Fit to
be Tied The Perfect Fit for Tying the Knot!
If you are planning to tie the knot, you definitely need a dress
with the perfect fit and style for your figure. Selecting the most
appropriate silhouette is easy with our online guide!
First, let's take a quick look at the basic gown silhouettes.
1. Princess or A-Line The typical A-Line silhouette has seams starting at the bust
or shoulders and flowing down to a flared skirt. The top of the
dress gracefully blends into the skirt. It gets it name from the
"A" shape, small at the top and larger (flared) at the
bottom.
2. Sheath or Mermaid
This silhouette closely follows the line of your body, hence the
nickname "mermaid".
3. Ball Gown
The ball gown silhouette is similar to the A-Line, only it has a
much fuller skirt and typically features a full bodice that is distinctly
separate from the skirt.
4. Empire
The Empire silhouette is high-waisted and typically has a slimmer
skirt. This style is reminiscent of Jackie O.
Now that we know the basic silhouettes, lets take a look at which
ones work for each body style.
The Perfect Hour-Glass Figure
Okay, so you've got a figure even Marylin
Monroe
would be envious of!
Do consider...
A nice A-Line gown paired with a v-neck or scoop-neck to
fully flatter your figure.
Think twice about...
an Empire silhouette which may hide your figure or make it
look disporportioned. A ball-gown may work if the skirt isn't
overly full, but watch that it doesn't over accentuate your
bottom half.
Short Waisted and Petite Figures
Do consider...
an A-Line gown to elongate your waist and make you appear
taller. Since the top of the dress gently blends into the
flared skirt, it gives a long and lean look.
Think twice about...
a ball gown. The ball gown may simply swallow you whole. You
want everyone to see YOU walk down the aisle -- not a big
gown with a person hidden in it!
Tall and Thin
Do consider...
a ball gown. You will look like an absolute Princess walking
down the aisle. Also consider a Sheath silhouette - there
aren't too many of us who can get away with wearing them.
If you've got it, we suggest you flaunt it!
Think twice about...
well ... we really can't think of a style that you wouldn't
look great in!
Pear Shaped
Do consider...
a gown that will draw attention to the upper half of your
body. The Silhouette isn't quite as important as the neckline
you select. The idea is to flatter your shoulders and chest
while drawing focus away from your hips.
Think twice about...
the mermaid silhouette ... for obvious reasons.
Full Figure and Plus Size
Do consider...
a ball gown or A-Line gown. The ball gown is full and will
hide many figure problems in the lower areas. An A-Line will
flatter practically any figure.
Think twice about...
mermaid silhouettes, thin straps, and sleeveless gowns.
Instead, focus on drawing attention to your best features.
Wear short or long sleeves to cover upper arm troubles and
consider a scoop or v-neck to flatter your chest and neck.
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