Kim Kardashian has confirmed that designer Vera Wang will be designing her gown for the big day. The reality television star -- who is set to wed basketball player Kris Humphries on Aug. 20 -- took to her blog to make the big announcement. She said, "I am so excited to reveal that Vera Wang is my wedding dress designer. Vera has been a close family friend for a long time and we had talked about this moment for years, so when it came to picking my wedding dress designer she was the first person I thought of. No one designs gowns the way she does!" She continued, "I know that Vera can make my dream come true and create the most perfect gown for my special day."

Are you surprised that Kim chose Vera to designer her wedding gown?

In related news, did you see Kim's ridiculous wedding registry? And don't miss the summer 2011 wedding gown styles that have made it down the aisle so far.