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Photo: Axios archives Once the wedding venue is secured, many brides turn their focus to one of the most personal and most photographed decisions of all: choosing the dress

The captivating long beaded formal dress has thin shoulder straps that attach to thin bands that lace up over the open back for the best fit, while the hip-hugging long skirt opens in a side slit before reaching the floor

The almond toe gives them a super flattering cut, and they are so, so comfortable

C, D: Fitted, surplice bodice

Your palette is rich and earthy: terracotta, burnt orange, olive, deep teal, warm burgundy, mustard, chocolate brown