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Weekly Wedding Tip: Silhouette & Shade for a Wedding Gown

Choosing the most flattering silhouette & shade of white for your wedding gown can seem to be a daunting task. Consider our tips for making your selection for your wedding gown simplified!

SILHOUETTE

Just started looking at wedding dressed and not sure where to start? Torn between a ball gown and a sheath style dress? Here are some descriptions of dress silhouettes to help you while shopping for the most important dress of your life!

SHEATH – A dress that creates a close silhouette to the body. Typically, a sheath style uses charmeuse or very soft and flowing material that fits close to the body, with some beading on an overlay. The sheath style gown is a perfect fit for casual weddings.

MERMAID – Also known as a fit and flare gown, the mermaid gown looks great on those with tiny waists and for those who want to show off their curves. Accentuate the waist with a belt for more definition.

A-LINE – A gown that resembles a “A” that creates a long line for your body. The A-line gown is universally flattering and will look great!

BALL GOWN – This gown has a fitted bodice and full skirt. It’s the perfect proportion for any bride with a bustier bosom.

EMPIRE – This gown is flattering because it creates a long line and disguises the hips. Extending from the bust line, this shape is youthful and elegant.

SELECTING THE SHADE OF WHITE

Skin Tone: Dark

Go: Stark White, or almost any shade

Skin Tone: Medium with olive tons

Go: Champagne or diamond white

 

Skin Tone: Medium with yellow tones

Go: Off-white or creamy ivory

 

Skin Tone: Fair and pink-toned skin

Go: Ivory


Would you like more ideas to help you choose you wedding gown? View the winter/spring issue of Premier Bride of Mississippi here!  The Winter/Spring issue of Premier Bride of Mississippi is out and throughout the state of Mississippi.  Best of all, it’s free!  You can pick one up at any one of our advertisers or go online to http://www.premierbridems.com/wedding-free-copy-of-premier-bride and find a wedding professional near you that has the latest copy!

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