Figure-flattering styles for your silhouette
Your wedding is your day to revel in the spotlight—all eyes will be on you; whether you’re walking down the aisle, having your first dance, or mingling with the guests. So naturally, you want to look your absolute best!
We have dedicated this post to three essential questions in your journey to finding the perfect wedding dress: How do I figure out my body type? Which silhouettes work for my body type? And most importantly, how do I find the perfect wedding dress for my body type?
Before heading to your first bridal appointment, it’s a good idea to get to know your general body measurements and consider your natural silhouette. No bride fits neatly into one shape or another, but basic categories can be useful to better understand your proportions, narrowing your wedding gown search, and choosing silhouettes that celebrate your most flattering features.
How do I find the perfect wedding dress for my body type?
Discover which wedding dresses will work best on your body type.
A-LINE
This is a universally flattering favourite. Complimentary on all body types, it remains fitted until the waist from where it flares out into a soft A-shape, hence the name. This is a silhouette that hugs you in all the right places and is a great choice for pear-shaped or curvy brides.
MERMAID
The mermaid silhouette contours the body from the chest to the knee and is flared. The style is known to emphasize the waist and hips rather than narrowing it, especially if you’re apple-shaped.
Choosing the right shapewear is important with a mermaid wedding dress. Considering how fitted it is, you’ll also want to make sure you can move freely in it, and can sit down easily too.
BALLGOWN
If you want to glide into your happily ever after like a princess, this fairy tale-ready gown is for you. Volume? Check. Drama? Check. Classic? Yes, of course! This fit-and-flare silhouette is great if you’re slim-hipped with a fuller bust. The voluminous skirt balances the fitted top, while the fuller silhouette accentuates the waist and hides the lower body.
If you are a bride who is conscious of her hips, you may want to keep in mind that the skirt can make you look larger. It’s easy to drown in swathes of fabric, so our tip is to keep the embellishments minimal and tonal.
SHEATH
A sheath wedding dress boasts a snug fit and contours the body from head-to-toe, gifting an elongated look that helps you appear taller. For a tall bride, it a sheath provides effortless body definition. Those with a more boxy silhouette can add a sash or embellished belt to create the illusion of a more defined waist.
A sheath offers a modern look and a comfortable feel, and if you're looking for a style that works well without a train, this is it!
FIT & FLARE
If your idea of the perfect wedding dress is one that highlights your waist, skims over your hips, and flares out into a wider shape, then a fit-and-flare wedding dress is undoubtedly for you. This classic look is one that’s incredibly popular among modern brides, and not just for those with a specific body type.
If you want to accentuate your waist and have a little movement in your skirt, then a fit-and-flare wedding dress would make a stunning choice on almost anyone!
Now you've found your perfect wedding dress silhouette, it's time to secure your appointment via our online booking platform!
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