Léontine

Léontine is a vintage-inspired beaded lace fit-and-flare wedding dress created for brides who want graceful coverage, a softly sculpted silhouette and intricate botanical detail. The gown features an illusion bateau neckline layered over a plunging V-shaped bodice, allowing embroidered floral lace appliqués to frame the décolletage while appearing to float across transparent mesh. Delicate illusion cap sleeves extend the lace over the shoulders, creating the refined appearance of an heirloom lace wedding gown without the weight or coverage of full sleeves. The fitted bodice follows the natural waist and hips before flowing into a soft fit-and-flare skirt composed of layered tulle, lining and embroidered lace. Beaded accents trace portions of the floral embroidery, adding subtle light-catching dimension without giving the gown an overly glittered appearance. The back opens into a low illusion scoop bordered with botanical appliqués and finished with a centered row of fabric-covered bridal buttons. From the fitted upper skirt, the lace gradually widens into an elegant court-length train with a scalloped floral border. Shown in the supplier’s Vintage color, Léontine combines ivory embroidery with a warm neutral foundation that emphasizes the pattern and dimensionality of the lace. Made to measure using the bride’s submitted measurements, this cap-sleeve lace wedding dress is particularly suited to brides searching for a romantic fitted bridal gown, an illusion-neckline wedding dress, a low-back lace gown or a vintage-inspired wedding dress with a manageable court train.

Why the Léontine Lace Wedding Dress Stands Apart

Léontine offers a softer, more refined alternative to a heavily structured mermaid gown. The illusion neckline and cap sleeves provide visual coverage while preserving the delicate transparency of the bodice. Its embroidery is distributed throughout the entire gown rather than confined to the bodice, creating a continuous botanical design from the shoulders to the scalloped train. The court train adds a traditional bridal finish while remaining easier to manage than a chapel- or cathedral-length train.

Wedding Styles and Venues for Léontine

Léontine is especially well suited to historic estate weddings, European-inspired garden ceremonies, vineyard celebrations, intimate château weddings, church ceremonies and elegant indoor receptions. Its vintage-inspired lace and cap sleeves complement antique architecture, stone courtyards and romantic garden surroundings, while its fitted silhouette remains polished enough for a formal hotel or ballroom wedding. Brides drawn to this aesthetic may also explore our fitted wedding dresses and lace bridal gowns.

Léontine Gown Details

Customization Options for Léontine

Certain design adjustments may be requested before production begins. Brides may contact Bella Luna Gowns to discuss additional bodice or back lining, a different illusion-mesh tone, changes to the neckline depth, sleeve modifications, an adjusted train length or another personalized detail. Every requested modification must be reviewed and confirmed for feasibility, pricing and production requirements before the order enters production.

Made-to-Measure Fit

Léontine is created using the bride’s submitted measurements. After checkout, Bella Luna Gowns will provide a detailed measurement form with instructions for submitting the required dimensions. Made-to-measure production allows the gown to be constructed for the bride’s proportions, but minor local alterations may still be needed after delivery to refine the neckline, shoulders, hem or fitted silhouette. Alteration costs are the customer’s responsibility.

Production and Shipping

Production Time

Production may take up to approximately 16 weeks depending on design complexity, approved customization and seasonal order volume. We strongly recommend ordering approximately five to six months before the wedding. Please contact Bella Luna Gowns before purchasing if your wedding date is sooner.

Shipping

Insured and tracked United States delivery typically takes 2–6 business days after the completed gown passes final inspection and ships. A signature may be required upon delivery. International orders may be considered by request only. International customers are responsible for customs duties, import taxes and local fees.

Custom Order Policy

Léontine is custom-made to order. Production begins after the bride’s measurements, order details and any approved customization requests are confirmed. Because the gown is made specifically for the customer, all sales are final once production begins. Customers are responsible for submitting accurate measurements and carefully reviewing all confirmed order details. Any local alterations required after delivery, including hemming or bustle installation, are the customer’s responsibility.

Léontine Wedding Dress FAQs

What silhouette is the Léontine wedding dress?

Léontine has a soft fit-and-flare silhouette. It follows the body through the waist and upper hips before gradually widening through the lace skirt.

What type of neckline does Léontine have?

The gown features a transparent illusion bateau neckline over a plunging V-shaped bodice. Floral appliqués frame the V and extend over the illusion mesh.

Does Léontine have sleeves?

Yes. Léontine has delicate illusion cap sleeves embellished with embroidered floral lace.

Is the back of Léontine sheer?

Yes. The gown has a low scoop illusion back bordered with floral lace and finished with fabric-covered bridal buttons.

What color is shown in the photographs?

The gown is shown in the supplier’s Vintage color. Lace, lining and illusion-mesh tones may appear slightly different under various lighting conditions and screen settings.

Is the lace beaded?

Yes. Portions of the embroidered floral lace are accented with delicate beading that adds subtle texture and light-catching detail.

How long is the train?

Léontine has a court-length train. It provides an elegant bridal extension behind the gown while remaining shorter and easier to manage than chapel- and cathedral-length trains.

Can additional bodice or back coverage be added?

Additional lining or coverage may be requested before ordering. The desired placement, color, feasibility and additional cost must be confirmed before production begins.

Is Léontine made to measure?

Yes. Léontine is produced using the bride’s submitted measurements. Minor local alterations may still be required to achieve the preferred final fit.

Is a veil included?

No. The listing includes the gown only unless a veil or another accessory is separately selected and confirmed as part of the order.

How far in advance should Léontine be ordered?

We recommend ordering approximately five to six months before the wedding. Production may take up to approximately 16 weeks before final inspection and shipping.

Garment Care and Origin

Care instructions: Professional Dry Cleaning
Fiber content: Polyester
Origin: Imported

Atelier Imagery & Color Disclosure

Mannequin and dress-form photos show the real gown. Some backgrounds may be digitally adjusted for visual consistency. Colors, sparkle, sheen, and undertones may vary slightly due to lighting, photography, and screen settings. The model images in this listing are AI-assisted editorial visualizations designed to help you envision the gown when worn. Please refer to the real gown and close-up photographs for the most accurate representation of lace, embellishment, fabric, and construction details.