Essential Knowledge on Vowstory Wedding Dresses

1. A-Line

A-Line is really a nice style which is universally flattering whatever your body shape is. By gently flaring from the shoulder down, giving the impression of the shape of a Capital letter A, it creates an elegant silhouette. A-Line is a favourite wedding dress design for brides everywhere.

Is this style for you? If you are petite, A-Line adds the illusion of length; if you are tall, it adds fullness, and if you'd rather cover your curves, A-Line could also help you.

2.Ball Gown or "Pick up"

This is a very classic style. Ball gown offers tight-fitting bodice and bell-flare skirts. This dress is great at hiding full hips and thigh. <

Is this style for you? Ball gown is a perfect choice for a fantastic evening. This style of dress makes a wonderful classic wedding dress, and it looks great on most body types.

3. Column or Sheath

The column or sheath dress has a narrow shape that flows straight down from the neckline to the hem.

Is this style for you? This style of dress makes your figure seem lean and show your waist curve apparently.

4. Mermaid

This style is also known as the trumpet or "fit and flare" which emphasizes the feminine curves. The mermaid silhouette contours to the body from the chest to the knee, then flares out to the hem.

Is this style for you?In fact, the mermaid style is suitable for not only a perfect figure, but also slim and petite girls.

5. Empire

Empire dress is defined by the high waistline that sits just below the bust, from which the rest of the dress flows down to the hem.

Is this style for you? The empire silhouette is very versatile because it draws attention up, enhancing the waist while softening the hips, making it a great look for most body types.

6. Princess

A Princess style is similar to the A-line, while it is more dramatic in appearance than A-Line.

Is this style for you? This style brings the bride a princess silhouette, at the same time, it elongates the torso. It is a ideal choice for anyone with a petite figure and small-waist.

7. Mini

For the super sassy bride, the increasingly popular bridal mini ends well above the knees and is perfect for showing off a pair of sexy pins.

Is this style for you? It is best suited for informal wedding or outdoor weddings. It is flattering for both taller brides with long legs and shorter brides who want to appear taller on their special day.

8. Knee-length

A very great look for a more casual bride, the gown's hem ends just below the knees.

Is this style for you? Many petite or curvy brides choose this style for both elegance and comfort. It is best for the wedding in the warmer months.

9. Tea-length

Tea-length dress features a hem that falls anywhere between the knee and ankle, creating an elegant yet casual style. With beautiful shoes you show a lovely bride.

Is this style for you? The tea-length style is a good choice for showing off your legs and drawing attention to a beautiful pair of shoes, and it could be perfect for a casual wedding.

10. Ankle- length

The ankle-length gown is hemmed right at the ankles, thereby showing off you feet and shoes. Although it is not floor-length, this style looks very formal.

Is this style for you? It is great for the brides who want to present themselves as smart, stylish and modern.

11. Floor-length

Just slightly longer than the ankle-length dress, this style dress is not meant to drag on the floor but float just inches above it. This style of dress is very formal and elegant.

Is this style for you? Rather than having your shoes and feet covered by you gown, having them visible can often "balance out" your wedding ensemble.

12. Puddle Train

The brush train is the shortest of the train styles which barely "brushes"the ground behind your dress, adding a modest amount of volume to the the back of your dress.

Is this style for you? The puddle train is the most versatile train because it can be worn at almost all types of ceremonies.

13. Court Train

Extending about 3 feet from the ankles, the court train is slightly longer than Puddle train. This style could be worn at most ceremonies.

Is this style for you? The court train style is very elegant style for the bride who plan to have one train carrier or a train light enough for their flower girl to hold.

14. Chapel Train

The chapel train is the most popular of all train length. This train extends approximately three to five feet behind the gown. It makes you feel really special.

Is this style for you? It is a stunning choice for all figure types and it sets the brides as the centerpiece of a formal wedding.

15. Cathedral Train

This train extends approximately six to eight feet behind the gown and will need assistance to keep in order. It is also known as "Monarch Train".

Is this style for you? Because of the grand nature, cathedral train is perfect for formal wedding and will surely attract the attention of guests at church or your reception.

16. Royal Train

This train extends beyond ten feet behind the gown. In the train of this size, you need help, so the train is right where it should be.

Is this style for you? Due to its regal presence, royal train is mainly used for very grand or royal weddings. Those who want to have a really big show can opt for royal train.

17. Watteau train

A single panel of fabric attached to the top of the dress at the shoulder or upper back and flowing down to the floor is the defining characteristic of a Watteau train gown. The veils can vary in length.

Is this style for you? As the train begins at the brides' upper back, this style allows the bride to look elegant from behind. It is also appropriate for ladies who would like to hold their own trains. This style is fantastic for the wedding by the sea.

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Not your bra size! Make your arms relax down at your sides, then take the tape around your back and bring it across the fullest part of your bust. You must wear a bra when taking this measurement.

This is the narrowest part of your waist. Typically it's one inch or so above your belly button, also known as the natural waistline.

This is the widest part of your hips, across the hipbone. Measurement is taken approximately 7 inches below the natural waistline. This measurement is not needed for full gowns.

This is the length from your shoulder to the floor in the front. You should stand upright and your feet should keep together. Please wear your wedding shoes or similar height ones when measuring.

Satin

Satin is a weave that typically has a glossy surface and a dull back. It is a warp-dominated weaving technique that forms a minimum number of interlacings in a fabric. A satin-woven fabric tends to have a high luster due to the high number of floats on the fabric. Floats are missed interlacings, which tend to make the fabric look glossier as well as give it a smoother surface. Satin is commonly used in apparel: bridal gowns, women's lingerie, nightgowns, evening gowns, and so on.

Taffeta

Taffeta is a crisp, smooth plain woven fabric with a slight rib, made from silk or synthetic fibers. It is suitable for the use in ball gowns, wedding dresses.

Organza

Organza is a thin, plain weave, as sheer as chiffon, with a stiffer texture similar in effect to tulle, but more flowing. It is popular for skirts, sleeves, backs, and overlays. Silk organza is used for bridalwear and eveningwear.

Chiffon

Chiffon is delicate, sheer, and transparent -- made from silk or rayon, with a soft finish; often layered because of its transparency, making it popular for evening wear, especially as an overlay, giving an elegant and floating appearance to the gown. Due to this delicate nature, chiffon must be hand washed very gently.

Tulle

Tulle is a lightweight, very fine netting. It can be made of various fibres, including silk, nylon, cotton, linen, rayon, and so on. Tulle is most commonly used for veils, wedding gowns. Tulle can also be easily dyed to suit the needs of the consumer.