The "naked" look is so in right now.
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One trend we keep seeing in the world of wedding dresses, both on the runway and on real brides? Naked, sheer, or illusion gowns—a.k.a "sexy" wedding dresses. There are so many details that can put a gown into this category, but here we highlight ones that show some skin. Whether it's a thigh-high slit (like this Galia Lahav beauty, from the label's Spring 2020 collection!), a plunging V-neckline, open back, or revealing illusion details, the following gowns pack major sex appeal. You'll also want to keep an eye out for gowns that feature lingerie-inspired elements, cutouts, or strategically placed appliqués, which cover all the right area—but leave just the right amount bare.
This style is perfect for a summer beach wedding or a revealing reception gown, and they're especially fitting for non-traditional brides (as long as the ceremony isn't in a house of worship!). Just because these looks are on the racier side, though, doesn't mean they can't feel sophisticated. We assure you that they can! In fact, you don't even have to show a ton of skin to be daring. Sometimes all it takes is a sliver of leg to make you feel super-sexy. One thing is for certain, though. Whether you go for an ultra-revealing look or choose to flash some skin in a subtle way, you'll surely make a statement on the big day—and you'll definitely make your spouse-to-be's eyes pop.
Here, we've rounded up our favorite recent wedding dresses with all demure, risqué elements you've been searching for. Click through to get inspired by these sexy, sheer wedding dresses, straight off the runways.
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Bliss by Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Reem Acra
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Legends Romona Keveza
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Lee Petra Grebenau
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Oscar de la Renta
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Mira Zwillinger
Weddomg dress from Spring 2020
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Lee Petra Grebenau
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Jenny Packham
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Galina Signature
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Alyne by Rita Vinieris
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
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Alexandra Grecco
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Pronovias
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Rivini by Rita Vinieris
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Yumi Katsura
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Rime Arodaky
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Lee Petra Grebenau
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Mark Zunino
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Randy Fenoli
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Pronovias
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Inbal Dror
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Alyne by Rita Vinieris
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Elizabeth Fillmore
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Inbal Dror
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
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Victoria Kyriakides
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Carolina Herrera
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Temperley
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Zuhair Murad
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Eve of Milady
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Tadashi Shoji
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Persy
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Cristina Ottaviano
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Pnina Tornai
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
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Muse By Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Rime Arodaky
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Muse by Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Hayley Paige
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Persy
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Zuhair Murad
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Zuhair Murad
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Randi Rahm
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Muse by Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Pronovias
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Pronovias
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Inbal Dror
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Inbal Dror
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
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Berta
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Houghton
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Watters
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Hayley Paige
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Ines Di Santo
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Berta
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Costarellos
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Sarah Seven
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Houghton
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Berta
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
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Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
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Anne Barge
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
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Reem Acra
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
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Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
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Houghton
Wedding dress from Fall 2017