Yumi Katsura Spring 2013 + My Dress of the Week

If you want glamour, sophistication, and a fashion-forward edge all rolled into one for your dream wedding dress, then look no further than Yumi Katsura! This Japanese designer took the bridal fashion world by storm with her exquisite 2013 Bridal Line. The newest collection is an eye catching plethora of fabulous wedding gowns filled with unique silhouettes and fabrications.

Take a look and see if you can pick a favorite!

My favorite gown is the one below, Miku. A trumpet style gown with asymmetrical draped bodice accented with Japanese obi sash. It's fluted front draped reveals panel of handcrafted silk flowers, petals and Ostrich feather detail embellishing entire hemline.

(See more of my favorite gown on my Dress of the Week collection)

Below, Kinsei. A cornucopia of delicate origami inspired cascading ruffles of Silk Satin Faced Organza adorn the bodice and skirt of this exquisite ballgown! Swarovski crystal encrusted belt accentuates the beautoful natural waist!

Kai. Lined in the most luxurious Silk Satin Faced Organza, this French Chantilly Lace fit and flare gown has an elegant, yet sultry sheer high neckline and back.

Kaiousei. Fitted, trumpet style gown with French Chantilly Lace bodice and dramatically draped tulle skirt. Removable Silk Satin Faced Organza sash detail at waist.

Kazan. Intricately woven hand embroidered lace weave a heavenly web of beauty and elegance with its gentle flower, leaf and dusting of crystal over the softest Silk Organza! This train boasts a waterfall of silk organza ruffles also accenting the entire hemline!

Hikaru. A cornucopia of delicate origami inspired cascading ruffles of Silk Satin Faced Organza adorn the rear portion of this exquisite gown!

Hoshi - reimbroidered Alencon Lace. And Iris - Silk Mikado. Lined in the most luxurious Silk Satin Faced Organza, thes elegant fit and flare gowns with one shoulder illusion neckline accented with stunning large bow and streamers.

Kaji. Strapless A-line gown featuring textured and embroidered (pleated and rouched) Silk Chiffon with gentle ombre detailing. Plume d'ostrich and Swarovski crystal embellishment along hemline. Dramatic, Swarovski crystal embellished belt highlights beautiful natural waistline.

Kana. Knee length, A-line frock features textured (pleated and rouched) Silk Chiffon. Deep v-neckline and back with Plumes d'ostrich and Swarovski crystal embellishment along hemline. Dramatic, Swarovski crystal embellished belt highlights beautiful natural waistline.

Larkspur. A classic A-line hand-embellished ball gown of rich printed silk gazar with a decadent and embellished over-sized waistband/ bow sash of brushed satin faced silk organza

Sora. Ornate and devastating elegant! This strapless fit and flare, French Guipuire Lace gown features a symphony of stunning floral patterns and embroidery work dramatically embellished with Swarovski Crystal details.

Taiyou. A rich and luxurious duo of Double Faced Stretch Silk Satin lined with the softest French Silk Charmuese! This dramatic fit and flare gown is accented with a dramatic godet and collar band of hand embroidered French Lace with handmade Organza flowers and petals, swarovski crystals, point d'esprit tulle and plume d'ostrich embellishment.

Taiyou with Kumo. Petals of silk organza are in full bloom complete with those fashionable little jagged edges create a dramatic entrance in this unique but eminently wearable bolero.

Mizu. A stunning Fit and flare, French Guipuire Lace gown features a square neckline and low cowl back detail. Lined in the most luxurious and soft French Silk Charmuese!

Nou. Strapless ball gown features a floral embellished corset, and full, embellished Laser Cut Lace skirt with soft Tulle overlay. Silk Organza sash accentuates natural waistline. Detachable train features soft peaks of Tulle and Laser Cut Lace.

Tei. A cornucopia of delicate origami inspired cascading ruffles of Silk Satin Faced Organza adorn the sultry, low back and rear portion of this exquisite gown! A symphony of ruffles accentuate the natural waisted bodice.