If you're a fan of Say Yes to the Dress
, you know the show is virtually synonymous with Pnina Tornai. The Israeli designer got her start in Tel Aviv when a customer begged her to repurpose one of her evening gowns into a wedding dress. That bride ended up on the cover of a local wedding magazine, marking Tornai's entry into an industry she never expected to be in. Today, she's the only designer to have an in-house boutique at New York City's famous bridal salon, Kleinfeld—she's also their best seller.
To sum up Tornai's signature style in one word is tricky, but we'd go with daring. Known for their plunging necklines, flouncy ruffles, sky-high slits, and corset-style bodices, her wedding dresses don't just flatter the female form—they reveal it. Last season, the designer sent plenty of bodysuits and adorned leotards down the runways, finishing off the look with ethereal trains or high-energy layered skirts. Just as daring? Her use of transparent lace which, which she often uses to create entire bodices, sans liner.
The newest assortment of Pnina Tornai wedding dresses, which debuted at Spring 2019 Bridal Fashion Week, brought that same level of sex appeal. With plenty of sheer details—from illusion sleeves and keyhole necklines to skirt panels and side cutouts—these dresses are perfect for the woman who wants to show a little skin. If you've always dreamed of wearing a Pnina Tornia gown (SYTTD re-runs will do that to you!), click through to discover all of the looks from the brand's Spring 2019 bridal collection.
Tulle ball gown with illusion sleeves and floral embroidery
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Tulle A-line wedding dress with plunging neckline and floral appliqués
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Tulle A-line wedding dress with illusion neckline and floral appliqués
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace mermaid wedding dress with plunging neckline and illusion sleeves
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace ball gown with plunging neckline and illusion sleeves
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Mermaid wedding dress with illusion neckline and lace appliqués
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Mermaid wedding dress with lace appliqués and tulle overskirt
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Short wedding dress with V-neckline
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace short wedding dress with V-neckline and illusion sleeves
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Mermaid wedding dress with sheer panels and silver embellishments
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Mermaid wedding dress with sheer panels and lace appliqués
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Tulle ball gown with lace bodice and crystal embellishments
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace mermaid wedding dress with plunging neckline
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace mermaid wedding dress with embroidered overskirt
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Tulle A-line wedding dress with plunging neckline and embellished bodice
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Tulle wedding dress with spaghetti straps and floral embroidery
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace trumpet wedding dress with plunging neckline and tulle cape
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Mermaid wedding dress with plunging neckline and embellished bodice
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Ball gown with plunging neckline and embellished bodice
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace mermaid wedding dress with V-neckline and illusion sleeves
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace trumpet wedding dress with V-neckline and tulle skirt
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Mermaid wedding dress with V-neckline and floral embroidery
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Sleeveless wedding dress with V-neckline and shimmering overskirt
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace ball gown with off-the-shoulder neckline and illusion sleeves
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Ball gown with plunging neckline and pockets
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Short wedding dress with plunging neckline and illusion sleeves
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace ball gown with illusion neckline
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Lace trumpet wedding dress with V-neckline
Pnina Tornai for Kleinfeld
Trumpet wedding dress with embellished bodice and tulle skirt