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We love tulle. Ditto for lace and taffeta. But there’s just something about silk and satin that show off a woman’s figure like no other fabric can. That’s why we’re counting down our favourite silk and satin gowns from this year’s runways. If you’re looking for a dress that’s sure to turn heads and drop jaws, be sure to check out some of these figure-flattering frocks.

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44872 With lace-embroidery and silk bows, every inch of this <a href="http://clairepettibone.com/" target="_blank">Claire Pettibone</a> gown is covered in intricate detailing. For more by Ms. Pettibone, check out this <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2011/10/18/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-claire-pettibone/" target="_blank">gallery</a>. WBFEB12_SilkClairePettibone https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkClairePettibone-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkClairePettibone.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkClairePettibone.jpg 550 827 {"aperture":"5.6","camera":"NIKON D3S","caption":"Designer: Claire Pettibone\nBridal Fashion Week Fall 2012\nNew York October 14th-18th , 2011","created_timestamp":"1318695637","focal_length":"155","iso":"800","shutter_speed":"0.002"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkclairepettibone/ wbfeb12_silkclairepettibone 0 0

44883 Feminine yet practical, this gown by <a href="http://www.annebowen.com/" target="_blank">Anne Bowen</a> shows off curves in all the right places. For more of Anne Bowen's 2012 gowns, check out <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2011/10/27/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-anne-bowen-fall-2012/" target="_blank">this gallery</a>. WBFEB12_SilkAnneBowen https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAnneBowen-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAnneBowen.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAnneBowen.jpg 550 827 {"aperture":"4","camera":"NIKON D3S","caption":"Designer: Anne Bowen\nBridal Fashion Week Fall 2012\nNew York October 14th-18th , 2011","created_timestamp":"1318800820","focal_length":"122","iso":"1600","shutter_speed":"0.0025"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkannebowen/ wbfeb12_silkannebowen 0 0

44882 Why not stay on trend by incorporating some colour into your gown and looking stunning at the same time? If you choose this gown by <a href="http://www.sarahjassir.com/" target="_blank">Sarah Jassir</a>, it should be a breeze. For more of Sarah's 2012 collection, look <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/tag/sarah-jassir/" target="_blank">here</a>. WBFEB12_SilkSarahJassir https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkSarahJassir-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkSarahJassir.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkSarahJassir.jpg 550 823 {"aperture":"4","created_timestamp":"1318789947","focal_length":"94","iso":"3200","shutter_speed":"0.004"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silksarahjassir/ wbfeb12_silksarahjassir 0 0

44881 This silk and satin gown by <a href="http://www.johanna-hehir.com/" target="_blank">Johanna Hehir</a> is the picture of old hollywood glamour. WBFEB12_SilkJohannaHehir https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJohannaHehir-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJohannaHehir.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJohannaHehir.jpg 550 827 {"aperture":"5","created_timestamp":"1274703444","focal_length":"70","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.003125"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkjohannahehir/ wbfeb12_silkjohannahehir 0 0

44880 Made of soft satin, this gown by <a href="http://www.elizabethfillmorebridal.com/" target="_blank">Elizabeth Fillmore</a> could make any bride feel like a Greek goddess. For more by Elizabeth Fillmore, check out this <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2011/11/04/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-elizabeth-fillmore-fall-2012/" target="_blank">gallery</a>. WBFEB12_SilkElizabethFillmore https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkElizabethFillmore-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkElizabethFillmore.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkElizabethFillmore.jpg 550 686 [] https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkelizabethfillmore/ wbfeb12_silkelizabethfillmore 0 0

44879 Modern and unique, <a href="http://www.davidfielden.co.uk/" target="_blank">David Fielden's</a> collections never fail to disappoint fashion-forward brides, and this gown is no exception. WBFEB12_SilkDavidFielden https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkDavidFielden-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkDavidFielden.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkDavidFielden.jpg 550 825 {"aperture":"4","created_timestamp":"1308426589","focal_length":"70","iso":"800","shutter_speed":"0.004"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkdavidfielden/ wbfeb12_silkdavidfielden 0 0

