{"id":2160,"date":"2013-06-18T20:33:00","date_gmt":"2013-06-19T01:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foreverbride.com\/inspiration\/wedding-inspiration\/wedding-dresses-101-what-fits-your-body-type\/"},"modified":"2019-11-01T11:10:03","modified_gmt":"2019-11-01T16:10:03","slug":"wedding-dresses-101-what-fits-your-body-type","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pearl.davidsbridal.com\/inspiration\/fashion\/wedding-dresses-101-what-fits-your-body-type\/","title":{"rendered":"Wedding Dresses 101: What Fits Your Body Type??"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for the perfect wedding dress to fit your body type can be overwhelming. With these tips on dress silhouettes and body types, you will find your perfect dress!<\/p>\n<p>The Hourglass {Curvy with a slim waist}<\/p>\n<p>What to look for: A body-hugging mermaid silhouette that flares below the knee.<br \/>Designers to try: Left: Maggie Sottero, Right: St. Pucchi by Rani<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/Maggie_Sottero_Mermaid.jpg\" alt=\"Maggie_Sottero_Mermaid.jpg\" width=\"329\" height=\"448\"><\/p>\n<p>Boxy {Boyish Waistline}<\/p>\n<p>What to look for: Empire-Waist Gown, Ballroom gown with a basque waistline that will give you a nipped-in waist<br \/>Designers to try: Left: Oscar de la Renta, Middle: Amsale, Right: Hayley Paige<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/Oscar_de_La_Renta_Empire.jpg\" alt=\"Oscar_de_La_Renta_Empire.jpg\" width=\"336\" height=\"446\"><\/p>\n<p>Full-Chested {Short or tall you have a full-bust}<\/p>\n<p>What to look for: A dress with gently curved neckline and three-quarter length sleeves or a gown with a gossamer layer of tulle draped across the bodice for a chic, one-shoulder look. Designers to try: Left: Monique Lhuillier, Right: Alvina Valenta<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/full-chested.jpg\" alt=\"full-chested.jpg\" width=\"336\" height=\"336\"><\/p>\n<p>Petite {You are Tiny}<\/p>\n<p>What to look for: Create an elongated look with a slender sheath or an A-Line Dress \u2013 delicate cap sleeves. It&#8217;s all about creating an elongated appearance!<br \/>Designers to try: Left: Claire Pettibone, Right: Anne Barge<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/Claire_Pettibone_Sheath.jpg\" alt=\"Claire_Pettibone_Sheath.jpg\" width=\"314\" height=\"448\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/Ann_Barge_A-Line.jpg\" alt=\"Ann_Barge_A-Line.jpg\" width=\"299\" height=\"448\"><\/p>\n<p>Full-Figured {Voluptuous \u2013 Well-Endowed Bust and Curvy}<\/p>\n<p>What to look for: A style that sculpts your shape like a drop-waist gown, beaded bodice and A-Line skirt. Also try an empire style with asymmetrical draping.<br \/>Designers to Try: Left: David&#8217;s Bridal, Right: Bonny Bridal<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/Voluptuous.jpg\" alt=\"Voluptuous.jpg\" width=\"336\" height=\"336\"><\/p>\n<p>Pear-Shape {Small on top and round on bottom}<\/p>\n<p>What to look for: A dropped-waist style or strapless gown will cover the bottom half and draw the eye upward. Try a softly pleated or lace-adorned A-Line! It creates an elegant line.<br \/>Designers to try: Left: Alita Graham, Right: Peter Langner<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/Alita_Graham_Dropped-Waist.jpg\" alt=\"Alita_Graham_Dropped-Waist.jpg\" width=\"329\" height=\"448\"><\/p>\n<p>Broad {Built like a swimmer with wide-set shoulders}<\/p>\n<p>What to look for: Highlight toned shoulders with a halter neckline or go for drama in a gown with long sleeves worn off the shoulder. Select a dress with a bodice that highlights waistline to offset shoulders and create an hourglass shape.<br \/>Designers to try: Left: Amsale, Right: Lela Rose<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/Amsale_Halter_2.jpg\" alt=\"Amsale_Halter_2.jpg\" width=\"307\" height=\"448\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearl-blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/oldblog\/Lela_Rose_Off_the_Shoulder.jpg\" alt=\"Lela_Rose_Off_the_Shoulder.jpg\" width=\"299\" height=\"448\"><\/p>\n<p>No matter what shape you are, you will find the dress that fits you and your style. All of our preferred wedding dress vendors offer every style for every shape! Take a look what they have to offer today!<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for the perfect wedding dress to fit your body type can be overwhelming. With these tips on dress silhouettes and body types, you will find your perfect dress! 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