Wedding Dress Fitting Tips

Here are some pro tips when it comes to picking out a vintage wedding dress that fits your shape!

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When choosing a corset, pick one that flatters your natural curves.
If you want to go the ballgown route true to get one that has a beautiful bodice with a full skirt.
Sweetheart neckline is the best way to go, it will complement your natural feminine shape.

Structure is key, this is because it adds pads to make your chest appear fuller.
When you are picking out a dress, keep in mind these wedding dress terms! Ruching, wrapping, and embellishment is the way to go.
Keep in mind because you don’t have as full of a chest, you can absolutely rock a plunging neckline, with a V in the front or back.

For petite women, you can make your arms appear longer by wearing a three-quarter-length sleeve.
Try to avoid ball gowns, it can be an overwhelming look on a small frame. Sometimes even certain mermaid cuts can make your torso appear shorter than it already is.
You can make your body appear longer with a natural-waisted gown with an A-line or even a fit-and-flare.

If your goal is to draw attention away from your waist and hips, try wearing an A-line or a ballgown silhouette. Not only do they look great on most body types, they tend to look the best with pear-shaped body types.
To accentuate your chest and waistline, try to get an embellished or detailed bodice.
If you are wanting to flaunt what you got, choose something that is fitted around your hips.

For the tall and slender ladies, picking something that is pretty and elegant yet not too flashy is perfect for you.
If you want to flaunt your amazing height, add a beautiful sheath to your gown.
However, if you want to downplay your height, avoid empire waists and go with ball gowns that have low waists.

When it comes to athletic body types you can show off a sexy silhouette that has a fit-and- flare line. You can also go with a slimming A-line.
Try getting creative with the neckline, you may be surprised to find something you really love.
Play with embellishments of your dress.
Adding a tiered skirt will add visual interest.
You can also choose to go strapless and show off your amazing arms.

Wearing wider straps with your dress, it will help support your chest. You can also sneak a bra with your gown since the wide straps will most likely hide the bra straps.
When choosing your neckline, choose wisely. There are many ways to help flatter your figure with a sweetheart neckline. You can even go with an off the shoulder look that will be extremely flattering.
Trying getting a higher back or corset because these will also help with support. Hiding a bra with these styles are possible as well, extra support is always welcome!