There are few occasions that deserve the level of refinement, decision-making, and complete infatuation that the details of a wedding deserve. Yet, of all decisions, there is one that is remembered by everyone, the centerpiece illustrating the extravagant beauty of the moment: the wedding dress.
When choosing the right wedding dress, no consideration is too minor, no intricacy too minute. The full impact of the dress is imperative, and a clear understanding of different wedding dress styles makes a world of difference. So, let me give you a helping hand…
Considering the location of the wedding can make a huge difference in the dress chosen. Dresses with long trains are ideal for church cathedral weddings, notorious for their long ornamented aisles. Almost in direct contrast, beach and exotic destination brides are more likely to lean toward knee hem dresses. A garden setting would appropriately be somewhere in between, where floor-length, ankle-length or asymmetrical gowns suit the moment well. If you are planning a winter wedding, or somewhere in a colder climate, long sleeve wedding dresses would be a great option. Besides the location of the ceremony, your size and body shape can give a clue to which dress will be right.
Your wedding dress should complement your body type, though it stands to be said that many styles of wedding dress cross boundaries and fit various types. A-Line dresses are equally great for slender women looking to give the impression of lower body fullness or for fuller-bodied women desiring to conceal curves. Ball gowns have the “Cinderella” appeal, especially paired with long gloves, but they are best suited for slender or pear-shaped women, because of how they accentuate a narrow waist.
Mermaid gowns are a rather sexy cut, hugging the body and its curves from chest to knee – so if the bride is comfortable in her skin, this is as close as she can get to it. High waist empire dresses begin to flare right under the bust, making it favorable for smaller breasted women. The cut is also a favorite for pregnant brides, due to extra space around the tummy. Trumpet dresses are a good idea for taller women due to the simple lines of the bellowing contour.
You are also going to need to give a lot of careful consideration to your bridesmaid dresses and flower girl dresses. Consider how they are going to look in relation to your own dress. You want everything to come together in an interesting and beautiful way. You also want your friends and loved ones to be comfortable, so don’t choose anything that they’re going to hate wearing and feel uncomfortable in. Think about how you would feel!
So there you have it: some tips on dress shopping for your special day. We hope that the advice that has been provided helps you to choose the wedding dress of your dreams! Give yourself plenty of time to make a decision to ensure you can end up with a wedding dress you will love for years and years to come.
