WEDDINGS 2019-2020
Find ‘the’ dress SOME women have dreamed of their wedding day as long as they can remember and have an exact image of how they want to look. Others haven’t ever really given it thought until the moment arrives. Wherever you sit on the spectrum, choosing your dress can be one of the most exciting (and stressful) parts of planning your wedding. Before you head out to the bridal stores or start designing your dream dress, know your body shape and what style suits. Once you have an idea of what you want, ensure you take your bridesmaids or trusted relative or friend with you to shop. You want someone who will be honest and whom you trust to give you direct feedback without getting too emotional. Keep an open mind. Remember the staff helping you decide do this for a living.
The Pear:
Opt for gowns that will enhance your upper body while skimming over the bottom half. Styles that work: Empire, A-Line and Ball gowns Avoid: Sheath
The Rectangle:
Choose a gown that nips in at the waist or accentuates your lean body. Styles that work: Sheath cut on the basis to create shape, A-Line and Empire gowns. Avoid: Off-the-shoulder or halter-neck gowns
The Hourglass:
It’s often considered a body shape that can wear anything but it’s always a good idea to choose a gown that accentuates your waist and works to show off your bust or hips. Styles that work: mermaid, sheath and trumpet Avoid: empire-line gowns that add weight to the bust or hips
The Apple:
An apple shape tends to carry most of their weight around the waist with a fuller bust and hips as well. Styles that work: A-Line, Ball gown Avoid: Sheath