Gown Train Lengths


Sweep

This is the shortest train available, extending about 0.3 meters beyond the base of the gown. In fact, this does not really look too much like a train at all, as the hem spills just a little over floor length. This is very elegant and very slimming.

Court

The same length as a sweep train, however the court train extends directly from the waist.

Chapel

This is the first of the gowns to have a full train. Generally, the length will not extend beyond 1.5 metres in length from the waist. Whilst you will need assistance with setting the train out when you arrive at the church/ceremony, and during photos, you do not require assistance when walking down the isle.

Semi-Cathedral
A semi-cathedral is about half way between a chapel and cathedral length. Perfect for a semi-formal or formal wedding gown. (approx 1.8m from the waist)

Cathedral

This train is no more than 2 metres in length (from the waist). Again, you will only require assistance when arriving at the church and setting up for photographs. Walking will not be difficult as the fabric will simply follow. Only when the gown has a very heavily adorned train will you require assistance as you walk.

Royal (Monarch)

This is the Princess Diana train, being quite long. Generally, this train sits no more than 2.5 metres in length (from the waist); however, royal weddings will have trains far exceeding these measurements.