With recent world events many brides are opting for scaled back weddings that are smaller and more intimate affairs. Many of our plainer gowns are becoming increasingly popular for these brides. So if you are looking for a non-fussy, less is more gown for your less extravagant nuptials then read on…

Our classic strappy fit and flare gowns are hugely popular and these 2 examples Freya, style 69602 and Valerie, style 18505 both have classic v-necklines too. The difference between them is that Freya is made of lace and tulle with more detailed lace to the skirt, whereas Valerie has a plainer crepe skirt but more detailed train and crossover back straps.

Model stood in a garden wearing Ronald Joyce 69602, a strappy ivory lace fit and flare wedding dress with a plunging illusion neckline that’s suitable for small weddings Model stood in front of black iron gates wearing Ronald Joyce 18505, a strappy ivory fit and flare wedding dress with a lace bodice and plain crepe skirt

For an understated, chic look our brides love Violet, style 18501 in crepe fabric. The simplicity speaks for itself and is ultra-modern. It comes with a delicate sparkle belt, and for a winter or outdoor wedding you could add the matching cape sold separately as style 18502.

Model stood on a stately home balcony in Ronald Joyce 18501, a plain fit and flare wedding gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline, sparkle belt and integrated cathedral train. Close up of model stood on a stately home balcony in Ronald Joyce 18501, a plain fit and flare wedding dress with a strapless sweetheart neckline and sparkle belt

Another effortlessly chic and easy to wear gown is Viviana, style 18506 made of jersey and chiffon. With its long sleeves this is a really big hit right now. It has that vintage feel and with its beaded belt and cuffs there is really no need to add jewellery and accessories. The surprise to this style is it’s open back!

Model stood on a stately home terrace in Ronald Joyce 18506, a classic chiffon fit and flare wedding dress with v-neckline, long sheer sleeves and sparkle belt and cuff detail Close up of model stood on a balcony in Ronald Joyce 18506, a classic chiffon fit and flare wedding dress with a v-neckline, long sheer sleeves and sparkle belt and cuff detail.

Willodean, style 18451 is a beautiful minimalistic gown made in plain easy to wear crepe with just a touch of delicately beaded appliques to the shoulder, sides and back. The train is left plain and we would pear this with a simple and delicate silver chain bracelet and stud earrings.

Model stood looking outside a stately home window wearing Ronald Joyce 18451, a sleeveless fit and flare wedding dress with a high neckline and lace illusion sides Model sat by a stately home window wearing Ronald Joyce 18451, a sleeveless fit and flare wedding dress with a high neckline and delicate shoulder appliques

If you are looking for a gown with sleeves, we love Wadmira, style 18453 with its exquisite appliqued sheer sleeves and illusion yoke and back. The crepe skirt and train are left plain.

Model stood on an old Spanish terrace wearing Ronald Joyce 18453, a fit and flare wedding dress with long illusion sleeves and a matching sweetheart neckline  Model sat on an old Spanish terrace wearing Ronald Joyce 18453, a fit and flare wedding dress with long illusion sleeves and a matching sweetheart neckline

The young and trendy Waltruda, style 18454 in floaty chiffon and jersey has a pearl beaded high halter-neckline and open back. The pearl theme is continued onto the waist belt and the wearer can happily accessorise with more delicate pearl studs and a bracelet. We could recommend that the hair is styled in a modern ponytail or up do to make the most of the beaded detailing.

Model sat outside on steps with a groom wearing Ronald Joyce 18454, a plain wedding dress with a pearl beaded halter neckline and waistband that’s perfect for small weddings Model stood with a groom in a courtyard wearing Ronald Joyce 18454, a plain wedding dress with a pearl beaded halter neckline and waistband that’s perfect for small weddings

Finally for the lovers of lace we bring you our all over vine inspired lace fit and flare gown Willene, style 18455. The gown comes with a tulle A-line overskirt with beaded belt which can be worn to change the look from daytime to evening.

Model stood with a groom by an open gate in Ronald Joyce 18455, a plain fit and flare wedding dress with lace tie shoulders, a sweetheart lace illusion neckline and lace hem Model stood by a gate in Ronald Joyce 18455, a plain fit and flare wedding dress with lace tie shoulders, a sweetheart lace neckline and lace hem. Model also wears a sheer tulle A-line overskirt.

We are so excited to see all of your postponed weddings go ahead later this year – it will be worth the wait! Don’t forget to tag us on Instagram using @ronaldjoycebridal and we will get in touch to feature your wedding on our real brides page.