Queen! Classic A-line ball gown with all the right accents to make you feel modern and all around fabulous from the shoulder ruffle to the defined waist, thigh high slit and that metallic brocade fabric. Sizes 0 to 20. Buy from Mac Duggal.

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Tasteful and sexy can indeed go hand in hand as Mac Duggal proves with this sleek one shoulder column dress, ruched in all the right places, with head-to-toe sequins to give it a sparkle that feels modern and not over the top. Comes in several vibrant colors in addition to gorgeous green. Sizes 0 to 16. Buy from Mac Duggal.

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Not your basic black. The halter style gives it a modern flair; the tiers of ostrich feathers on the skirt really amp it up. Also, the tie in back adds another dash of glam. The material is high quality, but it is a soft jersey, which means there's no structure to hold you in place. Shapewear is your friend. Sizes 0 to 14. Buy from Mac Duggal. 

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If A-line ball gowns are not your jam, slip into this hot number, sure to make you feel all kinds of glam. Halter style, bare back (consider having cups sewn into the dress for some no-fuss structure). The all over sequin work is high quality, making it feel more expensive than it is. Sizes 0 to 18. Buy from Mac Duggal.

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Classic, but never boring. The scattered floral jacquard adds dimension and interest to this off-the-shoulder gown. With its cinched waist and A-line skirt, the look is Infinitely flattering. The light blue is oh-so-fresh, but this style comes in other colors (where the pattern is more pronounced). Sizes 0 to 18. Buy from Bloomingdale's. 

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We love the sleek simplicity of this trumpet style gown, which offers the perfect proportion of skin revealed/covered with that off-the-shoulder cut and sheer floral elbow length balloon sleeves, which offer just enough coverage, right where you want it. sizes 4 to 16. Buy from Macy's. See it on real MOB Leslie.

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This overlay is everything: dramatic sleeve from the front; cape from the back. Add to that the twist front, plunging neckline and shimmery jersey fabric, and this dress is wedding-ready. 2 to 16. Buy from Macy's.

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Exquisite. Elegant. And everything in between. The ruffled rosettes are works of art and like no other arm candy out there right now. Body skimming, perfectly pleated, and with that floor sweep on the trumpet silhouette for one final exclamation mark. Sizes 0 to 14. Buy from Neiman Marcus. 

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Don't call it a flutter sleeve! We're mad for this modern look—the v-neck, draped sleeve and top, cinched waist and straight skirt. It's relaxed and cool, but the sequins keep this gown right on point for a special occasion. They call this color "paprika;" also comes in slate blue. Sizes 2 to 24. Buy from Mac Duggal. 

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Classic style, rich details. It checks many boxes with the cap sleeves, illusion neckline, and A-line silhouette. The silver floral and lace makes it extra special. Sizes 0 to 22. Buy from Teri Jon.

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Classic style for the woman who is anything but. The "Brooke" is one of Sachin & Babi's essential silhouette's—empire style, full skirt with box pleats and a front slit. But let's be real: you're going to be able to wear your favorite bra with this dress and still look glamorous, and that's a day maker. Comes in several floral prints in pinks, reds and blues. Sizes 0 to 14. Buy from Sachin & Babi. 

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Dressy, without taking yourself too seriously. We love to laid back flow of this pleated chiffon gown with its chic puff sleeves. The deep V is even more dramatic from the back, which means you might want to a low cut bra. But the fitted criss cross bodice will hold everything in place. Comes in several other colors from powder blue to blsck. Sizes 0 to 22. Buy from Teri Jon.

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