From the Runway, Winter 2008

July 27, 2011

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Rivini

A wedding dress will always make a big statement, but sometimes it's by way of mere wisps of detail: dainty pleating, a smattering of glittery embroidered stars, a tulle overlay as soft as mist. Pick one of these styles, and you'll wow with a whisper. #25, $3,795, www.rivini.com.

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Christos

"Olivia," $5,700, www.christosbridal.com.

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Badgley Mischka

"Bianca," $4,170, www.badgleymischkabride.com.

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Jim Hjelm

Gown, $3,289, www.jimhjelmbridal.com.

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St. Pucchi

Z234, $2,850, 800-932-0249.

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Ines Di Santo

"Cameo," $7,200, www.inesdisanto.com.

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Monique Lhuillier

Strapless gowns have become such a mainstay that it's nice to see some fresh alternatives to the shoulder-baring look. And the newest cover-ups are far from frowsy. Whether classic or minimally modern, a bolero or a full-length coat, these extras add style as well as practicality. We think you'll warm to them. Gown, $3,850, and jacket, $7,700, www.moniquelhuillier.com.

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Vera Wang

Maxicoat (#11668, look #23) and skirt (#11828, look #23), from Vera Wang, 212-628-3400.

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Reem Acra

"Tranquil," $2,500, www.reemacra.com.

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Tara Keely

Gown and bolero, $2,100, www.tarakeely.com.

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Carolina Herrera

Gown (#32806), $3,490, and bolero (#332821), $1,290, www.carolinaherrera.com.

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Jim Hjelm

Gown (#32806), $3,490, and bolero (#332821), $1,290, www.carolinaherrera.com.

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Priscilla of Boston

If you thought bows as decorative details were just for little girls in party dresses, check out these pretty fillips. Of pin-neat ribbon, sumptuous satin, or poufs of organza, they may be feminine, but they're also utterly sophisticated, particularly on an otherwise unfussy gown. With a bow on top? You bet. #4009, $4,200, www.priscillaofboston.com.

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Vineyard Collection

"Bess," $3,200, www.vineyardcollection.com.

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Anne Barge

Gown (#468), $4,390, and bolero (#468B), $870, www.annebarge.com.

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Monique Lhuillier

Bustier, $4,290, and skirt, $2,860, www.moniquelhuillier.com.

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Judd Waddell

Draped strapless dress, $3,800, from Bridals By Lori, Atlanta, 404-252-8767.

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Peter Langner

For similar Peter Langner styles, Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier, New York, www.peterlangner.it.

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