Wedding capes are big news and here are seven we adore

This is one trend we're loving.

When it comes to getting married in Ireland, one of the massive headaches is the weather and whether or not it will behave itself. It might pour rain and even if you manage to escape the ceremony without a downpour, you don't want to be standing there with your teeth chattering, owing to the flimsy fabric of your dream dress. Anyway, while we can't do anything about it raining cats and dogs, there is a way you can stay warm (and stylish at the same time). It's all about the cape for winter 2017 and if you don't believe us, the below images will change your mind. However, if you're still not convinced, Megan Ziems who founded stunning bridal label Grace Loves Lace (with one of their piece reigning supreme as the most popular wedding dress on Pinterest) has some advice. In conversation with Who What Wear, Megan said that it can really help brides to have 'versatility' and by having a cape on hand, you can create multiple looks for photo opportunities etc. I mean, who needs two dresses when you have a cape? This is the 'WINNIE' courtesy of Grace Loves Lace.

The cape designed for Harper's Bazaar that will instantly add sharpness and glamour to your look. For the women who are masters of styling - our WINNIE cape and ARLO gown | stylist@graceloveslace.com.au #graceloveslace #GLLxELIXIR #theuniquebride

A post shared by Grace Loves Lace (@grace_loves_lace) on Jun 13, 2017 at 1:01am PDT

These are other cape designs spotted on Instagram, major bridal inspiration this way.

Flashback to July when I got married !! I want to wear my dresses again! #twoweddings #civilwedding #spiritualwedding thanks to #bcbgmaxazaria for civil dress and my beautiful mother in law @claudineelbaz for helping me design and make the main dress and cape!! #weddings #bridal #dresses #bridaldress #whitewedding #weddingcape #tuscanwedding #pariswedding

A post shared by Eliza Sweeney (@e.l.i.z.a.k.a.t.e) on Sep 28, 2017 at 3:07pm PDT

The full wedding dress cape is the trend for 2018 brides.⠀ ⠀ Pic from Wedding Inspirasi #weddings #wedding #bridestyle #brides #weddingcape #bridetobe

A post shared by Trending Wedding Styles (@2daysbride) on Aug 19, 2017 at 4:58pm PDT

Kinda obsessing over these cape streamers from @clairepettibone - her new Vineyard collection is all of the romantic bohemian goodness, and it will be at Gilded for an exclusive pop-up shop October 13 - 21st! Snag your appointment online and check out our new blog post featuring the collection while you are there! ?❤️? . . . #clairepettibone #romantique #popupshop #thevineyardcollection #weddingdress #weddinginspo #weddingcape #bohemian #bohemianbride #boho #romantic #vineyard #ncbride #raleighbride #ncwedding #raleighwedding #raleightrunkshow #raleighbridalshop #ncbridalshop

A post shared by Gilded Bridal (@gildedbridal) on Sep 22, 2017 at 9:26am PDT

__ Wedding Cape . . . . . Via @merleandmorrisshoes - #missjane #missjanebridal #weddingideas #weddingmotivation #weddinginspiration #weddinginspo #weddingblog #weddingdress #weddingcape #vintagewedding #vintagestylewedding #vintagebride #bridalcape #backlessdress #backlessweddingdress #bridetobe #2017bride #2018bride #melbournebride #melbournewedding

A post shared by Miss Jane Bridal (@missjanebridal) on Sep 11, 2017 at 1:11pm PDT

Some days you've just got to wear a cape and call yourself Wonder Woman ? @allyfitzography #styledshoot #weddingcape #casablancabridal #jandrewsbridal #makingbridesbeautiful #dreamdress

A post shared by J. Andrews Bridal + Formal (@jandrewsbridal) on Sep 4, 2017 at 7:31pm PDT

There's also the option to go for detachable cape sleeves, depending on what dress/designer you use.

"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder". Detachable sleeve cape is becoming a big trend for brides who love dramatic options ?? Shop the collection here http://bit.ly/2uJy2xx ✨ 。。。。。。。。。。。。。 Photographer: @lena_plotnikov_a (Lena Plotnikova) Make-up & hair: @katiekerpan Dress: Dream Dresses by P.M.N Model : Elena Edwards @elenalee16 。 。 。 #detachablelacesleeve #bridalsleevecape #bridalcape #weddingdressdesigner #customdesignedweddingdress #customdesignedweddingdress #customweddingdresses #customweddingdress #seattlebridemag #seattle #bridaldress #coutureweddingdress #bridalcouture #wedding #weddingdressshopping #weddingdress #seattlewedding #bridalcapes #weddingcape

A post shared by Dream Dresses By PMN (@pmndesigner) on Aug 24, 2017 at 5:17pm PDT

Main image via Instagram: Grace Loves Lace