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Wedding Dresses

8 Real Brides Who Looked Straight Out of a Fairytale

By
Hillary Hoffower
Updated on May 9, 2017
It's like they stepped out of storybook on their way down the aisle.
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Kristen Booth Photography

You've been dreaming of your wedding day since you were a little girl, are we right? Turns out, you don't need a fairy godmother to get your fairytale wedding—or look like a fairytale princess after all. All you need is an ethereal ballgown paired with cascading waves or a chic updo. Oh, and a picturesque backdrop doesn't hurt either!

Just take a cue from these eight brides, who look like their love story began with "Once upon a time..."

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Blush Wedding Photography

Modern-day Cinderella here stunned in a whimsical blue Tara la Tour ballgown. A fitted strapless bodice gives way to a drop waist that introduces layers upon layers of cascading ruffles—charming and just as dazzling as the bride’s silver chandelier earrings.

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Carrie King Photography

This bride is looking pretty in pink, thanks to the magic of Lazaro. A flouncy blush gown with asymmetrical lines, a sweetheart neckline, and beaded embellishments at the waist is both dreamy and artistic.

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Kayla Barker

This ivory Watters gown practically glows in the autumnal sunlight, billowing in a way that is wistfully ethereal. A softly swept updo and minimal jewelry makes no distractions, allowing the detailed and dazzled corset to shine in this elegantly airy style.

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Kristen Booth Photography

Spotted—Snow White in her enchanted forest. A lace sheath Tara Keely dress topped with a full tulle skirt is classic princess romance, especially when paired with a flowing veil attached to a floral crown. It can’t get much more woodland fairytale than this.

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Nicole Berrett Photography

We could wax lyrical about this fairytale princess all day. A subtle tiara and sparkling statement necklace echo the glitter in the dress’s bodice. From Suzanne's Bridal Boutique, this voluminous gown takes its royal duties very seriously, with dainty off-the-shoulder straps and illusion fabric across a plunging neckline.

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Kristen Booth Photography

This Mira Bridal Couture gown brings a bit of drama to the simplicity of nature. A thick, flowing train mirrors the waterfall behind this beautiful bride, with heavy drapery in the front. A bedazzled and embroidered corset laces up in the back for an honest touch.

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Simple Sweet Photography

Hello, Elsa. A custom hushed blue gown by Little Pink Dress makes for one stunning ice queen (the sweet kind, of course!). A bounty of tulle, touches of lace, and a powder shade that captures the color of light as it hits the snow is nothing but divine.

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Brittany Jean Photography

Sleeping Beauty, anyone? This fairytale bride awaits her debut inside the castle wearing a blush gown from Unbridaled, featuring a white bodice with illusion overlay adorned with enchanting silver embroidery and a bit of fairy dust. A deep burgundy floral crown and matching bouquet contrast the softness with a hint of moodiness.

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