I promise

Ebony, Feb, 2008 by Harreitte Cole

Pledging your life to the one you love is a huge step, perhaps one of the most profound you will ever make. That's why so many people ensure that every aspect of their big day gets extra-special attention. What you wear when you say "I do" is paramount, This year, dreamy, elegant and sophisticated dresses are the most popular looks for brides. Grooms must always be debonair, but these days they get to choose between a traditional tuxedo and a dark suit.

Waiting to Exhale

A gentleman waits in style for his bride--in a tux that he owns, not one that he rents

On Leo: Tuxedo and tuxedo shirt by Ermenegildo Zegna, $2,200-$2,400. zegna.com Cummerbund ($75) and bow tie ($45) by Brooks Brothers, brooksbrothers.com "Liverpool" welted wingtips by Cote Haan. cotehaan.com Wedding band available at Kramer Brothers. kramerbros.com Cuff links, model's own.

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Ladies in Waiting

Getting ready is half the fun while preparing to walk down the aisle

On Anesha: Silk taffeta one-shoulder craped mermaid gown with golden laurel back applique by Vera Wang. $6.890. Gold python "Hosta" pumps by Claudia Ciuti, $490. claudiaciuti.com Long drop earrings by Jennifer Miller, $300. jewelsbyjen.com Emerald-cut diamond band available at Kramer Brothers, kramerbros.com

At right on Dominique: Blush silk satin A-line dress, strapless, pleated bodice, high waist with crystal-beaded trim. pleated bubble hem by Jim Hjelm, $2,530, jimhjelm.com Beaded flower "Tasha" shoes by Beverly Feldman, beverlyfeldmanshoes.com Multicolored pearl and stone necklace. earrings and bracelet available at Kramer Brothers, kramerbros.com Swarovski crystal ring by Jennifer Miller, jewelsbyjen.com

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On Anesha (left): Beaded V-neck gown by Jenny Packham, price available upon request. jennypackham.com Silver python "Aspen" pumps by Claudia Ciuti, $490, claudiaciuti.com Hoop earrings and necklace by Nicole Miller, nicolemiller.com Bouquet by The Daily Blossom NYC, dailyblossom.com

On Dominique: Metal taffeta dress by Nicole Miller, $1,800. nicolemiller.com Snakeskin-print "Stunning" shoes by Beverly Feldman, beverlyfeldmanshoes.com Swarovski crystal earrings, ring and cuff bracelet, all by Jennifer Miller, jewelsbyjen.com

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Savor Each Moment

Make your wedding a day you remember because you take the time to notice every wonderful detail.

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Soft And Lovely

When you want to float through the room like you're on a cloud, wear chiffon.

On Anesha: Empire-waisted ivory tulle "Juliette" dress Amsale. $4.300 by amsale.com Cream slingbacks by Cole Haan colehaan.com Swarovski crystal drop earrings and ring by Jennifer Miller jewelsbyjen.com Floral and feather headpiece Dy Leah C. Available at Leah C. Couture Millinery, leahc.com

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Delightfully Divine

Whether your gown is lean and beaded or sumptuously grand and strapless, you can make a signature statement on your big day.

On Dominique: Cross-back "Caterina" dress by Jenny Packham, $2,810. Open-toed "Tulipano" slingbacks by Claudia Ciuti, $350, ciaudiaciuti.com. Swarovski crystal bracelet and ring by Jennifer Miller, jewelsbyjen.com. Earrings by AA Bridal. aabridal.com.

At right on MalyikaNima: Strapless ball gown of blush Italian 100% silk satin with pleated scoop neckline: empire line accented with rhinestones; corset, piped Basque bodice; and full ruched chapel train, Anne Barge, price upon request, annebarge.com. Pave diamond and rose quartz ring, $2,150, and quatrefoil rose quartz necklace, $2,350 by David Yurman, davidyurman.com. Veil by Leah C. Couture Millinery, leahc.com.

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Feeling Fine

A dark suit and tie can be a perfect complement to a beautiful bride at a daytime wedding.

On Leo: Navy pinstripe suit, $1095, cotton shirt and belt, all by Burberry, burberry.com. Black tie with blue pattern by Brooks Brothers, brooksbrothers.com Black and brown "Tried N True" lace-ups by Kenneth Cole, $175. kennethcole.com.

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SERGIO KURHAJEC/ARTWING NY STYLING BY ISE WHITE/ARTISTS BY TIMOTHY PRIANO