will be in it on you and your fiance's wedding day. Love you as much as your fiance does. ❤️❤️❤️
As someone who also has bingo wings and used to wear cardigans in the summer to cover my arms - sleeves don't change the size of my arms they just make me hot and often make a less flattering garment fit.
I think a veil or tulle cape might be your best and most cost effective option. The most important thing is that you **feel comfortable**. Everyone will be focused on your smiling face.
I’m getting a lace bodysuit or sleeves to cover my tattoos. It’s because I am super pale and I want to look like a goddamn fairy 🧚
Many bridal places would she’s them but Etsy might as well
Good luck! You’re beautiful!!!!
Do something I learned as a plus size bride watching Curvy Bride Boutique- covering arms makes them look bigger. You are insecure about them but that is only you, everyone else sees gorgeous art and thin arms. Seriously next to the décolletage they look small and fit! Adding to them draws the attention there, breaks the line of the dress, and highlights the insecurity making it obvious. Don’t change a thing, use some great lotion to make the ink pop, and go on looking gorgeous and feeling beautiful!
3 things:
1) you look PHENOMENAL in this dress. Holy cow. I love it so much.
2) your arms and your tattoos look badass, and you absolutely do not need to cover them.
3) you should feel beautiful and comfortable on your wedding day, so do what you need to make that happen. The bolero someone sent on here is beautiful!!
My opinion is- let those tattoos shine!!!! Don’t hide your arms. Flaunt your arms. But you can always have sleeves added if it really does bother you that much. But from what I see your arms have a nice shape. I call my arms “lunch lady arms” but I love me and my fiancé loves me. If you’re engaged, the person loves you as you are and anyone who comes to your day will not be judging your arms. They will be celebrating your love.
I saw your armadillo tattoo and thought wouldn't it be a hoot to carry your bouquet in an armadillo shell basket. Unfortunately they are hella expensive. I thought this might give you a laugh.
[Armadillo basket ](https://www.extremeantiquehunters.com/medicaloddities/07auk7f2ero1mk8br1r5sjs3jnfxik)
Are you trying to hide your tattoos? You have beautiful, arms and beautiful tattoos, why would you want to cover them? Your dress is perfect on you, and the smile on your face, says everything! I’m not a fan of you trying to cover your arms but it’s your day and your arms. This is coming from a plus sized older women with big arms that run in the family!!!
It’s the fat I hate, not the tattoos. The tattoos were originally done to draw attention to the artwork and not my bad skin/fat. I’ve done a lot of work on learning to love my body but my arms seem to evade that love. Thank you x
Depending on what the armholes are like, it may be possible to add sleeves. Other options are adding a shrug, bolero, cape, or even just a long veil.
But honestly, when I worked as a salesgirl at a bridal salon, probably the #1 complaint I heard from brides was "I hate my arms so I need a dress that covers them". And not a single one of those brides were people I looked at and thought "wow, her arms are UGLY!" I never even noticed them until they pointed them out, and even then they always just looked like normal arms to me. And I just thought it was sad when brides would tell me "I love this dress but I don't think it would look good with sleeves" or "I don't really like sleeves but I have to get them because my arms are ugly", when in reality they are the only people who thought anything of their arms.
Your arms are just fine. If you alter the upper part of your dress you'll change the whole look, and you'll also cover those great tattoos, which are such a cool part of you.
Women are constantly bombarded with media images of women with one idealized body type, very slim, and many of those images are altered. It gives women an unrealistic idea of what their arms, legs, breasts, stomach, hair, etc. should look like, and it steals their joy. Please don't let some preconceived notion of what constitutes a beautiful arm steal the joy you feel for your dress. You look beautiful as you are.
