A new wedding year is upon us and we know how important it is for every woman to look stunning on her big special day. Finding the perfect wedding dress can take months on end, however, the first step to finding your dream dress is to choose a cut and style that will flatter your body and create a slimming silhouette that will make you look fabulous on your special day.
Whether you are petite, plus size or have an hourglass figure, here are some of the most slimming wedding dress styles to achieve a smaller silhouette as you start your search. Choose any of these top trends and styles as you start shopping for the perfect ensemble for your big day
A-Line Dresses
If you are a pear shaped or have an hourglass figure, one of the most slimming wedding dress styles is the A-line dress. This dress flows outward from the waist and can be found in both ball gowns and contemporary styles. Look for an A-line dress with slim spaghetti straps and a plunging neckline to accentuate your collar bone and create the illusion of a longer waist
Fit to flare dresses
If your hips are wide and arms are toned, the most slimming dress style for you is a strapless dress with a sweetheart neckline. Look for a dress with a corseted bodice, details around the bustline and lower waist to draw attention to your waist and create an hourglass effect. These dresses can be very slimming for petite figures and will draw attention to your collarbone and upper arms.
V-Shape Dresses
Create the illusion of a flattering ‘V’ by picking a dress that cinches at the waist and makes your shoulders look wider. These dresses are a good match for athletic figures because it adds curves in just the right places. Look for a dress with a plunging neckline, a tight fit at the waist and a straight cut down to the ankles.
Ruche Waistline Dresses
If you want to hide a bulging tummy and take a few inches off your waist, stick with a simple V-neck dress and straight cut style with a ruche waist. These dresses are designed with a band of material that wraps around your waist and upper stomach to create an artificial corset. It instantly removes a few inches off you creating a slimmer figure.
Grecian Tiered Dresses
Tiered wedding gowns are a top trend for the 2010 and 2011 wedding seasons, and you can create the illusion of an hourglass figure with a one-shoulder dress that cinches at the waist and puffs out around the legs. Look for a dress with multiple tiered layers below the waist to add those much-needed curves to a very thin frame or a petite figure. Avoid this style if you are plus size or have wide hips.
Sleeved Wedding Gowns
Sleeves are a leading trend for the 2011 wedding season, and you can choose a wedding dress with sleeves if you are heavier in the arms and want to draw attention away from your bust line. These dresses are very slimming from the waist down and provide more coverage for brides that are more figure-conscious