Trying on dress after dress twirling in front of a full-length mirror under a fluorescent light is a vision many individuals dream of since a very young age. The feeling of soft fabric hugging your body enhancing every curve can bring a tear to your eye. Choosing wedding dresses is such an exciting process, but due to the endless list of options it may seem a bit daunting to some. The only way to find one is to try on a lot of dresses but you should have an idea of the style you want. Whether you know exactly what you want, or you have absolutely no idea where to start, keep reading for a brides guide to wedding dresses!
Mermaid
Glamorous gowns shaped just like a mermaid follow the contour of the body before flaring out around the knees creating an hourglass effect. The result of a mermaid dress is to highlight curves projecting a very sexy and feminine style.
Ball Gown
A beautiful and classic option for many brides, a ball gown style dresses is a full- length style that features a fitted bodice and a bell-shaped skirt worthy of fairytale. Due to the large skirt, this dress can create the appearance of a tiny waist.
A-Line
One of the most popular gowns that can flatter almost all body shapes is an A-line wedding dress. Fitted at the top, these gowns become wider towards the bottom like the shape of an ‘A’. This dress highlights the bust while slimming the waist.
Sheath
These slim fitted gowns feature a straight and narrow shape from top to bottom. Ideal for lean frames and athletic body types, the style is designed to gently hug the body to show off your natural figure.
Empire
Empire waist gowns feature a raised waistline that cinches at the narrow point under the bust line. The rest of the dress then flows beautifully down the hem. Skimming over the hips, this style is great for petite women because the raised waistline can create the appearance of added height.
Trumpet
Sometimes confused with the mermaid style, this gown features a skirt that flares out just below the hips creating a semi-full skirt shaped like the bell of a trumpet. This elegant gown is not as fitted as the mermaid silhouette and the skirt can be a little larger.
Wedding Dress Necklines
Sweetheart
Sweetheart necklines are shaped like the top of a heart across the bust due to their low cut. These gowns are romantic and feminine in appearance working well for brides who want to show just a little bit of cleavage.
V- Neck
V-neck styles showcase two diagonal lines that form a V shape creating a beautiful and timeless look. A little more subtle than the plunge neckline, the V-neck has been a popular bridal choice for decades.
Plunge
A plunge neckline is perfect for bold brides that like to live closely to the edge. The more dramatic version of a V-neck, the plunge accentuates your décolletage showcasing a sultry flash of skin.
Square Neckline
A square neckline features a straight cut bust that connects to straps at a right angle. This creates three sides of a rectangle or a square. This neckline is very formal and elegant making it a popular choice for brides looking to broaden their shoulders of balance a round face.
Strapless
Just like how the name implies, a strapless wedding dress features no straps attached to the neckline. Perhaps the most popular bridal neckline of them all, a strapless silhouette is not only flattering but versatile. This neckline accentuates your collarbones and is designed to sit snug around your bust to achieve a chic and elegant appearance.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
