Wedding Gown Type Glossary

Wedding gown come is all shapes and sizes, and knowing one type from another is often very difficult. To you keep you A-Lines from your sheaths use our wedding gown type glossary

A-Line :

This type of gown has angled sides like a capital A. It has a waistline but it is not well defined. This is the most popular type of wedding gown and can be worn by almost any body type

Ball Gown:

When you think of a fairy tale wedding chances are you see a fairytale gown. It has a tightly fitted bodice a well defined waist and a large flowing skirt.

Empire:

This is a great dress for a slim slight build the waistline starts just under the bust line and has flowing or billowy skirt

Sheath:

A snug form fitting dress that shows off all of your curves. The hemline usually ends below the knee and often comes with a detachable train. This style of dress is very popular with modern brides

Mermaid:

This dress looks like it sounds. It’s slinky and form fitting hugging and showing off your curves. It has a fishtail hem that touches and rapes onto the floor