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GOWN STYLE GUIDE

You are... an Hourglass

HourglassTall or short, hourglass bodies are defined by their typically curvy frame, with a naturally thin waist, a medium to large bust and defined hips.

If you are blessed with curves, and love them, why not opt for a fishtail gown that shows off your shape.

For those who would like to diminish their curves choose a dress with a tight bodice or clinched waist with an A-line skirt.

 

 

You are... an Apple

AppleApple shapes often have slim shapely legs and delicate shoulders with a larger bust, wider torso and a full waist. You have a curvy figure.

A tea length option is great to show off those killer legs, or perhaps a gown with a subtle slit. An A-line dress with a clinched-in waist can help create a more hourglass figure. An empire line can flatter your figure as it draws the eye upwards toward the bust.

 

 

You are... Pear Shaped

Pear ShapedPear shaped girls will often have a smaller bust along with a slimmer torso and waist. On the bottom half pear shaped girls have shapely hips and thighs and usually carry a little weight at the back.

A dress with detailing across the décolletage, or shaping in the bodice are great for showing off your slim shoulders and waist.

A-line or empire line are a great choice to slim over the hips and thighs.

 

 

You are... Slim Athletic

Slim AthleticSmall around the bottom and the bust, your typically toned frame may not have a lot of curve.

If you love showing off your figure a fishtail or straight gown can enhance and add curves.

A full skirt with beading around the bust, and a shapely bodice can create curves throughout the body.

 

 

You are... Petite

PetiteYou tend to be a little shorter than most, with subtle curves and a small delicate body and average bust.

A simple straight gown can be very elegant or a tailored A-line dress can look amazing.

If you feel too swamped in a full length gown you can try a tea length dress.

 

 
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