The "naked" look is so in right now.
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.
Bliss by Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Reem Acra
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Legends Romona Keveza
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Lee Petra Grebenau
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Oscar de la Renta
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Mira Zwillinger
Weddomg dress from Spring 2020
Lee Petra Grebenau
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Jenny Packham
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Galina Signature
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Alyne by Rita Vinieris
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Alexandra Grecco
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Rivini by Rita Vinieris
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Yumi Katsura
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Rime Arodaky
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Lee Petra Grebenau
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Mark Zunino
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Randy Fenoli
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Pronovias
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Alyne by Rita Vinieris
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Elizabeth Fillmore
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Inbal Dror
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Victoria Kyriakides
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Carolina Herrera
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Temperley
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Zuhair Murad
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Eve of Milady
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Tadashi Shoji
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Cristina Ottaviano
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Pnina Tornai
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Muse By Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Rime Arodaky
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Muse by Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Hayley Paige
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Zuhair Murad
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Zuhair Murad
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Muse by Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Pronovias
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Inbal Dror
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Hayley Paige
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
Ines Di Santo
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
Berta
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
Costarellos
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
Sarah Seven
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
Houghton
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
Berta
Wedding dress from Spring 2018
Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Berta
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Costarellos
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Moda Operandi + Tiffany & Co.
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Eve of Milady
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Pnina Tornai
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Kaviar Gauche
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Reem Acra
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Rime Arodaky
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Rivini by Rita Vinieris
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Sachin & Babi
Wedding dress from Fall 2017
Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Fall 2017