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If her red carpet look was any sort of preview of how she plans to look on her Big Day, Katherine Heigl is going to score a big fat TEN in my bridal fashion book! Many a bride can take a cue from this gorgeous Emmys ensemble. What made her look such a hit, and why should you care? I'll give you four reasons:

1. Her sleeve goes softly off the shoulder, but still has spaghetti straps to hold everything up, leaving her free to hug (and strike a pose). You're going to need to do both in your dress, as well, so opt for some practicality with your style.
   
2. She didn't overdo the jewelry. She wore striking earrings and a bracelet, but not so much bling that it took away from her overall look. Don't wear a tiara, chandelier earrings, a thick necklace and diamond cuff bracelets. Less can be more
   
3. She opted for beautiful, red lips. Red lips are glamorous -- as long as the rest of the makeup stays simple. Play up your favorite features and keep the rest subtle.
   
4. The dress flatters her shape. Yeah, I know, it must be really tough for her. But, she knows she has great curves and wore a dress to maximize that shape. If your shape isn't quite as proportional as Katherine's, you don't have to choose a dress that emphasizes that. Know your shape and accentuate the positive.

Gallery: From Red Carpet to Altar