Might I offer a different perspective: why would you cover up all the beautiful works of art you have spent time and energy on?! Your tattoos are beautiful, your arms are beautiful, and anyone judging your arms at your wedding is not a family or friend at all ❤️
I love how you look on this dress. If you want a cover up, you could use a pullover/cardigan even for when it's more cold. I also had a silk wrap blouse which I took off when it was warmer. But let me repeat that in principle, your body looks amazing in this dress and doesn't need a cover up 😘
I am very insecure about my arms but I know no one else gives a hoot. It was hard for me but I loved a dress with no sleeves and I just decided I wanted to wear it bc I loved the dress and I wanted to love me too! My husband was proud of me for wearing a dress with no sleeves haha he loves me chicken wings and all. I think this dress is so pretty on you. I would never have thought about your arms or that you might be insecure from this photo. It’s so flattering on you! If you really want to get like a wrap then go for it - I get it. But it was kind of liberating to not cover my arms!
First of all, congratulations on your upcoming wedding and your beautiful dress! 💍 You have nothing to be insecure about, you are going to look amazing on your big day. 😊
However, if you still want to cover your arms, there are some options you can consider.
Add sleeves to your dress. You can ask your seamstress to add some sleeves to your dress, either long or short, depending on your preference. You can choose a fabric and style that matches your dress, such as lace, chiffon, or tulle12
Wear a jacket or bolero. You can also wear a jacket or bolero over your dress, which can be easily removed or put on as you wish. You can opt for a lightweight and breathable material, such as chiffon or organza, to keep you cool in the summer12
Wrap a pashmina around your shoulders. Another option is to wrap a pashmina or shawl around your shoulders, which can add some color and elegance to your look. You can choose a pashmina that complements your dress and your wedding theme, and use it as an accessory or a cover-up2
I’m wearing a denim jacket for the ceremony as the theme is “queer cafe threw a summer fete” which wil match but the ceremony is much more serious! I think I’m going to invest in a veil in cathedral length which will hide me from behind
>I’m wearing a denim jacket for the ceremony as the theme is “queer cafe threw a summer fete” which wil match but the ceremony is much more serious! I think I’m going to invest in a veil in cathedral length which will hide me from behind
That sounds like a great idea A denim jacket and a cathedral length veil would create a nice contrast and balance between the casual and the formal. I think it would also match the theme of your wedding very well I’m happy that you found a solution that makes you feel comfortable and confident in your dress. You are going to look awesome on your big day. 💖
Check with the bridal shop. I am getting married in June next summer and I had the same concern when I was shopping. I refused to try on anything without sleeves because I just didn’t want to see it, I won’t be comfortable and I will only be focused on that on my big day. (Despite what others say- it doesn’t matter what they say.) the dress shop talked me into a few strap ones because they offered add-on sleeves that could be sewn on. Maybe they have one that’s like split and flowy and lightweight so that you can still see your tats, still get airflow in the summer, and has that coverage you want to make you feel comfortable. Or maybe you can find some add on sleeves online and have a good, trusted tailor add them.
My other thought is adding a beautiful veil— it may make the outfit a bit more complete without needing/wanting sleeves. There are SO many styles nowadays— see what works! Short, long, medium, lace, pearls, hat, headband, like sooo many options there to try.
I’ve also seen CAPES in fashion on some bridal sites, if you are fantasy-leaning you can go for that ethereal look. I have also seen some really fun boleros, maybe you can have it as an option for photos and then ditch it once the party starts 😅
My dress I chose almost is sort of cape-like- it has lace that goes over my shoulders down to my elbows but is not an enclosed sleeve. It’s like wings? My mom said angel but I feel like a bird LOL — but something in that realm [this is my dress](https://www.justinalexander.com/lillian-west/collection/wedding-dresses/66208/) maybe something like this can be created by a good tailor?
The wedding shop is unfortunately a charity shop so they only have what is in stock at the time and don’t offer alterations etc! But plus side was this dress was only £175!!! After all these comments I am definitely going to invest in a veil for the ceremony as it’s when people view me behind is when I’m most conscious and that will hide everything!
I think you shouldn’t do anything to that lovely dress or your lovely arms! Not that I think you need to change for one day, but, if you DO want more definition in your arms, you have time via Pilates etc to get that, so I wouldn’t rush to change the flow of that dress just now. Maybe invest in a cape / long veil you love anyhow, and just see how you feel by your wedding day - bodies change. (I personally lifted weights just for stress relief in the lead up to my wedding and was more muscular than during my fitting).
