Sexy to princess: 16 strapless gowns every modern bride will love

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Perfect for the fairytale or princess bride: an elaborate ballgown with lace bodice and full skirt.

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When it comes to timeless, classic designs, the frothy strapless Elisa ballgown from Vera Wang is a frontrunner.

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Give your husband the surprise of a lifetime when you show up at the ceremony in this utterly sexy design from Berta Bridal, which features a plunging neckline, fitted silhouette and sexy lace embellishments.

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Known for his work with sheer, feminine dresses and exquisite lace details, we were pleasantly surprised to see this stunning blush gown featuring hand embroidery and hand-appliqued flowers.

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When it comes to sexy wedding dresses that exude class, Inbal Dror’s strapless lace number with its figure-hugging mermaid silhouette checks all the right boxes.

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Up the glam factor in this exquisite applique design by Elie Saab. Pair it with a matching veil or hair accessories.

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Despite the Almeria’s very pretty full-skirted silhouette and classic sweetheart neckline, it’s Naeem Khan’s embroidered Indian-inspired details that first caught our attention.

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Delicate, embroidered blooms in vivid hues with beaded embellishments transform this gown into a veritable work of wearable art.

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With its diaphanous fabric, hand-gathered bodice and ruched tulle technique overlay, Vera Wang’s iconic Octavia gown is the epitome of a design that’s timeless yet modern.

See also: 10 iconic Vera Wang gowns you have to know.

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Perfect for the vintage- or Gatsby-inspired bride: Scalloped details that give this sleek Gala by Galia Lahav confection a glamorous edge.

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If you’re not big on wearing white, consider other alternatives, such as this dreamy peach-hued dress from Digio. Stand-out details here include its delicate floral beadwork, sweetheart neckline and a full skirt that’s cut in a modern manner.

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While there’s nothing new about the silhouette, the dress’ unique fabric makes this design one of a kind.

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This clever two-in-one dress features a sheer chiffon removable skirt so you can look elegant in a floor length gown for your ceremony, and a fun mini for your reception, afterparty and more.

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If you’re looking to wear only one dress for the entire day, look to a sleek yet glamorous design like this fluted silhouette with beaded embellishments from Rico-A-Mona.

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Crystal accents up the glam factor on this tulle tea-length dress.

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Look every part the picture of femininity and elegance in this lace mermaid gown with sheer overlay.