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Whether expressed through floral embroidery, or cascades of hand-sewn blossoms — or even as a dress made entirely of petals — botanical flourishes on modern wedding gowns have a fresh-as-spring effect.
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Her silk charmeuse gown features an off-the-shoulder bodice and tulle train with flower appliqués ($5,000), by David Fielden, from Kleinfeld (kleinfeldbridal.com). Plus, cabochon emerald, diamond and freshwater pearl tassel pendant necklace ($62,706), by Katerina Maxine; and 18-karat white gold bracelet with seven rows of diamonds (price upon request), by Martin Katz (martinkatz.com).
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Flower appliqués adorn her linen cocktail gown ($11,000), by Lanvin Paris, from Kleinfeld (kleinfeldbridal.com). It's accented with an organza rosette and crystal necklace worn as a headband ($800), by Vera Wang (verawang.com); 18-karat gold earrings with rough-cut blackened diamonds ($9,000), by Sutra (fragments.com); and a single-strand pearl bracelet with silver and diamond buckle clasp ($925), by David Yurman (davidyurman.com).
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Brides who want to make an even grander entrance opt for color, such as the Tiffany blue of this strapless silk organza gown ($11,245), by Romona Keveza (romonakeveza.com). Added drama comes in the form of 18-karat noble and yellow gold earrings with blue topaz, citrine, rock crystal and diamonds ($4,500), by H.Stern (hstern.net); and a white gold ring with a mix of gems, including pink quartz, Rose de France amethyst, citrine and diamond ($1,582), by Brumani (brumani.com).
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Her strapless silk chiffon gown with organza tulle bodice and train (price upon request), by Marchesa (marchesa.com); paired with aquamarine and diamond earrings ($9,700), by Adeler (adelerjewelers.com); and an 18-karat white gold and diamond bracelet ($11,375), by Tresor (tresorcollection.com).
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The bride is a vision in this ivory silk tulle gown with flower and crystal details ($17,330), by Jenny Packham (jennypackham.com). An organza rosette corsage sash with crystal accents ($595), by Vera Wang (verawang.com), adds interest at the waist. And her 18-karat white gold and diamond Caresse d'orchidées earrings ($25,800) and necklace ($46,400), both by Cartier (cartier.us), complete the picture.
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This diamond white silk satin and tulle strapless gown ($4,989) makes for an exit that's as grand as your walk down the aisle. We've paired it with a diamond white and blush silk chiffon shawl ($2,000), both by Winnie Couture (winniecouture.com).
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Design by Melissa Sweet

Priscilla of Boston's Melissa Sweet bridal gown collection is a modern mix of lush textures and unique embellishments. They're the essence of original style.
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Design by David Fielden

Daring brides are drawn to gowns by British bridal gown designer David Fielden, whose unique vision is on full display at his avant-garde website.
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Kleinfeld Bridal — for every vision

With gowns by more than 60 top international designers, it's no wonder that Kleinfeld Bridal in New York City is the setting for the wildly popular "Say Yes to the Dress" television show. Watch the latest episode on Kleinfeld's website and don't forget to browse the bridal gallery.
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Design by Romona Keveza

Designer Romona Keveza has dressed some of Hollywood's most dazzling stars for their walks down the red carpet, from "Mad Men"'s Christina Hendricks and "Modern Family"'s Sofia Vergara to "Glee"'s Lea Michele and Heather Morris. For your walk down the aisle, her bridal gowns are equally stunning. Visit her website for a glimpse.
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Design by Winnie Couture

Born in Hong Kong, designer Winnie Chlomin of Winnie Couture blends femininity and luxury to create bridal attire that is both flattering and timeless. Chlomin calls her gowns "classic feminine" and says they're for "the modern woman who simply loves to be the most gorgeous bride in the world."