When walking into a bridal shop its best to have in mind the type of gown you are looking for. You can research dresses on bridal websites and in magazines.
Because each woman has a different body shape, height and background, there are a multitude of wedding dresses to choose from. Your gown should highlight and accentuate your shape, so you love the way you look on your wedding day.
Have your dream dress in mind, but be open to other styles. You never know whats going to look most flattering, until you try it on. This is your big day, when all eyes will be on you. Instead of hiding what you have, show it off! Its your time to shine. Embrace your beauty.
Some women are very slim, others are more shapely, but rest assured, theres a dress for everybody.
Hourglass Shaped
Two-piece and corset dresses enhance an hourglass figure. Anything that accentuates the brides waist is in. Beautiful ball gowns and corseted bodices normally work for the bust line as well. Bridal bouquets should not overwhelm. Bridal headpieces should not be overdone if the bridal gown is elaborate.
Pear Shaped
A-line princess dresses disguise fuller hips and the pear shaped body type best. It also balances torso to bust. Dont have all your hair swept up, to help emphasize balance.
Petite
Clean, unbroken contours without too much fabric tend to elongate. Big ball gowns and mermaid wedding dress shapes can overwhelm. Finger-tip bridal veils ensure that the petite bride is framed well. Keep accessories to a minimum.
Tall
From ball gowns, princess line and A- line wedding dresses, straight bridal dresses and mermaid dresses; all are great for the tall bride who can carry almost any dress style. Avoid empire line dresses that can look almost tent like. Avoid wedding flowers or bouquets that are too small or large. Ensure they work proportionately with you and your body type.
Full Waisted
Princess-line and drop waist wedding dresses are most flattering. Draw the eye up with stunning bridal and wedding accessories. Killer diamonds will do the trick (of course, killer diamonds will always do the trick)! Bridal shoes with height may assist, as well.
Broad Shoulders
Brides with broad shoulders should veer from off-the-shoulder necklines, which tend to accentuate the shoulders. Try scoop necklines. For bridal accessories, fine delicate jewelry works best with your body type.
Full Busts
Bridal corsets can work magic. Scoop and square necklines enhance bust lines.
Apple Shaped
For brides who carry a little extra weight in the middle, empire or A-line is always a good choice. It helps bring the attention upward, and smooth out the middle. Wrap styles are also good to help trim the mid-section if the bride doesnt want to go with an empire, flowing style.
Athletic Figures
Slim brides, with small hips, do well with gowns that really accentuate the waist and give them shape.
The old saying, “you’ll know it, when you see it,” is most definitely true when searching for the perfect wedding dress. Try on as many as it takes and you’re sure to find the one that takes your breath away. There’s no doubt that you will be the star of your wedding day. Here’s to being a beautiful bride.