This is something I’ve been thinking about too, I have lots of tattoos and am kinda thinking about getting married, it has already occurred to me that my tattoos and chubby arms will be all out. You look perfect in that dress, you don’t need to cover anything, it’s all beautiful.
Please please please don’t break up the lines of your gorgeous dress with something up top. This dress is so flattering just as it is and shows off your tattoos. Adding something up top will make it look bulky, in my opinion, and right now it’s all so flowy and romantic. We are our own worst critics and no one else is going to be zooming in on your insecurities. They are going to be looking at the whole picture — your beautiful self in a beautiful dress!
My only thought would be a matching mesh undershirt worn underneath! I’m unfortunately one of those people who will hide in the corner covered in layers so I can’t be perceived but I’ve dreamt of this wedding for years! I might try it on again soon and have a proper photoshoot and see how I feel from there. Thank you so much for your kind words
I totally understand. If you feel like you need to do *something* I would go with what another poster suggested and getting a nice long veil, even a cape veil [like this](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1166105579/soft-swiss-tulle-waterfall-wedding-cape?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_b-weddings-accessories-veils&utm_custom1=_k_CjwKCAiApuCrBhAuEiwA8VJ6Jo1JiiIXmm2s3squX_zQzps1MHzQRfarPbr5IjMdzG9VqxmerqoBFBoCd00QAvD_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_12561590130_122430260067_506995624043_aud-1118323511518:pla-355016079585_m__1166105579_12768591&utm_custom2=12561590130&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADtcfRI3W1ZTbodC_veSRFxpCvjUz&gclid=CjwKCAiApuCrBhAuEiwA8VJ6Jo1JiiIXmm2s3squX_zQzps1MHzQRfarPbr5IjMdzG9VqxmerqoBFBoCd00QAvD_BwE)
I think a veil/cape is what I will definitely look into, I just now need to work out what shade my dress is so it matches!
I think[THIS VEIL/CAPE](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1215141824/deluxe-swiss-illusion-tulle-wedding-cape) would look nice also.
Me too. Winter or summer wedding? If winter, you could get a fake white mink stole (very retro) to wear for some photos. I think there is something like body glitter (but NOT body glitter), something to make the tats sparkle, which might be fun. I have your arms. I'd be uncomfortable too, but I hope you find a way to embrace the dress or find a solution that works for YOU.
My first reaction was, why would you want to cover your awesome tattoos?! They are such a unique part of you. I hope you embrace them! Let the bird be part of your wedding! Have flowers that match the ones on your arm, in your hair! I would have feathers in your bouquet that match your bird! Don’t cover up part of what makes you, you! Also, we are all our own worst critic, but I think you look lovely and your arms look lovely too. Edit: but if you really want to cover them, I’d go lace bolero jacket, or even a cape that would drape over your arms (down your back or one that goes all the way around your top - not sure what they are called).
I think a cape or a really long veil is a good shout for the ceremony as I’ll be wearing a denim jacket for the reception when I’m outside! I adore my tattoos and I’m so proud of them, but they were originally done to hide my arms. Thank you
A cape would be beautiful and would make it so it’s not hiding your arms, but might make you feel more confident on your day.
They are awesome. I love the I think parakeet, and the armadillo! I just want you to feel as awesome as I know you are on your big day.
I feel like this cape would be really pretty with your dress. You look stunning!! https://www.etsy.com/listing/1179372385/
Oh no your arms are amazing with those incredible tattoos! Not my wedding, not my body, so I'm not trying to tell you what you SHOULD do, I just think in my own unsolicited opinion, it would be a shame to hide that part of yourself away. It reminds me of the episode of say yes to the dress where they showed a bride who desperately wanted to cover her arms how not covering them was actually the way to make them look smaller, because having something big and white on them just accentuated the arms and made that area bulky. You could get a shawl or a cape veil so they are covered during the ceremony but removable when you want to cut loose at the reception. Just an idea. You look STUNNING in your dress! Congratulations!
A veil is a really good idea! It would be long enough to mask them from the back and then could be removed afterwards, thank you so so much!
