Bridesmaid Dresses with Sexy Details

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Everyone loves to show off a little bit of skin, whether it's a deep plunging V-neck, open back, or thigh-high slit. But what makes something even sexier is the subtlest hint of flesh, a tiny illusion here or snippet there to keep 'em wanting more. Which is why one of the biggest bridesmaid dress trends right now is peek-a-boo details.

From the cutouts that have become almost a standard in evening wear to a keyhole neckline and illusion strip at the waist, there are many tasteful, subtle, and most importantly fashion-forward ways to rock a bridesmaid's dress with peek-a-boo details. These architectural touches and understated embellishments add a ton of dimension, texture and, of course, intrigue to an otherwise simple silhouette. We think even Grandma would approve!

Designers are turning it up a notch with cutouts at the neckline, asymmetrical cutouts along the bodice, and even an additional cutout below a super-deep V. Your personal peek-a-boo doesn't have to be fully absent of fabric, though. Dresses with illusion mesh slits or stunning lace numbers without lining across sections of the silhouette offer up the same excitement as a full-fledged cutout.

Do you think your girls will go for a dress with peek-a-boo details? Click through to see some of our favorites!

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Fame and Partners

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Fame and Partners "Bella Vita" Dress, $279, fameandpartners.com.

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Joanna August

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Joanna August "Kimberly" Short, $250, joannaaugust.com.

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Michelle Mason

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Michelle Mason One-Shoulder Cutout Stretch-Cady Dress, $635, net-a-porter.com.

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Halston Heritage

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Halston Heritage Cutout Sequined Stretch-Jersey Gown, $495, net-a-porter.com.

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Monique Lhuillier

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Monique Lhuillier Bridesmaids Tulle Illusions Cutout Gown, $280, shopbop.com.

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Three Floor

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Three Floor "Pop of Peony" Lace Dress, $420, shopbop.com.

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Alexis Sage

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Alexis Sage Embroidered Dress, $572, shopbop.com.

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David's Bridal

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David's Bridal Long Faux-Crop-Top Dress, $139.95, davidsbridal.com.

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Nouvelle Amsale

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Nouvelle Amsale Halter Keyhole Neck Chiffon Gown, $220, www.nordstrom.com.

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Foxiedox

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Foxiedox "Flourite" Crochet Maxi Dress, $198, www.nordstrom.com.

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Self-Portrait

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Self-Portrait Dot-Lace Tiered Mini Dress, $435, neimanmarcus.com.

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Halston Heritage

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Halston Heritage Silk Satin Gown, $695, halston.com.

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BCBG Max Azria

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BCBG Max Azria "Estrella" Cutout Gown, $368, bcbg.com.

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ASOS

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ASOS Side Cutout Maxi Dress, $64, asos.com.

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Tadashi Shoji

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Tadashi Shoji Boat Neck Pintucked Gown, $428, bloomingdales.com.

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Fame and Partners

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Fame and Partners "Allegra" Dress, $279, fameandpartners.com.

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