You stayed up into the wee hours of the morning to watch the royal wedding, and seeing Kate Middleton walk down the aisle [1] was better than any fashion show. Ever. Kate Middleton's your bridal style icon [2], and despite her gown's long embroidered train that extended to 110 inches and intricately stitched Chantilly lace bodice, that's totally viable. You can easily use Kate Middleton's look as inspiration for the one you'll wear down the aisle, though Alexander McQueen's Sarah Burton may not source your fabrics and stitch them together from scratch.
Whatever most attracted you to Kate's ensemble — be it the Victorian influence, the modestly plunging neckline of her bodice, or even its sheer sleeves [3] — you can find in a silhouette that's right for you. We rounded up 16 designs that boast special details the duchess would approve. In fact, she might even be jealous of your modern update. Read on for an all-angles look at Kate, then shop for a royal dress of your own.
Pronovias Elmira Princess Style Dress [4] (price upon request)
Melissa Sweet For David's Bridal Linear Lace Wedding Dress [5] ($1,258)
White By Vera Wang Long Sleeve Lace Wedding Dress [6] ($1,598)
BHLDN Maeve Gown [7] ($1,595)
Asos Bridal Lace Paneled Wedding Dress [8] ($194)
John Zack Heavy Lace Wedding Dress [9] ($78)
Reformation Francesca Dress [10] ($488)
Theia Nicole Lace Gown [11] ($1,495)
Temperley London Bertie Embroidered Tulle Gown [12] ($2,550)
Pronovias Elva Mermaid Wedding Dress [13] (price upon request)
Alexander McQueen Corded Lace Gown [14] ($12,688)
Rime Arodaky Olsen Lace-Paneled Twill Gown [15] ($4,850)
Monsoon Aspen Bridal Dress [16] ($525)
Reem Acra She's Mine! Dress [17] ($6,995)
Katie May Verona Gown [18] ($2,800)
Self-Portrait 'Primrose' organza frill tier lace wedding gown [19] ($1,115)