Cropped lace and silk dress, Paloma Blanca #4667, I Do Bridal Couture
Masters of illusion
From delicate décolletage to nude-lined sheer skirts, these gowns are clear winners
Jeweled illusion neckline with Alençon lace bodice and silk skirt. Astrid & Mercedes “Paris.” Bustle.
Illusion bodice and sleeves with pearls and crystals and tulle skirt. Justin Alexander #8873. Gabrielle’s Bride and Occasion Salon.
Alençon lace sweetheart gown with pleated French tulle overskirt. Liancarlo #6820. I Do Bridal Couture.
Scalloped-lace sheath dress with café- colored lining. Madison James #MJ216. Blush Formal & Bridal Salon.
Cap it off
The shortest of short sleeves lend a sweet touch to any style
Satin ball gown with lace bodice. Allure Bridals #2914. Blush Formal & Bridal Salon.
Georgette gown with hand-beaded embroidery. Badgley Mischka “Colleen.” Bridal Boutique.
Taking the plunge
Daring deep V-necks add balance to full skirts
Lace-sleeve ball gown with silk faille box-pleat skirt. Sareh Nouri “Laylee.” I Do Bridal Couture.
Ball gown with lattice-patterned crystal and pearl bodice. Sottero & Midgley “Tamirys.” Bridal Boutique.