He popped the question and you joyfully accepted, but there is another important “yes” to come—a “yes” to the dress. Each gown is as unique as the bride who wears it and picking the right bridal silhouette for your body type is crucial when deciding on your wedding look. Once you have identified your body type (with help from Impression Bridal) and the most flattering fits, you’ll be ready to confidently walk the aisle.
Petite Brides
You don’t need to don 7-inch heels to avoid getting lost in your gown. Gain height and stand tall in a mermaid gown. The lengthened torso and continuous line leads to a flared bottom that will keep the eye moving and create an illusion of a stretched stature. Avoid dresses with an abundance of fabric, such as ball gowns as they can overwhelm your smaller frame.
Tall Brides
From sheaths, to A-lines and full ball gowns too, height-blessed brides can pull off almost any gown. As far as veils go, the longer the better, if that’s your style. The only thing to avoid? High necklines paired with updo hairstyles. This pairing will draw the eye up and throw off the balance.
Busty Brides
While your first instinct might be to take cover, the added fabric will only make your ample chest look bigger. The key is in the right undergarments. Use the perfect uplifting bra or corset shapewear to pair with a V-neckline and full skirt gown which will keep your look proportionate. Forget strapless and opt for an embellished wide strap to create balance and add support.
Pear-Shaped Brides
Ball gowns, A-line dresses and dropped waistlines will help add emphasis back to your top half. Sheaths can be a bit unflattering as well as V-neck as it draws the eyes downward. Opt instead for an off the shoulder look to keep the eye high.
Broad Shoulder Brides
Highlight your assets with a dramatic long sleeve gown or halter neckline. Pair the look with a bodice to slim and highlight your waistline to give the appearance of a more hourglass look and figure. As with our busty brides, trying to downplay your broad shoulders with added covering will only draw add width and draw further attention.
Boxy Brides
Give the illusion of curves with an empire-waist gown or a basque waistline (the ones that dip into a V-shape at the front). Corsets are also a good choice to draw in your mid-section, but avoid sheaths which will only make you look boxier.
Full-Figured Bride
Trumpet-style and mermaid gowns were made for your body type as these silhouettes offer a slimming effect. Want something a little less fitted? Try on some high-waist A-line dresses with low necklines which will have a similar effect. But a slinky bias cut will cling and pull in all the wrong places giving the appearance off added inches. You will also want to avoid spaghetti straps as they will not offer the support you need. Opt instead for a strapless number or a wide-strapped shoulder.
Wedding Night Outfit
The dress is important for all you guests to envy, but the wedding night outfit is just for your husband to ogle. You want something to wear that makes you feel comfortable and pretty, just like you felt in your white dress. Sites like Foxy Lingerie offer lots of different outfits and lingerie for every body type. Go for a garter belt and stockings if you’re looking to make your legs appear longer, or make your pear shape look perfect in a dainty babydoll.