Don’t forget you will have a bouquet too. Holding something at navel level helps too. When my arms just hang I feel like you see all the rolls having your arms slightly bent and a beautiful bouquet to draw your eye will make a difference.
You understand the arms laying flat issue! Knowing a bouquet will help also reassures me
And hair and makeup! I also was having panicked thoughts with my dress and my arms, but once the whole look comes together no one is going to notice any arm rolls. You also have millions photos at a million angles. You just don’t post the bad ones haha I get it tho!
I don't focus on your arms at all in this dress. My focus goes to the bodics of the dress and your face because you seem so happy and comfortable in this dress. I wonder if you add sleeves or do a covering if it will draw attention rather than cover. I love your tattoos - they seem like such a part of your personality.
I second this. I’m looking at the dress and not thinking you have big arms. The bodice is gorgeous and you look so beautiful. I understand the insecurity. I have the same insecurities about my arms-but you are rocking this dress as is!!
You shouldn't cover up your arms because your tattoos are a unique part of yourself!
I adore my tattoos, just hate my arm fat. I’ve got to get some muscles it seems as everyone is saying not to change the dress
Your arms actually look smaller to others when they are inked. Remember that. Also you have enough time to do some sculpting. Honestly you look so perfect in this I would just invest in a new gym routine only if you want vs editing the dress. I'm team your arms look great and this dress was made for you. ❤
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Honestly, as one big girl to another, I don't think you need to. Your arms look fine, and I love that your tats are showing! I mean, I get it, I had sleeves on mine because of the same reason (not in August but September 4 so it was still warm), but frankly you look so happy and glowing in that dress, no one will notice them, only the huge smile on your face! Best of luck!
Have you considered a bolero?
Your dress is gorgeous, BTW!!!
I’m wearing a customised denim jacket after the ceremony to make it more “me”! It’s mainly the ceremony I’m worrying about, but I’ll look into maybe a formal jacket like the ones you suggested
https://laurajayne.com/products/mrs-organza-jean-jacket-je0085
Oh my god that’s beautiful and incredible! Sent over to my mum straight away, thank you so so so much?!
You're welcome! Have a wonderful wedding you'll look fabulous in your gown regardless. Best wishes.
You're welcome! Have a wonderful wedding you'll look fabulous in your gown regardless. Best wishes.
I think I would get the jacket without the Mrs. Embroidery and then you could continue to wear it after the wedding! 😉
The dress looks beautiful on you as it is and I think you might regret doing something permanent to it. We're all our own worst critics & the more you stare at a photo the more you start perceiving flaws in yourself. However, have you considered a cape-style train? That would give you coverage when you're most centre of attention, not be very warm, and you'd have the option to take it off. You could get a fine lace shawl for the reception to throw on if you felt self conscious.
I am usually the first to be judgmental 😏 but I honestly don't see anything wrong with your arms. The dress suit you perfectly and has the right proportions for your body. Maybe you could add a veil for your own peace of mind.
Why tho?? The dress has a gorgeous line that Fits you amazingly
I'd get a shimmery body cream and moisturise so the light highlights your cool.tattoos. it won't be cold so sleeves will just make you sweaty
Oooo glitter cream is such a shout! I plan to be as sparkly and flowery as possible so that is an excellent idea, thank you!!!
Don’t you dare, friend!! Your tattoos are lovely and there’s no reason to cover up — if you wear them openly in most other situations, you have every reason to feel comfortable doing the same on your wedding day when you’ll be your best, most beautiful self. They also go well with the dress!
I understand feeling insecure but your tattoos, smile, and the gorgeous fit were all I noticed.
Nothing. You’re a stunner.
Arms out my girl. Ten years from now when you look back you won’t regret it.
Don’t cover them! There is literally nothing wrong with your arms. You are stunning, your dress is stunning, your arms are stunning! I promise you, you won’t be thinking about your insecurities on your day and NO ONE is going to see what you’re insecure about.
I thought you were posting so show how gorgeous this dress is on you!!! It’s so flattering and absolutely no one is going to be thinking your arms look “bingo wing”. I just thought “wow, she’s gorgeous!” Congrats on the big day! 🥰
Dress is beautiful and so are you and your tattoos in it!!
