Beauty Comes In All Different Sizes And So Do Your Bridesmaids

Our beautiful Bride Kalli and her dazzling Bridal Party! Photo Credit: Devon Donnahoo Luce

You've chosen your bridesmaids because they're your best friends. They are the important women who have been there for you when you needed them the most, and now they are ready to stand beside you on one of the most important days of your life. We understand that choosing your bridesmaids was a lot easier than choosing your bridesmaid dresses. It is important to choose a dress that will make your bridesmaids look and feel amazing. We believe the secret to choosing the right dress is to take into consideration each bridesmaid's body type. We have put together a guide to help you through this process. We are highlighting 4 basic body types and giving you tips on how to style each. 

Broad Shoulder

Wide Torso

Average to full bust

Undefined Waist

Hips narrower than bust

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• Choose a dress that cinches in your waist. This will create a more balanced proportion. Asymmetrical pleating and ruching also do wonders for creating a waist. 
• V neck, plunging and strapless necklines all look great on the apple body type. 
• Skirts with a bias, A line or with a high-low hem all work to add balance. Avoid column type dresses as well as trumpet and mermaid skirts. These styles will emphasize a less defined waist. 

Straight shoulder line and rib cage

Very little waist definition

Straight Hips

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• A dress that flares slightly at the bottom balances out a muscular upper back. 
• A detailed and lower, wider neckline works best on athletic figures. 
• Help define your body using strong block colors. 
• Halter neck dresses give the impression of a larger bust and will show off your back. 
• Women with athletic builds look absolutely statuesque in floor-sweeping gowns that fit close to the body. 

Bust and Hips are usually the same size

Narrow Waist

Shapely Legs

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• Dresses that enhance your natural curves and narrow waist are the best choices. 
• Highlight your neckline with a V neck or V neck halter. Scooped and sweetheart necklines also work well. 
• Solid colors work best and are most flattering. 
• Look for A line, full circle and mermaid skirts. These help emphasize your natural thin waist. 
• Wide waist bands look fabulous and are particularly flattering on hourglass figures. 

Narrow Shoulders

Small Bust

Defined Waist

Curvy Hips

Broad Thighs

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• A line and tulip skirts with a banded waist, are great choices for a pear shape. Pears also look amazing in skirts with embellishment at the bottom. 
• Embellished tops and decorative necklines draw attention to your upper body.
• Boat necks, scoop necks, sweetheart and strapless necklines all help to broaden the shoulders and emphasize the bust.  

No matter the style or size of your bridal party, we've got everything (and we mean everything) you need to know about dressing your entire wedding party. Call us at 904-779-9000 or email shop@frenchnovelty.com to register your bridal party with us today! Let our bridal team take the stress out of your wedding planning. Start now by visiting our website to see the gorgeous designer bridesmaid dresses we carry: http://www.frenchnovelty.com/c/Bridesmaids_Dresses/Bridesmaid+Dresses+and+Gowns.html