“I wanted Kate to look regal, but romantic, so I used chiffon and lace to evoke tradition, but gave her a romantic off-the-shoulder detail.” — Doo-Ri Chung, Doo.Ri

As soon as the royal engagement was announced, designers went straight to work in beginning their sketches for the wedding gown that they hope to see Kate Middleton wearing when she walks down the aisle. WWD has asked designers to send in their submissions and here is what they came up with. Many submissions included long sleeved or extravagant and overwhelming veils and skirts that resembled a Victorian style. Out of the 30, here are just a few of my favorites!

“On the royal wedding day, I envision Kate Middleton in a fresh, modern silhouette emphasizing her elegance and beauty in a youthful way.” — Gilles Mendel, J.Mendel

“Kate tends to wear a very elegant and clean silhouette, so I think the lines of this dress would suit her style. The understated tiers play up her youthful and romantic appeal.” — Lela Rose

“I think no poof and froufrou. Elegant with a modern twist. A little sexy, but also modest.” — Nicole Miller

“Light as a feather, layers of lace and organza…a dress fit for a princess.” — Peter Copping, Nina Ricci

“I think that there will be so many comparisons to the late Princess Diana that her dress should almost be the opposite of what Diana’s was — modern, simple and very elegant.” — Tom Mora, vice president of wedding and special occasion, J. Crew

To see all of the designers’ submissions, click here