Tip of the Week - Dress Styles (Wedding Edition)

This is the first tip in our

June Wedding Series

*Riotous applause* 

Thank you. Thank you. lol

 Anyhoo, this weeks tip is on dress styles. The different dress styles can certainly be overwhelming. My hope with this post is to help you better understand what these styles are and which one may be the best fit for you. So without further ado:

• Mermaid

This style should evoke visions of the Little Mermaid. It's that exact concept. Also known as the Trumpet silhouette. Form-fitting, curve-hugging from the waist through to the knee before it flares out at the bottom. It also helps balance one with strong shoulders.

 Body Types: Rectangle (Boy Shape), Hourglass, Inverted Triangle

• A-Line

This style is a fitted bodice that gently flares out at the waist. It is not as poufy as a ball gown but is still meant to fit girls who are a little more bottom heavy like myself. Or it can add some body to those of us who are straight through the hips and want a fuller skirt on the dress.

Body Types: Inverted Triangle, Rectangle (Boy Shape), Hourglass, Triangle (Pear Shape)

• Ball-Gown

This style should remind you of Cinderella. Structured bodice and full skirt. Perfect if you are a really hippy girl and you want to camouflage it or if you want to give more definition to your hips and play up your bust.


  Body Types: All Types

• Sheath

This is a straight silhouette. It is straight from head to toe. It give structure while showing off your curves.

  Body Types: Rectangle (Boy Shape), Hourglass

• Empire

This high-waisted style is free flowing. This makes it good for those of us with a little bit of stomach or hips or bottoms. Plus, you won't have to wear support garments as its not body hugging. So you can be free! 

Body Types: Triangle (Pear Shape), Apple, Rectangle (Boy Shape)







Remember ladies this is just a guide. Some help with the process from a friend. I am a pear or triangle shape myself and I chose a sheath dress because I didn't want a long train and poofy skirt. lol. It's your day! Do what you wanna do :)

Summary Tip: Find a dress that fits you best and makes you feel like a princess!

Pictures courtesy of David's Bridal