Creative and artistic designs made their way to the stage {Marchesa}

Classic silhouettes and fabrics graced fashion show guests {Christos}

Unique fabric embellishments and hemlines were also found in this year’s Bridal Fashion Week {Douglas Hannant}

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Silver Bullet: Steel gray tulle pours out from a corset-like black lace bodice. {Modern Trousseau}

A soft and feminine look made of French corded lace  is paired with a  sweepy Italian silk skirt. {Modern Trousseau}

Gather Together: The ruched bodice dips into a drop waist and meets a skirt of taffeta and organza. {Alfred Angelo}

Grecian Gal: One shouldered looks are back. Dripping with fashionable refinement, this Grecian inspired gown is gorgeous. {Jenny Packham}

Twist and Shout: Twists of tulle flowers swirl around the skirt of this ballgown dress. {Kenneth Poole}

Petal Pusher: Droplets of flowers dot the skirt and slowly fade away into the bodice. The delicate sheer straps give a touch of sophistication. {Christos}

Flounce N’ Bounce: The trumpet form is a show stopper silhouette and demands attention. A dazzling belt binds at the waist. {Kenneth Poole}

Glitter Girl: Head to toe in shimmery sequins. This a-line silhouette is perfect for a late night nuptial complete with a champagne and dessert bar. {Jenny Packham}

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Wedding Belle: Voluminous pleated ruffles canopy over the tulle ballgown skirt. The loose diaphanous wrap can be removed for the reception to allow freedom on the dance floor. {Eugenia Couture; $3000+}

Crystal Clear: The ethereal silk chiffon dress glides across the floor. Exquisite beading emphasizes the plunging décolleté. {Jenny Packham; $3000+}

Whispy Confection: Vaporous layers of chiffon are gathered at the natural waistline for a pleated skirt. The decorative brooch adds a hard texture in this otherwise soft and whispy gown. {Pronovias; $1700+}

Swept Away: Ruffled sheer sleeves will flutter with the gentlest of breezes making it a perfect destination dress. The shirred bodice distracts the eyes busy from a potential problem area, while the deep cut neckline shows off the bustline. {Dessy; $350}

Streamline Svelte: The sheer lace straps have flourishes of beading that cascasde to the rest of the dress. Swarovski crystals, covered buttons and scalloped hemline are just a few details in this consumate wedding dress. {Mon Cheri; $1000}

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Oysters & Pearls: Delicious and feathery chiffon ruffles cover the bodice and delicate vintage pearl are nestled in the chiffon. The ethereal and free-flowing chiffon skirt contrasts with the  somewhat structured bodice. {Elizabeth Dye; $900+ dependent on length}

Persuasion: The empire silhouette is paired with a structured lace embellished sweetheart neckline.  Tiers of English tulle float over Silk shantung adds a bit of flounce to the hem.  {Elizabeth Dye; $950}

Feathers & Lace:  A slight sweetheart neckline connects with thin straps. Full length alencon lace sweeps over the body with a sweep train trailing behind. {Elizabeth Dye}

{Photos by Lisa Warninger Photography}

For more pictures that are obviously WAY better than my P&S digital camera. Head over to the fashion show’s photo gallery to see all the dresses featured.

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Hand Stamp: Swirls of embroidery line the hem and down the back of the dress. Lightly layered tulle covers the bodice and meets a ribboned belt and floral brooch. {Jim Hjelm}

Sheer Beauty: Tulle straps float across the sweetheart neckline creating a shirred texture. A ribbon belt is accented with a flower with pearl touches. An unusual detail, a Watteau train attaches to the mid-back, creating a higher tulle train. {Christos}

Top Notch: Barely-there floral embroidery delicately graces the skirt. Tulle flows from the natural waistline into an a-line skirt. Straight neckline with an inventive square notch adds a distinguishing feature.  {Angel Sanchez}

By Any Other Name: The bodice adds delicate detail with the layered tulle. Coils of embroidered tulle rose cloak the the full skirt. {Lela Rose; $3000+}

Halt!: Thick halter straps create a deep v-neckline and a show-stopping open back. A ruched natural waistline minimizes the waist and accentuates a full skirt. {Amsale}

Side Kick: Decadent silk hugs the body and drips into a modified mermaid skirt. An open seam kick in the front shows off a pleated underskirt. {Junko Yoshioka; $3000+}

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Whisp It:  The criss-cross wrap adds some dimension and interest to this simple yet refined gown. A band of chiffon wraps at the smallest part of the waists which will flatter all body types. Bias cut fabric drapes beautifully over the body allow the fabric to freely flow into a mermaid-like skirt.  (Jenny Yoo; $725)

Lace Over: The devore technique is used on the satin to create a repeated floral pattern. The satin gathers at the empire waist which connects to a glittery band of beads. The split front creates depth to the dress without adding any heavy layers of fabric. (Galina; $300)

Lean Lustrous : The Italian silk satin wraps the bodice and torso with folded pleats. The duel straps mimic the v-neckline. A fit and flare skirt highlights the bodies curves while still allowing for movement. (Simone Carvalli; $1500-3000)

Dream Machine: The cinched flowers are nestled together with layers of organza create this dreamy dress. The organza overlay sweeps down the curve creating modified trumpet silhouette. (Demetrios; $500-1000)

Crystal Light:  Light embroidery and rhinestones dot the bodice, while a heavily adorned waist sparkles with crystals and beading. The organza overlay adds lightness to this ballgown silhouette.  (Jewel; $2650)

Bringing Spaghetti Back: A crossover bodice ruched with chiffon is paired with sweetheart neckline.  Delicate beading lines the empire waistline. An asymmetrical faux wrap is gathered to add a rippling effect.  (Mon Cheri; $500)

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Birds of a Feather: Beaded flowers with feathers accent the skirt of the dress. The natural waist is wrapped in English net and emphasized with the feather flower. Sweetheart neckline adds oomph to the bust with surplice detailing.  (Watters; $1000)

Three Tiers To You: A dropped waist and trumpet silhouette emphasizes the curves of your body. The tiers of organza and tulle ripple down the skirt in a loose and organic fashion. Lace detailing compliment the fitted bodice and flutters of the skirt.  (Watters; $1500-3000)

Whisper Sweet Nothings: This illuminating dresses has layers upon layers of gossamer fabric that cascade from the empire waist. This sweetheart strapless frock features a small notable bow in the center of the bust. Lace detail throughout this a-line tenderly designed dress. (Pronovias; $1500-3000)

Belle of the Ball: This alabaster colored dress ball gown grabs your attention with its full a-line skirt. The filmy layers of tulle floats over the silk under layer. A muted raspberry satin ribbon wraps the waist. (Jasmine Collection; $500-1000)

Tankini: The wrapped obi-like waist with bead detailing creates an illusion of a longer torso. The tulle descends gracefully from the ball gown skirt and floast just above the ground. (Demetrios; $500-1000)

Ethereal Angel: This strapless dress has a vaporous feel, as the English net softly hovers over the body in an empire silhouette. A beads and crystals speckle under the bust and attract the eye. (Emerald Bridal; $500-1000

Vogue: Strike a pose in this strapless stunner. Embroidery decorates the bodice embroidery drips down the skirt adding color to the dress. The skirt is made of tulle sways with every step, while a sweep train trails along behind you. (Allure Bridal; $500-1000)

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