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Fresh from the runway, this season’s gowns combine classic silhouettes with up-to-the-minute details—to stunning effect.

wedding gown trends spring summer 2012

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Not for wallflowers — this A-line Vera Wang dress features a draped bodice, swagged skirt, and side peplum.

wedding gown trends spring summer 2012

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Pleats: From left Pronovias, Bella Bridal; Badgley Mischka, L’élite Bridal Boutique; Vera Wang; Liancarlo, L’élite; Lazaro, Cristina’s.

wedding gown trends spring summer 2012

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Sleek Shapes: From left J.Crew; Anne Barge, Allegria Bridal; Marchesa, Oscar de la Renta, and Carolina Herrera, all L’élite.

wedding gown trends spring summer 2012

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Flowers: From left Reem Acra, Marchesa, Badgley Mischka, and Carolina Herrera, all L’élite; Rivini, Allegria Bridal.

wedding gown trends spring summer 2012

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Tiers: From left Lazaro, Cristina’s; Vera Wang; Rivini and Anne Barge, both Allegria Bridal; Reem Acra, L’élite.

wedding gown trends spring summer 2012

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Crystal Accents: From left Lazaro, Cristina’s; Liancarlo, Country Weddings; Reem Acra, L’élite; Alvina Valenta, Country Weddings; Pronovias, Bella Bridal.

wedding gown trends spring summer 2012

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Lace: From left Alvina Valenta, Country Weddings; Marchesa, L’élite; Alvina Valenta, Country Weddings; Monique Llhuillier and Carolina Herrera, both L’élite.