Modest Wedding Dresses - A Primer on Their Shapes and Styles

Modest Wedding Dresses

Modest Wedding Dresses

Modest Wedding Dresses

Modest Wedding Dresses

Lots of factors influence the appearance and fit of the dress, including color, neckline, sleeve type, and skirt length. Wedding Dresses - Necklines, Sleeves, and Skirts Apart from the basic cut of your wedding dress, there is a lot more to consider. If your problem is that you are very short-waisted, don't bother trying on ball gown-style wedding dresses that will make your figure appear short and choppy.

For example, if you have a large bustline that you don't want to draw attention to, don't waste time trying on empire waist dresses that will do nothing but emphasize your bust. Doing so will save you a lot of time and frustration in finding your perfect modest wedding gown. In general, wedding dresses come in five basic cuts: • A-line or princess • Ball gown • Empire waist • Mermaid shape • Sheath or column Before even going to browse wedding dresses, it's probably a good idea to familiarize yourself with the five basic dress shapes and which ones are the most flattering for your body type. Flip through any bridal magazine or browse through any bridal wear store, and you'll see that there is an amazing amount of variation on the classic white bridal dress.