Sexy Wedding Dresses for Brides Who Want to Turn Heads

Greg Swales

The "naked" look is so in right now.

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Greg Swales
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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

Glen Allsop for Christian Oth Studio
See more from the Bliss by Monique Lhuillier Spring 2020 collection

Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Reem Acra

Courtesy of Reem Acra
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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Legends Romona Keveza

Seiji Fujimori
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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Lee Petra Grebenau

Courtesy of Lee Petra Grebenau
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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Oscar de la Renta

Courtesy of Oscar de la Renta
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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Monique Lhuillier

Jennifer Massaux
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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Gala by Galia Lahav

Greg Swales
See more from the Gala by Galia Lahav Spring 2020 collection

Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Mira Zwillinger

Courtesy of Mira Zwillinger
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Weddomg dress from Spring 2020

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Lee Petra Grebenau

Courtesy of Lee Petra Grebenau

Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Jenny Packham

Courtesy of Jenny Packham
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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Gala by Galia Lahav

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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Galina Signature

Courtesy of David’s Bridal
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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Alyne by Rita Vinieris

Felix Wong
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Wedding dress from Spring 2020

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Alexandra Grecco

Masato Onoda
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Pronovias

Courtesy of Pronovias
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Monique Lhuillier

David Roemer
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Rivini by Rita Vinieris

Mike Colón
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Yumi Katsura

Froylan Flowers
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Rime Arodaky

Courtesy of Rime Arodaky
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Lee Petra Grebenau

Dan Lecca
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Mark Zunino

Courtesy of Mark Zunino
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Gala by Galia Lahav

Courtesy of Galia Lahav
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Randy Fenoli

Dan Lecca
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Pronovias

Courtesy of Pronovias

Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Inbal Dror

Courtesy of Inbal Dror
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Alyne by Rita Vinieris

Mike Colón
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Elizabeth Fillmore

Courtesy of Elizabeth Fillmore
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Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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Inbal Dror

Courtesy of Inbal Dror

Wedding dress from Fall 2019

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