Wedding Dresses

When Kate Middleton made her entrance at Westminster Abbey, the most-sought-after secret was finally revealed. The royal bride appeared in a stunning creation by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen. The long-sleeved wedding dress with English and French Chantilly lace appliqué bodice, satin gazar pleated skirt and nine-foot train became an instant hit.

To copy the classic, Grace Kelly style, browse these gowns inspired by the new Duchess of Cambridge:



Vera Wang

The delicate illusion sweetheart neckline of the Esther gown allows you to follow the trend without full-length sleeves like the duchess' dress. The A-line skirt features multi-layered Chantilly lace appliqué and an oversized delicate bow sash.

For more information, visit VeraWang.com.


















Monique Lhuillier

The appropriately-named Catherine dress from the designer's Spring 2012 Platinum Collection features Chantilly lace, long sleeves and a Bateau neck.


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David's Bridal

The strapless fit-and-flare gown by Oleg Cassini comes with a coordinating lace jacket -- a practical option for brides who want to cover up during the ceremony, but show a bit more skin at the reception.

For more information, visit DavidsBridal.com.

















Elizabeth Fillmore

The floral lace Keira dress features 3/4-length sleeves over a silk slip. The back of the gown features a deep V and button detail.


For more information, visit ElizabethFillmoreBridal.com.

















Monique Lhuillier

The Arielle gown from the designer's Spring 2011 collection includes a lace capelet over the strapless corset, and makes modesty look sexy.


For more information, visit MoniqueLhuillier.com.
















Oscar de la Renta

From the designer's Spring 2012 collection, this white silk faille strapless gown with trumpet skirt features Chantilly lace overlay and a matching bolero.

Royal wedding-inspired straw hat optional.


For more information, visit OscardelaRenta.com.
















Blue by Enzoani

Add a little sparkle with the jeweled belt on the brand's Dabra dress. The fuller A-line gown with lace overlay features tulle blooms at the shoulders.

For more information, visit BluebyEnzoani.com.

Vanessa Kelterborn, a store manager at ABS Clothing Collection Inc. in Santa Monica, Calif., arranges a knockoff design of Kate Middleon's royal wedding gown. Mass-produced versions of her dress are expected to be on racks as early as late June. (AP)

Wedding and event planner Brian Worley shares his thoughts on the royal wedding and how he thinks Kate and Pippa Middleton will inspire bridal fashions:

Like billions of people, I watched the fairy-tale royal wedding, and as a wedding planner, the first thing that impressed me was how everything ran on time and like clockwork. That rarely happens! In fact, I usually plan on a wedding to start at least 15 minutes late. So for those of us who were up until the wee hours of the night (or early hours of the morning), the royals didn't tease us.

From an outsider's view, it was flawless. The guests arrived on time and in an orderly fashion. And I loved that some of them chose to really push the fashion envelope -- with outrageous hats (or fascinators as they call them across the pond) and bright colors. Even the men stepped up the style with medals, bold ties and plaid slacks, looking put together and far from the stogy persona usually associated with the Brits!

Speaking of style hits, Kate's dress was stunning and classic. She looked beautiful. For 2011 and onward, the bridal train is back, along with fuller skirts. Although strapless dresses have been the norm for so long, we will see shoulder-covering lace and sleeves make their debut again because Sarah Burton. Known for being more of a modern designer, the McQueen mastermind created a gown that looked '50s inspired and was a nod to Grace Kelly.

But to be honest, I thought Kate would have worn something closer to her sister Pippa's sleek, body-conscious gown, but more royal looking. Also, the maid of honor's dress was very close in color to the bride's. Will this become a new trend -- the same color for the entire wedding party?

Prince William in his uniform looked regal; you can't go wrong when you're decorated with medals, gold rope, tassels and a sash! Prince Harry was also adorned with much-earned bling for his years of military service. But I doubt the princes' looks will start a trend for non-royal weddings -- that would be a little too much!

All in all, the whole wedding was full of hits, no misses and was truly royal. Here's to them living happily every after!

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No, Kate Middleton will not be making a cameo appearance on tonight's Say Yes to the Dress. But there will be lots of ladies who think they should be queen for at least a day.

The all-new TLC special, which airs tonight at 9 p.m. EDT, features our favorite Kleinfeld Bridal consultants taking on their own princess brides from this side of the Atlantic.

Be prepared for oodles of sparkle, rhinestones and tiaras, as the show gets in the royal wedding spirit.


Watch a preview clip below:

If you aren't certain about what wedding dress to choose, follow one of Hollywood's fashion icons whose style is similar to yours. If you're a laid-back and carefree bride like Megan Fox, consider gowns with a free-flowing silhouette. Empire-waist styles made with chiffon fabrics and very little detail will give a bohemian feel. Try a flat sandal and floral hair accessory to bring your entire look together.