Shibawi Wedding Dress

One-piece, slim line gown with deep V-neckline and zipper over inner corset closure.
One-piece, sheath style with deep V-neckline and button over zipper closure a sexy open back.
One-piece, slim line gown with halter neckline and button over zipper closure. Graceful chiffon creates this airy light silhouette.
One-piece, slim line gown with halter neckline and zipper over inner [...]

This year, ballgowns took a turn toward airy, and ethereal styles. Layers and layers of light and feminine tulle were on many dresses, like this Amsale confection.
Floral appliques were everywhere in 2009, including on this organza Vineyard Collection gown. Also, a trend that emerged a few years ago but still charms us—pockets!
The tulle skirt on [...]

Dramatic ruffled necklines appeared on many gowns in 2009, this Vineyard Collection dress was one of our favorites.
The ribbon treatment on this Angel Sanchez gown’s neckline is a gorgeous architectural detail.
We loved the regal (and flattering!) neckline on this David’s Bridal gown.
This Vera Wang gown has a deconstructed feel—the unique asymmetrical neckline with bow detail [...]

The most exciting and inspiring details we saw on gowns this year.
The shock of red on this Claire Pettibone gown amps up the ethereal silhouette. Plus, the metallic detailing is right on trend.
The sash on this Amsale gown is the perfect lavender hue—we love the incredible back view.
The gray-and-black stenciling on this Carolina Herrera gown [...]

This Francesco Fino gown’s “angel wings” back is a contemporary show-stopper.
The jaw-dropping open back on this slinky Jenny Packham gown is totally alluring.
Ruffles were a big runway trend this year, and this Anna Maier-Ulla Maija Couture gown’s gorgeous cascade was a true highlight.
The bow-adorned open back of this Oscar de la Renta gown adds a [...]

Kristina and Brock in Palm Springs, CA
Relaxed desert chic and 1930s-inspired glamour combined to result in this fabulous Southern California wedding. The bride, who wore a stunning silk bias-cut gown, created the invitations and centerpieces (featuring succulents she grew in her backyard) herself. After dinner and dancing to retro tunes, the couple and their late-night [...]

Allie and Brian in Mendocino, CA
Exuberant colors, lush flowers, and playful details offset a rustic, rural seaside setting at this wedding. A local folk and bluegrass group played at the ceremony, which featured a wooden arch made by the bride’s father (he also created the centerpiece boxes, which the florist filled with seasonal flowers). At [...]