Wedding Gown Designs
Empire Waist Wedding Gown
An Empire waist wedding gown is a dress tightly fitted around the bust line. The rest of the bodice falls straight. An empire waist dress has a band that fits directly under the bust line and is good for showing off the figure of slimmer brides. Empire waist wedding gowns have been a popular choice for centuries. The empire waist dress is a good choice for a bride with a smaller bust. The dividing line in the fabric creates the illusion of a larger chest. Empire-waist wedding gowns are also fine choices for brides with less than perfect hips. The straight line makes one's figure appear thinner.
Sheaths Wedding Gown
These wedding gowns are much fitted and almost tube-like in appearance. Sheath dresses are generally very closely fitted dresses with hems that traditionally end just above the knee. Sheaths are usually made of very simple materials. The shape is intended to show off a woman's figure without extraneous detail. A sheath is a very good choice for a bride who wishes to accentuate her long legs or slim hips. Sheath wedding dresses have a shape that is fitted throughout the entire dress and should be avoided by brides with many or no curves.
Hourglass wedding Gown
An hourglass Wedding gown resembles an hourglass. The gown will typically have a defined top, narrow waist and full middle. Hourglass gowns can be heavily embroidered or plain and simple. An hourglass Wedding gown is a good choice for the bride who has an archetypal female shape. If you have a large bust, thin waist and traditional hips, this can be an excellent choice to show off your pleasant curves.
A-Line wedding Gown
An A-line wedding gown is another very classic silhouette. This type of Wedding gown, as implied by the name, resembles the letter "A." An A-line wedding gown typically has a tapered top, sloped waist and flared skirt. The degree of flare in the skirt can vary from slight to extreme and the bodice is often fitted. This style suits most people. Beautiful A-line wedding gown come in a variety of styles many with delicate lace trim and intricate beading and embroidery designs. A-line wedding gowns tend to flatter women who have figures that are heavier in the hips and waist.