With spring in the air, wedding season can’t be far behind. June is its unofficial apex, but things get going earlier than that in May, and of course, happy couples get hitched all year long.

That means it’s time to start hunting for a dress. Because as most know, it’s a process that takes a long time.

And without a doubt, each bride has her own style and personality, which means her dress will follow suit. With that in mind, here are a few inspiring ideas for styles that reflect exactly who you are. Let the search begin!

Effortlessly elegant

A little bit of Old Hollywood glamour mixed with modern fluidity, Victoria Beckham’s gathered open-back satin maxi dress ($1,490 on net-a-porter.com) in ivory has a lustrous texture and gathered waist. The sweeping hem goes with everything from with your highest heels to suede espadrilles.

Lace and loveliness

After many years as a beloved designer of formalwear and bridal collections, Monique Lhuillier is the queen of exquisite frocks. And some of her prettiest are her simplest — such as the new floral jacquard bustier dress ($7,515 on mytheresa.com). All kinds of love for its intricate detailing and train — with both, you’ll be the princess in your own fairy tale.

Classic column

The crême de là crême is on display with this strapless, cinched-waist number. A classic column-style cut, Solace London’s Bridal Imani strapless satin twill gown ($1,050 on mytheresa.com) is a stunning presentation of stellar clean-lined design, with a spectacular attached train.

Retro minimalist

A ‘90s throwback, a là Caroline Bessette’s bridal gown by Narcisó Rodriguez. Except it’s this-season, and is relatively budget-friendly. The Watters Hyde bateau-neck low-back trumpet wedding gown ($1,295 on anthropologie.com) is sleek and chic. I love its stunning bateau neckline that leads down into its side cutouts and low V-back. It’s a trumpet silhouette that accentuates figures like a glove.

Modern minimalist

Sometimes the best combination is the sweetest — as with Lebanese designer Elie Saab’s embellished Cady midi dress ($4,030 on neimanmarcus.com). It’s embellished with studs and a empire bow bust, a sweetheart neckline, a charming empire waist, and a swirling and full-length A-line silhouette. As with so many of his designs, this dress is a vision of flowing materials, including virgin wool, and the result is both modern and regal.

Fabulously feminine

The hint of floral embedded in Dress The Population’s Kailyn embroidered fit & flare gown ($396 on saksfifthavenue.com) brings this atypical dress to a new level. Hardly your average bridal silhouette to begin with — its midi length keeps things from being formal, to be sure— this strapless, fit-and-flare gown is styled with delicate floral embroidery and the ethereal detailing is the icing on the proverbial wedding cake.

Dress The Population’s Kailyn embroidered fit & flaregown. (Photo saksfifthavenue.com )
Monique Lhuillier’s floral jacquard bustier dress. (Photo mytheresa.com)