What is a keyhole back?
A keyhole back features a delicate oval or round cut out at the back bodice of the wedding dress. These cutouts can range in size but all deliver a surprise detail that deliver a pop of whimsy and allure.
Who should wear a keyhole back wedding dress?
Keyhole backs are perfect for brides who want to show some skin, but not go completely backless. An open back can look amazing on all brides, no matter your body type or personal style. They are available with long sleeves, short sleeves, no sleeves and with loads of different surrounding details such as lace, illusion fabric and beading.
Remember, the back of your wedding dress is just as important as the front, especially during the aisle walk and ceremony. Below are some of our favorite keyhole backs available here at VOWS!
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Mikaella M2431
Vintage meets modern minimalist with stunning keyhole back, flutter sleeves and fabric covered buttons.
Martina Liana 1441
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Romance, elegance and luxury. Beaded bustier corset top with exposed boning creates an incredibly flattering and feminine fit finishes with detachable illusion tulle jacket and sheer keyhole back.
Pronovias, Adrienne
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Inspired by screen-siren glamor, this mermaid-cut gown in soft crepe expertly frames the upper-body with drapery and a cut-away, keyhole back before falling into a fluid skirt and train.
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Essense of Australia D3443
Bohemian bridal elegance comes alive in this lace in this gown with puff sleeves and keyhole back.
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Allure 9915
Stunning appliquéd leafy vines trail across the illusion sleeves and keyhole back of this sheath gown.
Berta, Isabel
Romantic and sexy with puffed long sleeves, loads of lace and sexy keyhole back.
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