44878 The beauty's in the details for this charmeuse gown by <a href="http://www.ulla-maija.com/" target="_blank">Anna Maier</a>. It features Swarovski crystal straps and seams meant to flatter a woman's body. Want more from Anna Maier? Check out her Fall 2012 line <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2012/01/09/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-anna-maier-fall-2012/" target="_blank">here</a>. WBFEB12_SilkAnnaMaier https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAnnaMaier-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAnnaMaier.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAnnaMaier.jpg 550 825 {"aperture":"5","credit":"\u00c2\u00a9DAN AND CORINA LECCA","camera":"Canon EOS-1D Mark IV","caption":"FW12 BRIDAL FASHION WEEK NEW YORK OCTOBER 2011","created_timestamp":"1318786572","copyright":"\u00c2\u00a9DAN AND CORINA LECCA","focal_length":"160","iso":"320","shutter_speed":"0.002","title":"ULLA MAIJA FW12 BRIDAL NEW YORK 10\/16\/2011"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/ulla-maija-fw12-bridal-new-york-10162011-16/ ulla-maija-fw12-bridal-new-york-10162011-16 0 0

44877 With A-list celebrity clients like Beyonce and the <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/royal-wedding/2011/06/09/kate-dazzles-in-jenny-packham/" target="_blank">Duchess of Cambridge</a>, <a href="http://www.jennypackham.com/" target="_blank">Jenny Packham</a> must know a thing or two about flattering a woman's body. With it's plunging neckline and delicate straps, this gown shows her true expertise. WBFEB12_SilkJennyPackham https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJennyPackham-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJennyPackham.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJennyPackham.jpg 550 734 {"created_timestamp":"1171620279","iso":"100"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkjennypackham/ wbfeb12_silkjennypackham 0 0

44875 Thinking about going short and sweet, but want to look sexy as well? This gown from <a href="http://amsale.com/" target="_blank">Amsale's</a> Little White Dress Collection is a perfect choice for a modern bride that's not afraid of a shorter hemline. For more by Amsale, check out their 2012 collection <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2011/10/18/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-amsale/" target="_blank">here</a>. WBFEB12_SilkAmsale https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAmsale-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAmsale.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkAmsale.jpg 550 786 {"aperture":"5.6","camera":"NIKON D3S","created_timestamp":"1318713765","focal_length":"135","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.0015625"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkamsale/ wbfeb12_silkamsale 0 0

44874 Fitted and off the shoulder, we can't imagine a better gown for brides hoping to show off their curves on their wedding day. This dress was designed by <a href="http://www.youlinnewyork.com/" target="_blank">Youlin Katsura</a> and if you can't get enough of it, you can find more like it <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2011/12/22/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-youlin-fall-2012/" target="_blank">here</a>. WBFEB12_SilkYoulinKatsura https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkYoulinKatsura-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkYoulinKatsura.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkYoulinKatsura.jpg 550 825 [] https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkyoulinkatsura/ wbfeb12_silkyoulinkatsura 0 0

45001 Ruching, a v-neck and a slit? There's nothing about this silk gown that doesn't scream sex appeal. If you want to see more like this gown by <a href="http://moniquelhuillier.com/ target="_blank">Monique Lhuillier</a>, check out her Fall 2012 line <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/tag/monique-lhuillier/ target="_blank">here</a>. WBFEB12_SilkMoniqueLhuillier https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkMoniqueLhuillier1-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkMoniqueLhuillier1.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkMoniqueLhuillier1.jpg 550 839 [] https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkmoniquelhuillier-2/ wbfeb12_silkmoniquelhuillier-2 0 0

44871 <a href="http://moderntrousseau.com/" target="_blank">Modern Trousseau</a> is known for their work with beautiful imported silks, like the Thai silk used in this gown. And for the indecisive bride, it even has removable straps. WBFEB12_SilkModernTrousseau https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkModernTrousseau-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkModernTrousseau.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkModernTrousseau.jpg 550 880 {"aperture":"5.6","created_timestamp":"1317035847","focal_length":"45","iso":"100","shutter_speed":"0.008"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkmoderntrousseau/ wbfeb12_silkmoderntrousseau 0 0

44870 This modern gown by <a href="http://www.tonyhamawy.com/" target="_blank">Tony Hamawy</a> is a rare find: elegant and comfortable. We've got more of Hamawy's looks <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2011/10/27/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-tony-hamawy-fall-2012/" target="_blank">here</a>. WBFEB12_SilkTonyHamawy https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkTonyHamawy-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkTonyHamawy.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkTonyHamawy.jpg 550 825 {"aperture":"10","camera":"Canon EOS 5D Mark II","created_timestamp":"1317477539","focal_length":"50","iso":"100","shutter_speed":"0.01"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silktonyhamawy/ wbfeb12_silktonyhamawy 0 0

