Wedding Dresses from the Runway

Backstage is bustling as a dresser makes final adjustments to a crystal-embellished tulle gown. A silk charmeuse cap-sleeve stunner stands by.

The details (from left): Jenny Packham "Eve" gown, worn with Laura Jayne Bridal Design "Wish" comb, Ray Griffiths Fine Jewelry earrings, Carolee necklace, bloomingdales.com, Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz cuff, K. Brunini "Twig" bracelet, fragments.com, and Maria Elena Headpieces clutch. Kenneth Pool "Embrace" gown, worn with William Goldberg necklace and Carolina Amato gloves.

Poised in pleated tulle, a model sits for a last-minute touch-up. At the main event, a pair of pastel gowns -- lilac faille followed by chai-hued silk taffeta -- color the catwalk.

The details: Reem Acra "I Am Mad About You" gown worn with Bulgari "High Jewelry Collection" diamond earrings, Carolee pearl necklace, bloomingdales.com, and Carolina Amato sheer wrist-length gloves.

The details (front to back): Vera Wang lilac gown #110511, worn with Mikimoto "Milano Collection" pearl earrings, Alexis Bittar pearlnecklace, Carolee bracelet, bloomingdales.com, Memoire ring, and Nina "Evegena" satin peep-toe shoes. Ines Di Santo "Chiara" gown.

A model in embroidered lace gets accessorized, while a dove-gray Swarovski beaded sheath and a jeweled ball gown bring elegant embellishments to the runway.

The details: Melissa Sweet "Tavi" dress, priscillaofboston.com, worn with Fancy New York veil, Van Cleef & Arpels "Caresse d'Eole" ear clips, Tiffany & Co. bangle, and HarryWinston ring.

(From left): Lanvin sheath, kleinfeldbridal.com, wornwith Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz brooch and Bulgari bracelet. Lazaroball gown, jlmcouture.com, worn with Laura Jayne Bridal Design comb and barrette, Harry Winston earrings, and Maria Elena Headpieces bracelet.

Ruffles take center stage: First to walk, tulle with fan embroidery. Next, silk gazar complete with a cascading opera coat, followed by Chantilly lace with a flange skirt.

(Front to back): Oscar de la Renta gown and opera coat, 212-288-5810, worn with Van Cleef & Arpels "Palmyre" necklace, Harry Winston ring, and William Goldberg cuff. Vera Wang gown.

Douglas Hannant strapless gown, Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier, worn with Laura Jayne Bridal Design "Coronado" hair band, De Beers "Waterfall" earrings, Harry Winston bracelet, and Ritani ring.

Hair and makeup teams work their magic on silk-clad models. Out on the runway, a tea-length organza dress and a drop-waist silk satin gown wow the crowd from every angle.

The details (from left): Angel Sanchez gown N8004, worn with Tiffany & Co. necklace and Harry Winston ring. Judd Waddell gown, worn with Harry Winston earrings, De Beers necklace, Chad Allison bangle, and Memoire ring. On both models: Carolina Amato gloves.

The details (from left): Jewel gown, priscillaofboston.com, worn with Fancy New York veil, Harry Winston cuff, and Christian Louboutin booties. Liancarlo gown, worn with Oscar de la Renta necklace, Ever After Miami, 305-444-7300.

Who's Who in the Front Row (seated, from left): Mark Ingram, owner of Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier in New York City; blogger Bee Kim of Wedding Bee; our own Darcy Miller; guest; and bloggers Jillian Clark of 100 Layer Cake and Jacqueline Weppner of Merci New York.

Two models, one in a stand-collar lace capelet, another in strapless satin-faced chiffon, await their turns to walk as a one-sleeve cloque lace number captures the spotlight.

The details (from left): Monique Lhuillier "Arielle" gown and re-embroidered lace capelet, worn with Laura Jayne Bridal Design "Wish" comb and "Aida" barrette, K. Brunini "Twig" earrings and bangles, fragments.com, Carolee necklace, Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz bracelet, and Harry Winston ring. Lela Rose "The Aviary" gown, Kelly's Closet, 404-377-9923, worn with Laura Jayne Bridal Design "Marseille" comb and Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz brooch.

The details: Carolina Herrera gown, worn with Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz earrings, Harry Winston necklace, M&J Trimming ribbon, Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz brooch, Oscar de la Renta cuff, Ever After Miami, 305-444-7300, and Memoire ring.

The details (this page): Oscar de la Renta blouse and skirt with faux mimosa flower at waist, BleuBelle Bridal, 912-355-2502, worn with Carolee Lux earrings.

Just moments after a leaf-green silk taffetaskirt makes its surprise debut, a profusion of tulle ruffles closes -- and steals -- the show.

Marchesa gown, MarkIngram Bridal Atelier, worn with Maria Elena Headpieces earrings, Carolina Amato gloves, and Ritani ring.