Bridal Gown Silhouettes Back to Fitting Your Body Type
 
A-LINE: The A-line silhouette has a fitted bodice, and the skirt flares out gently from the waistline to the hemline. This gown style gets its name from the “A” shape it creates: small at the top and larger at the bottom. Good for: Almost every figure.
BALL GOWN: The ball gown is the most traditional silhouette (think “Cinderella”) and features a fitted bodice and waistline with a very full skirt. Good for: Drawing attention to a small waist and hiding full hips.
EMPIRE: This silhouette features a high waistline that is right beneath the bust line leading into a slender skirt. Good for: Hiding a thick waist and adding length.
MERMAID: The Mermaid silhouette is a form-fitting style that accentuates curves and flares at or just below the knee. Good for: Tall & slender frames and adding length to a petite figure.
PRINCESS: Similar to the A-line, the Princess silhouette includes a sculpted bodice and skirt that flares gently to the hemline, and it’s vertical lines mean basically no waistline. Good for: Elongating a short waist and petite figures.
  SHEATH: The Sheath silhouette features straight lines that follow the curves of the body. Good for: Slimmer figures, both tall and petite.