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Flattering wedding dress styles
For every bride-to-be, finding the style of wedding gown that best suits her body shape is quite a task. You will most likely try on many different styles before you find the wedding dress just for you. Varying body types (petite brides vs. tall and athletic brides) require varying wedding gown styles. A good idea is to visit a local wedding gown salon for advice from knowledgeable staff members who may recommend certain styles for you to consider. Also, if you are having your wedding dress designed and sewn by a couturier, they will help to design a one-of-a-kind creation that will highlight your best qualities and downplay those for which you wish you could change. Don't buy a wedding dress that is too small and hope that you can fit into it with a crash diet. Minor alterations can make a wedding dress that is a little too large fit properly but, most wedding dresses can not be increased in size. You will be wearing this wedding dress all day so find something that is comfortable! The following list contains a general guideline of different body styles and wedding dress styles to consider:
Hourglass-shaped Brides
Brides with an hourglass shape may want to accent the curves of their
bodies. A wedding dress with fitted or corset-style bodice and a
"V" waist line will help to accentuate the lines of the
body. A full skirt or slim straight skirt can both be flattering,
paired with a fitted bodice. If the hourglass shaped bride wants
to really follow the shape of her curves, the mermaid style gown can be
very flattering also.
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Pear-shaped Brides
For the pear-shaped bride, a wedding gown which draws attention
to the upper body and creates a look of balance between the shoulders
and fuller lower body is best. A tank-style bodice, an
off-the-shoulder wedding gown, or a sweetheart neckline with textured
surfaces and decoration on the edges all help draw the eye
upward. If the pear-shaped bride's waist is narrow, then she
may consider a drop waist bodice with beaded trim to further minimize
the hips. Pear-shaped brides should probably avoid clingy
fabrics and straight wedding gown styles which will only enhance the
imbalance between the shoulders and hip-line.
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Petite Brides
Petite brides are best suited for simple line wedding dresses which help give
the illusion of length and height. A close fitting sheath design follows the
natural lines of the body and makes the bride look taller. A princess line
wedding gown is also another option for adding the appearance of height.
If the fullness of a ball gown is desired, a petite bride should
consider the A-line wedding dress. Because the A-line shape does not
gather in at the waist but rather hugs the body tightly until it flairs
out into a full skirt, the waist and upper body appears elongated and
not "chopped in two" at the waist. Petite brides should
generally stay away from very elaborate, full gowns which may appear to
swallow them whole - the bride should be the focus not just the wedding dress!
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Plus-size Brides
The Plus-size bride has many options of wedding dresses.
There are now specialty bridal shops who carry wedding dresses in plus
20 sizes and bridal designers can accommodate fuller body types if the
wedding dress is being produced from scratch. Consider ball gown style
skirts with bustles with open neck lines which will show just a touch of
cleavage and a look of femininity. A drop waist wedding dress with a
beaded V-shape will help de-emphasize lager hips and long tapered
sleeves will camouflage fuller arms. The Plus-size bride should
not shy away from showing her figure but should avoid clinging fabrics
and straight wedding dress styles such as a silken sheath.
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Tall Brides
Tall brides may want to accentuate their stream lined bodies by
wearing a straight design like a sheath wedding gown. A strapless
wedding gown
or one with small straps will also show off long, thin arms. If a
tall bride really wants to show her legs, a skirt above the knees may be
worn with a bustled back. A close-fitting long skirt would also
accentuate the legs with a more formal look.
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