Basic Dress Shape Information
Dress Silhouettes
Silhouette refers to the overall cut of a gown. It's the most vital
element to focus on, because a gown's shape is its foundation -
it's what sets the mood for the entire garment.
The fitted bodice and full bell-shaped skirt of the ball gown, for
example, gives a princess-like presence. More form-fitting styles,
like the A-line and sheath, offer a different appeal. The A-line
elongates the line of the body, adding a classical elegance and
the illusion of length. While the sheath ups the ante on wedding-dress
sex appeal, creating a sleek and modern option for the more daring
bride.
Style Guide
This is the place to discover every single aspect to a wedding dress.
From the different styles and fabrics, to the various necklines
and colours, you can learn about them all here.
Use the links on each style to navigate your way round all the
different attributes. Here are a couple of snippets to give you
an idea...
Ball Gown Silhouette is the most traditional of
all wedding dress shapes and is typified by a fitted bodice and
natural or dropped waistline that leads to a very full skirt.
The most traditional of all shapes, the ball gown
is typified by a fitted bodice and natural or dropped waistline
that leads to a very full skirt. Pleats or gathers in the skirt
are what make it a ball gown,
GOOD FOR: adding curves and pear shapes (the skirt
hides everything).
BAD FOR: the petite (the excess fabric can overwhelm
tiny frames) and those with a lot on top (you might end up looking
round)
The Sheath
A modern sexier take on the traditional wedding gown, the sheath
is characterised by a slim profile that closely follows the curves
of the body.
GOOD FOR: the tall and petite (the proportioned
shape adds length).
BAD FOR: anyone who feels like they have something
to hide (we repeat: Tall or Petite, but well proportioned shape).
The A-line
As its name implies, the A-line cut is narrow at the top, cut close
to the ribcage, and extends out along the body in the shape of a
triangle (or ‘A’) in a smooth, elongated line. It is
perhaps the most popular skirt option, as it looks wonderful on
a variety of body types. The lines of the skirt are always clean
and ungathered, but there is, as always, a number of versions. The
princess cut is exemplified by vertical seams travelling from the
bust to the hem. Another take is the circle skirt, a very wide A-line
with a full skirt.
GOOD FOR: most body types.
BAD FOR: almost no one.
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