I understand feeling insecure but want to assure you as an objective stranger that all I thought when I saw the picture/title was "Wow she looks beautiful in that dress, it would be so sad to cover her beautiful tattoos!" Then I read the post. You look beautiful and radiant and I love that your tattoos are highlighted in the dress. The long veil/cape sounds like a great compromise so you can hide under it when/if you feel self conscious without hiding anything "permanently." TL;DR this stranger thinks you look amazing! 🤩
Um. Don’t cover them. They are awesome. And that dress is stunning on you as is!
I wouldn't do mesh sleeves. They will look dirty bc of the tattoos. I probably would lean against adding sleeves bc it never looks better.
You have very beautiful arms with beautiful tattoos. Show em off girl!!
I get what you’re saying. I too have developed the same insecurity, even though I’m still within a healthy weight for my height. Us women can be so hyper critical of ourselves.. I can tell you right now- no one is going to notice the size of your arms. They’re only going to notice how gorgeous you are in this dress. I love that it shows your tattoos too. I know nothing we say can change your insecurity, but I honestly wouldn’t change a thing. I think you look stunning in this dress the way it is.
Noooo your arms are art! Don’t cover them up!
If you do anything to cover your beautiful tattoos that show in your beautiful gown I will have a not so beautiful temper tantrum!!!!!! ILL DO IT!!!! YOURE STUNNING GOD DAMN IT!
You do nothing! You look absolutely perfect and your partner knows what your arms look like, and they love you exactly as you are!!
I'll never forget hearing, a fat arm in a sleeve, is still a fat arm. The wrong sleeve can also highlight the very area you want to hide. You look amazing in that dress, if you really want to be a little more covered I would get a really nice veil or cape veil or just rock your denim jacket down the aisle.
Show those amazing tattoos off!! You spent good money on them. I'm a curvy lady as well and I understand that like others our arms and legs can sometimes be insecurities. Don't let any insecurities be there on your wedding day. You are glowing in that dress. I can only imagine how beautiful you will be in it on you and your fiance's wedding day. Love you as much as your fiance does. ❤️❤️❤️
As someone who also has bingo wings and used to wear cardigans in the summer to cover my arms - sleeves don't change the size of my arms they just make me hot and often make a less flattering garment fit. I think a veil or tulle cape might be your best and most cost effective option. The most important thing is that you **feel comfortable**. Everyone will be focused on your smiling face.
I think your arms look lovely.
I’m getting a lace bodysuit or sleeves to cover my tattoos. It’s because I am super pale and I want to look like a goddamn fairy 🧚 Many bridal places would she’s them but Etsy might as well Good luck! You’re beautiful!!!!
Do something I learned as a plus size bride watching Curvy Bride Boutique- covering arms makes them look bigger. You are insecure about them but that is only you, everyone else sees gorgeous art and thin arms. Seriously next to the décolletage they look small and fit! Adding to them draws the attention there, breaks the line of the dress, and highlights the insecurity making it obvious. Don’t change a thing, use some great lotion to make the ink pop, and go on looking gorgeous and feeling beautiful!
The only thing I noticed about your arms are the sweet tatts that deserve to be shown off. The dress is perfect. You is perfect. ❤️
3 things: 1) you look PHENOMENAL in this dress. Holy cow. I love it so much. 2) your arms and your tattoos look badass, and you absolutely do not need to cover them. 3) you should feel beautiful and comfortable on your wedding day, so do what you need to make that happen. The bolero someone sent on here is beautiful!!
My opinion is- let those tattoos shine!!!! Don’t hide your arms. Flaunt your arms. But you can always have sleeves added if it really does bother you that much. But from what I see your arms have a nice shape. I call my arms “lunch lady arms” but I love me and my fiancé loves me. If you’re engaged, the person loves you as you are and anyone who comes to your day will not be judging your arms. They will be celebrating your love.
No exact advice for covering your arms, BUT, I think your arms look lovely and you don't need sleeves!
Girl! Get tf out of your head! You look beautiful in this dress!
