7 Slim-Fitting Wedding Dresses

Forget the traditional ball gown. Formfitting and undeniably dramatic, slim dresses are this season's hottest topic.

Slim Wedding Dress: Deco Drama

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Intricate beads and artful scallops aren't just for princess-style ball gowns.

Wedding dress by Kenneth Pool, $7,995; crystal headband by Erica Koesler Wedding Accessories, $350; white topaz earrings by Joan Hornig Philanthropy is Beautiful, $2,400; ring by Arik Kastan, $2,600. ON HIM: Three-piece suit by Ascot Chang, $1,860; straiped shirt by Hugo Boss, $145

Slim Wedding Dress: Top Edit

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Add volume and a bit of mystery to any sheath with a bloom-embellished shrug.

Wedding dress, $4,000, and bolero, $1,900, both by Claire Pettibone; rose gold and diamond earrings by Irene Neuwirth, $7,350

Slim Wedding Dress: Bottom Line

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A cathedral-length train scattered with chiffon petals gives this fitted lace gown a whimsical flair.

Gown by Enzoani, $3,300; necklace by Dannijo, $420

Slim Wedding Dress: Fresh Hint

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Peekaboo Chantilly lace makes this conservative cap-sleeve style feel current and even a touch risqué.

Gown by Matthew Christopher, $3209; headband by Naugi, $87; earrings by BaubleBar, $24

Slim Wedding Dress: Hush Tones

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A flowy goddess gown is a softer, more romantic alternative to a structured sheath.

Chiffon gown by Maggie Sottero, $1,000; headpiece by The New York Fascinator Company, $30; earrings by Gerard Yosca, $135; bracelets by Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel, $110 for set of three; engagement ring by Penny Preville, $4,180; sandals by Benjamin Adams, $299

Slim Wedding Dress: Back Story

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A skin-baring style is a great way to create drama when you don't have loads of layers of tulle.

Gown by Max Azria, $448; earrings by Judith Ripka, $2,600; cuff by Melinda Maria, $198

Slim Wedding Dress: New Twists

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The continuous lines of these asymmetrical seams elongate your figure unlike any full silhoutte will. The result: a head-to-toe slimming effect.

Gown by Vineyard Collection, $2,675; earrings by R.J.Graziano, $75; necklace by Madame Mathilde, $375; engagement ring by JudeFrances Jewelry, $2,900. ON HIM: Tuxedo by Billy Reid, $1,900; checked shirt by Ascot Chang, $262.50

Fashion Editor: Heather Levine
Menswear Stylist: Kimberly Keily
Prop Stylist: Sara Foldenauer for Kate Ryan
Hair: Michael Dueñas for Exclusive Artists
Makeup: Anthea King for Timeless Glow Bridal
Flowers: Ariston Flowers in NYC
Photography: Daymion Mardel

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