Perfect Wedding Dress Fit

There are many beautiful wedding dress styles available, however finding a style that suits one’s body type does not often flatter another’s body type. There are all different types of body shapes, some are tall and slender, others have large bust and wide hips, and many other combinations of body types are common.

Before purchasing a wedding dress it is wise to know what style to look for. This way finding that perfect wedding dress becomes easier and it will fit perfectly.

Finding a Style that Fits
Problem areas can be found in all parts of one’s body. Everyone has a problem area somewhere, may it be located in the buttock, breast, hips, tummy, or arms. Many times there may be more then one problem area.

Being really tall and slender or petite and full-figured can also be considered a problem when trying to find a prefect wedding dress fit.

Covering Problem Areas

• Tall and Slender: Many tall and slender brides have a small bust area. To hide small bust choose a wedding dress that has beadwork or other details in the bodice.


• Full Figured: Find an a-line wedding dress. This will draw away from problem areas in the stomach, hips, and thighs. Avoid sleeveless, shiny, and velvet wedding dresses, all these can create the illusion of being heavier.


• Petite: Wedding dresses that have a princess or empire shape design makes one look taller, which is what is needed in this case.


• Large Bust: Avoid sleeveless wedding dresses; these only draw more attention to the bust. Consider styles that have thick shoulder straps, and wear with a full support bra to reduce the look of being top-heavy. Styles with a bow, or tie just below the bust are also flattering on large busted woman.


• Wide Hips: Try on wedding dresses that focus on the upper body in design or style while covering the hips. An empire waist wedding dress with embroidery and beadwork is popular and can easily be used to draw attention to the upper body, while hiding the hip area.


• Thick Arms: There are many ways to cover up thick arms. Choose between wearing a light waist-high coat, a dress scarf (lay it over shoulders), or a long sleeved wedding dress.


• Tummy Troubles: Hide the problem area in a wedding dress that has a design across the stomach area, or choose one that has a bow or tie that is placed just below the bust line to draw attention away from the area.

The key to finding a perfect wedding dress fit is to know the problem areas, and know how to hide them while enhancing other body features. No one has a perfect body, but that does not mean that one cannot look radiant in a perfect fitting wedding dress.