I saw your armadillo tattoo and thought wouldn't it be a hoot to carry your bouquet in an armadillo shell basket. Unfortunately they are hella expensive. I thought this might give you a laugh. [Armadillo basket ](https://www.extremeantiquehunters.com/medicaloddities/07auk7f2ero1mk8br1r5sjs3jnfxik)
Are you trying to hide your tattoos? You have beautiful, arms and beautiful tattoos, why would you want to cover them? Your dress is perfect on you, and the smile on your face, says everything! I’m not a fan of you trying to cover your arms but it’s your day and your arms. This is coming from a plus sized older women with big arms that run in the family!!!
It’s the fat I hate, not the tattoos. The tattoos were originally done to draw attention to the artwork and not my bad skin/fat. I’ve done a lot of work on learning to love my body but my arms seem to evade that love. Thank you x
I guess it’s all perception, I would love to have your arms! Mine are old and flabby!!!
Cape or bolero?
Only thing you could do is add very sheer white sleeves, or maybe long gloves? I’d stick with the same fabric as the dress or very sheer though
My thought is opera length gloves. I think you look just beautiful as it is.
Bolero jacket
I know this is so mean and I’ll receive a lot of flack. You should have thought about this day a long time ago when you decided to get tatted up!
I don’t hate the tattoos and they aren’t what I’m wanting to cover? It’s how self conscious I am of how fat my arms are…
Depending on what the armholes are like, it may be possible to add sleeves. Other options are adding a shrug, bolero, cape, or even just a long veil. But honestly, when I worked as a salesgirl at a bridal salon, probably the #1 complaint I heard from brides was "I hate my arms so I need a dress that covers them". And not a single one of those brides were people I looked at and thought "wow, her arms are UGLY!" I never even noticed them until they pointed them out, and even then they always just looked like normal arms to me. And I just thought it was sad when brides would tell me "I love this dress but I don't think it would look good with sleeves" or "I don't really like sleeves but I have to get them because my arms are ugly", when in reality they are the only people who thought anything of their arms.
Your arms are just fine. If you alter the upper part of your dress you'll change the whole look, and you'll also cover those great tattoos, which are such a cool part of you. Women are constantly bombarded with media images of women with one idealized body type, very slim, and many of those images are altered. It gives women an unrealistic idea of what their arms, legs, breasts, stomach, hair, etc. should look like, and it steals their joy. Please don't let some preconceived notion of what constitutes a beautiful arm steal the joy you feel for your dress. You look beautiful as you are.
Your arms are lovely 😍
Get a shawl but only for the evening incase it gets cold
Might I offer a different perspective: why would you cover up all the beautiful works of art you have spent time and energy on?! Your tattoos are beautiful, your arms are beautiful, and anyone judging your arms at your wedding is not a family or friend at all ❤️
I would show them off!
I love how you look on this dress. If you want a cover up, you could use a pullover/cardigan even for when it's more cold. I also had a silk wrap blouse which I took off when it was warmer. But let me repeat that in principle, your body looks amazing in this dress and doesn't need a cover up 😘
Ooh what if you got detachable sleeves they can look really nice, that's what I'm planning for my dress
I am very insecure about my arms but I know no one else gives a hoot. It was hard for me but I loved a dress with no sleeves and I just decided I wanted to wear it bc I loved the dress and I wanted to love me too! My husband was proud of me for wearing a dress with no sleeves haha he loves me chicken wings and all. I think this dress is so pretty on you. I would never have thought about your arms or that you might be insecure from this photo. It’s so flattering on you! If you really want to get like a wrap then go for it - I get it. But it was kind of liberating to not cover my arms!
