Knot Plan

Before you shop for your wedding dress, do some homework. Scour through magazines, and check the internet to see what is current. Many designers have websites to show their current lines, and gives information about where they can be purchased. Give yourself plenty of time,so you can have fun trying on as many dresses as you would like. Finding a dress you like in a magazine or on line is one thing, looking good in that dress is another. Make appointments with a number of bridal salons and be prepared to tell the salesperson what type of dress you are looking for, such as elegant, princess-like, sophisticated,or trendy. Don’t discount your salespersons recommendations, they are usually experts and can assess your body type rather quickly. Be open to their suggestions, but after trying on a number of dresses most brides “just know” when they have tried on the right dress.

Here are a few examples of shapes of dresses:

• Ball gown: a tight fitting bodice with a full skirt. The waistline may be either natural or dropped, and can be rounded or come to a V-shaped point in the front known as a basque waist. The tight waist and full skirt usually has a very slimming effect.
• A-line: A smooth line from head to toe that gradually widens below the hips. The princess cut is also an A-line design, with parallel seams running vertically from the shoulder to the bottom of a flared skirt. This design is usually flattering on most body types.
• Empire: A high waist that sits right under the bustline, with a narrow skirt that falls straight to the floor. This emphasizes the bustline and is comfortable to wear.
• Sheath: A narrow, form fitting style with or without a waistline. The mermaid style, which widens below the knee, is a variation of the sheath. This design looks great on a slim bride.