Tuesday's Tip #4: What Fit Fits You Best

Bridal gowns have come a long way in the last twenty years. Women today can browse around the internet, decide what style she likes the best, visit some shops and try on individual gowns where no two look alike. The convenience of shopping for your wedding gown has improved drastically, however it is important to understand and decide what shape gown will fit your body best before you exhaust yourself with thousands of dresses you will never be satisfied with.

Follow this guide to help figure out which silhouette flatters your figure.

Sheath- The sheath silhouette is a gown with clean lines and fits very closely to the body. This fit flows best with a woman who is tall and slender, or someone with a petite body. This gown is perfect for a summer outdoor wedding because manufacturers construct it from minimum material for that soft, snug fit.

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Goddess- The goddess gown flows from below the bust line, glamorizing the airiness of the material, which is typically chiffon. This style fits tall and slender, or petite brides. Those who picture their dream day on the beach, this style fits that dream. In the beach wind, the goddess gown will capture the beautiful weather and appear glamorous in your photos.

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A-Line- An A-line gown explains itself! This gown hugs the torso and gracefully angles outward from the waist line. Appearing not to full, but not sheath to the body, the a-line silhouette fits beautifully on a petite woman to help her appear taller because of the unbroken lines. This gown also looks stunning on a full-figured bride because her hips will become less noticeable. This gown is perfect for any venue. It flatters the outdoors because the bride can avoid carrying around a heavy gown, or can appear very elegant in a ballroom because of its classy and timeless fit.

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Trumpet- The trumpet silhouette hugs the body snug throughout the torso and flows outward from the mid thigh. This fit is often called the 'fit-n-flare' style. This gown is less restrictive than the mermaid because it allows movement below the knee. Brides who have an hourglass figure can carry a trumpet gown well because it hugs to all curves to show off your beautiful figure. The trumpet gown fits many venues. The fit is not restrictive, allowing the gown to suit the outdoors. A satin trumpet gown also appears rich, making it perfect for your classy indoor wedding.

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Mermaid- The mermaid gown appears exactly like a mermaid! This style fits from your chest all the way to below your knees, than dramatically flares out. This gown is also perfect for that hourglass figured bride because it accents all your curves. This silhouette is perfect for an evening wedding. The fit puts the bride right on the red carpet where she will glow the whole evening.

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Ball Gown- The ball gown style is every girls dream from childhood on! The ball gown style hugs the torso and flares out into a full skirt. To help get a ball gown to have fullness, layers of crinoline live underneath the gown. The fit of this gown flatters brides of all shapes and sizes, although petite brides may be overwhelmed by the volume of material. It is perfect for those brides who want to be the princess of the day. The ball gown suits the ball room wedding!

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As you begin to search for your dress, keep in mind your body shape to help you choose the best style for you. If you are unsure, you can ask your consultant to try on a few style you think may fit you well. You will know as soon as you begin to try on silhouettes which style you are comfortable in and flatters you best! Use this guide to help point you in the right direction as your dress search begins!


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