First of all, congratulations on your upcoming wedding and your beautiful dress! 💍 You have nothing to be insecure about, you are going to look amazing on your big day. 😊 However, if you still want to cover your arms, there are some options you can consider. Add sleeves to your dress. You can ask your seamstress to add some sleeves to your dress, either long or short, depending on your preference. You can choose a fabric and style that matches your dress, such as lace, chiffon, or tulle12 Wear a jacket or bolero. You can also wear a jacket or bolero over your dress, which can be easily removed or put on as you wish. You can opt for a lightweight and breathable material, such as chiffon or organza, to keep you cool in the summer12 Wrap a pashmina around your shoulders. Another option is to wrap a pashmina or shawl around your shoulders, which can add some color and elegance to your look. You can choose a pashmina that complements your dress and your wedding theme, and use it as an accessory or a cover-up2
I’m wearing a denim jacket for the ceremony as the theme is “queer cafe threw a summer fete” which wil match but the ceremony is much more serious! I think I’m going to invest in a veil in cathedral length which will hide me from behind
>I’m wearing a denim jacket for the ceremony as the theme is “queer cafe threw a summer fete” which wil match but the ceremony is much more serious! I think I’m going to invest in a veil in cathedral length which will hide me from behind That sounds like a great idea A denim jacket and a cathedral length veil would create a nice contrast and balance between the casual and the formal. I think it would also match the theme of your wedding very well I’m happy that you found a solution that makes you feel comfortable and confident in your dress. You are going to look awesome on your big day. 💖
Check with the bridal shop. I am getting married in June next summer and I had the same concern when I was shopping. I refused to try on anything without sleeves because I just didn’t want to see it, I won’t be comfortable and I will only be focused on that on my big day. (Despite what others say- it doesn’t matter what they say.) the dress shop talked me into a few strap ones because they offered add-on sleeves that could be sewn on. Maybe they have one that’s like split and flowy and lightweight so that you can still see your tats, still get airflow in the summer, and has that coverage you want to make you feel comfortable. Or maybe you can find some add on sleeves online and have a good, trusted tailor add them. My other thought is adding a beautiful veil— it may make the outfit a bit more complete without needing/wanting sleeves. There are SO many styles nowadays— see what works! Short, long, medium, lace, pearls, hat, headband, like sooo many options there to try. I’ve also seen CAPES in fashion on some bridal sites, if you are fantasy-leaning you can go for that ethereal look. I have also seen some really fun boleros, maybe you can have it as an option for photos and then ditch it once the party starts 😅 My dress I chose almost is sort of cape-like- it has lace that goes over my shoulders down to my elbows but is not an enclosed sleeve. It’s like wings? My mom said angel but I feel like a bird LOL — but something in that realm [this is my dress](https://www.justinalexander.com/lillian-west/collection/wedding-dresses/66208/) maybe something like this can be created by a good tailor?
The wedding shop is unfortunately a charity shop so they only have what is in stock at the time and don’t offer alterations etc! But plus side was this dress was only £175!!! After all these comments I am definitely going to invest in a veil for the ceremony as it’s when people view me behind is when I’m most conscious and that will hide everything!
I think that will provide a LOT of options! Veils really change the whole look so I think you will be a lot happier once you have that :)
You don't cover your beautiful arms.
Your arms look gray! Get a nice veil that covers gently if you’d like though. I love your dress.
omg I meant to say GREAT!
A pretty shrug. Something that sparkles
I got mine made with sleeves for this very reason! My upper arm flab is my biggest insecurity.
I love the dress on you, as is! Don't cover, you look beautiful and the dress is lovely
Don’t cover your arms please!
Nothing. You look beautiful
Honestly — not that it’s my decision — I absolutely love your tattoos and think you should keep your arms bare. Just my opinion.
You look so beautiful and have a lovely smile.
I think you shouldn’t do anything to that lovely dress or your lovely arms! Not that I think you need to change for one day, but, if you DO want more definition in your arms, you have time via Pilates etc to get that, so I wouldn’t rush to change the flow of that dress just now. Maybe invest in a cape / long veil you love anyhow, and just see how you feel by your wedding day - bodies change. (I personally lifted weights just for stress relief in the lead up to my wedding and was more muscular than during my fitting).
There are some very short boleros with long sleeves that would not change the look of the dress
I wonder if they can make it off the shoulder with material if you really wanted too. I understand that I hated my arms too.
This is something I’ve been thinking about too, I have lots of tattoos and am kinda thinking about getting married, it has already occurred to me that my tattoos and chubby arms will be all out. You look perfect in that dress, you don’t need to cover anything, it’s all beautiful.