The big reveal is one of the key bridal trends for 2016 and, from transparent layers and peek-a-boo lace to daring plunge necklines, these gowns are the perfect statement piece for glamorous brides who dare to bare
Form leader
Elegant lace detailing creates a dramatic back profile for this fabulous form-fitting white gown from Israeli-born bridal designer Nurit Hen. UK stockists of her range of gowns include Mirror Mirror. nurit-hen.com
Take the plunge
This sleek Elodie full-length gown from Alice Temperley has a plunging neckline with bejewelled detailing and kimono sleeves – just the thing for channelling a hint of Studio 54-style glamour at your wedding bash. London stockists include The Wedding Club. temperleylondon.com
Pure gold
Nuria Gold is a low-front gown with thin straps and elegant beaded gold detailing across the arms and plunge back. The gown is also available with silver detailing and is part of a glamorous range at Wimbledon boutique Luella’s Bridal. luellas.co.uk
Wedding belle
Ruth Milliam is a Hampshire-based bridal designer who creates intricate gowns in silk and lace with hand embellishments and exotic trims. Evita is a glamorous plunge neckline gown featuring appliqué bodice and flounce skirt. ruthmilliam.com
Body talk
Cymbeline’s sexy and form-fitting Airelle gown features a high neckline, cut-out back and lace appliqué bodice with transparent skirt dotted with more appliqué flowers. Available in London from Mirror Mirror. mirrormirror.uk.com
Crystal magic
With a glamorous crystal-encrusted plunge neckline to front and back and body lengthening bodice, this elegant evening-style gown features a bejewelled chiffon skirt with long full train. London stockists of Martina Liana include London Bride Couture.
Siren call
With pure film-star credentials, La Vie en Rose is a dramatic lace embellished gown from Ian Stuart. Featuring a deep v-neck to the front, cut-out back and lavish train, it has ornate lace edging to the long fitted sleeves. ianstuart–bride.com
Sweet reveal
With delicate lace around the bodice and super slim straps, this sculptural gown from Canadian designer Paloma Blanca features covered buttons at the base of the back and a kick-pleat effect to create the elegant train. UK stockists include London Bride Couture, Pimlico and Helena Fortley, Caterham. palomablanca.com
Disco bride
The bride wears the trousers with this bold take on the 1970s pantsuit by Lebanese designer Gemy Maalouf. Featuring a sculptural bodice and silk trousers, it includes a gossamer-light train from the back of the bodice that can easily be detached when you want to hit that dancefloor. mirrormirror.uk.com
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