44873 <a href="http://www.pninatornai.com/" target="_blank">Pnina Tornai</a> is known for creating unique and sexy bridal wear, and there's no exception with this elegant gown. WBFEB12_SilkPninaTornai https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkPninaTornai-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkPninaTornai.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkPninaTornai.jpg 550 825 [] https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkpninatornai/ wbfeb12_silkpninatornai 0 0

44868 The feathered flowers that adorn this classically beautiful <a href="http://www.jlmcouture.com/Jim-Hjelm" target="_blank">Jim Hjelm</a> dress give it a modern twist. For more of Hjelm's 2012 gowns, check out this <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2011/10/20/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-jim-hjelm-fall-2012/" target="_blank">gallery</a>. WBFEB12_SilkJimHjlem https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJimHjlem-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJimHjlem.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkJimHjlem.jpg 550 825 {"aperture":"4.5","camera":"NIKON D3S","created_timestamp":"1318960420","focal_length":"130","iso":"1250","shutter_speed":"0.0025"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkjimhjlem/ wbfeb12_silkjimhjlem 0 0

44867 Different textures in this <a href="http://douglashannant.com/" target="_blank">Douglas Hannant</a> gown make it very flattering and simply irresistible. For more irresistible Douglas Hannant gowns, check out his Fall 2012 line <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2011/10/26/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-douglas-hannant-fall-2012/" target="_blank">here</a>. WBFEB12_SilkDouglasHannant https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkDouglasHannant-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkDouglasHannant.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkDouglasHannant.jpg 550 646 {"aperture":"10","camera":"NIKON D3","created_timestamp":"1318609685","focal_length":"45","iso":"200","shutter_speed":"0.008"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkdouglashannant/ wbfeb12_silkdouglashannant 0 0

44865 If you're a bride that likes a little more detail, this satin <a href="http://www.casablancabridal.com/" target="_blank">Casablanca</a> gown features a neck adorned with lace, pearls and rhinestones. WBFEB12_SilkCasablanca https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkCasablanca-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkCasablanca.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkCasablanca.jpg 550 733 [] https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkcasablanca/ wbfeb12_silkcasablanca 0 0

44960 This gently-draped gown by Canadian designer <a href="http://www.lea-annbelter.com/" target="_blank">Lee Ann Belter</a> features a Swarovski crystal embroidered belt. Like what you see? Find more from Lee Ann Belter <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/fashion/2012/01/12/photos-from-bridal-fashion-week-lea-ann-belter-fall-2012" target="_blank">here</a>. WBFEB12_SilkLeeAnnBelter https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkLeeAnnBelter-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkLeeAnnBelter.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkLeeAnnBelter.jpg 550 738 {"aperture":"5.6","camera":"P30+","created_timestamp":"1316531676","focal_length":"70","iso":"100","shutter_speed":"0.008"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkleeannbelter/ wbfeb12_silkleeannbelter 0 0

44916 This silk gown from <a href="http://57grand.com/" target="_blank">57 Grand</a> is perfect for a destination wedding -- and at $1250, the price is right, too. WBFEB12_Silk57Grand https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_Silk57Grand-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_Silk57Grand.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_Silk57Grand.jpg 550 828 {"aperture":"7.1","created_timestamp":"1302105909","focal_length":"60","iso":"800","shutter_speed":"0.0166666666667"} https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silk57grand/ wbfeb12_silk57grand 0 0

44884 This <a href="http://www.stpucchi.com/Home.html" target="_blank">St. Pucchi</a> gown is simple but sultry, with an open back that's sure to grab your groom's attention. WBFEB12_SilkSt.Pucchi https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkSt.Pucchi-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkSt.Pucchi.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WBFEB12_SilkSt.Pucchi.jpg 550 824 [] https://weddingbells.ca/fashion-beauty/wedding-dresses/20-sexy-silk-and-satin-gowns/slide/wbfeb12_silkst-pucchi/ wbfeb12_silkst-pucchi 0 0