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Gotta Love It | Hunting for a gown? How about a going-away ensemble or chic shortie? We've got your covered. Here are the top 10 best looks embodying today’s trends.

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Bodycon Dresses - Ensemble: “Ines” by Kate McDonald Boutiques: Kate McDonald Bridal, Lovely Bride

Tiered Layers - Gown: “The Rutledge” by Lela Rose Boutique: Available locally through Maddison Row

Short Courthouse Frocks - Gown: “Camilla” by Tadashi Shoji Boutique: Available locally through MODELBRIDE

Princess Power - Gown: “Sofia” by Ines di Santo Boutique: Available locally through Betty Bridal

Flirty Ruffles - Looks: “Lucy” bodysuit with “Harlow” slacks (near right) and “Lucy” gown (far right), all by Alexandra Grecco Boutique: Lovely Bride

Thigh-High Slits - Gown: Style 018 by Sophia Tolli Boutique: Available locally through Palmetto Bridal Boutique

Fanciful Feathers - Gown: “Ava” by Calla Blanche Boutique: Available locally through Verità. A Bridal Boutique

Elaborate Trains - Gown: “Giselle” with train by Kelly Faetanini Boutique: Available locally through Gown Boutique of Charleston

Bare Shoulders - Gown: “Beverly” by Marchesa Notte Boutique: Lovely Bride

Big, Beautiful Bows - Gown: “Be Flirty” by Romona New York Boutique: Available locally through Southern Protocol Bridal

SHOPS

Betty Bridal Atelier

Gown Boutique of Charleston

Kate McDonald Bridal

Lovely Bride

Maddison Row

Palmetto Bridal Boutique

Southern Protocol Bridal

Verita, A Bridal Boutique

Photographs (2) courtesy of Kate McDonald Bridal; Photographs (10) courtesy of the designers

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