Big and Beautiful Ladies - Guide To Finding The Right Bridal Gown To Suit Your Figure


by Julie-Anne Smith - Date: 2007-06-06 - Word Count: 485 Share This!

We all know that beauty comes in all different shapes/sizes - it is all in the eyes of the beholder. Every bride wants to look FANTASTIC on their special day - and plus size ladies certainly know how to shine, glow and look beautiful. This guide has been put together to help you choose your bridal gown that will show off your special curves to the max.

Firstly, think about the image you want to create on your wedding day - will it be a low key ceremony or a full-blown Cinderella type ball?

Secondly, don't feel that you need to keep with the traditional bridal gown colours of white or cream - be bold and go for something different - beiges/chocolates are very popular at the moment. Choose a colour that compliments your skin colour - but if colour is very bold keep the dress detail simple.

Thirdly, decide upon the detail of the dress - a plain gown with the right accessories can have the same or more impact than a gown full of beadwork and sequins. Choosing a gown with detail in certain areas will draw attention to that part of the body - so if you are top heavy have detail on the bottom of the gown.

Fourthly, ensure you make the best of the sexy part of your body - if you have great legs then show them off a little by choosing a shorter style gown or if you have great arms choose a strapless gown with some gorgeous glitter body lotion so your arms and shoulders sparkle.

Short guide 'what style suits what body shape'

Large bust - Basque style and full skirt works best - but do ensure your bodice area is plain and avoid low necklines. Any detail is best situated at the bottom of the skirt.

Large hips - Try to create a slight triangle over the lower half of your body - choose the ball gown style or princess style. Make sure your dress doesn't fit too tightly over the hip area and avoid a bustle, peplum or anything tiered at all costs.

Large tummy - A-line style. Ensure seam is under the bust line and then just flows down so the dress will not sit to your body but will flow around it. If you decide to opt for sleeves, go for long/narrow - not too tight.

Large legs/thighs - Longer gowns work well - try a sheath style and try and add height with heels.

Wide shoulders - V-neckline style will work best - it is OK to shown some skin. Puffed sleeves are a big NO NO!

Chubby Arms - Long simple sleeves work best, but do not choose skin tight sleeves.

Short Arms - Choose three quarter length sleeves - avoid sleeveless gowns.

Remember this is just a guide for all you soon to be gorgeous fuller figured brides - the most important thing is for you to choose a gown which you are comfortable wearing and makes you feel like the most beautiful bride whom ever walked down the isle or even WALKED THE PLANET!!!

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Julie-Anne Smith is owner of Amplusfigura.com - online lingerie shop which sells plus size lingerie. Log on at http://www.amplusfigura.com to see range of bridal lingerie currently available. Your Article Search Directory : Find in Articles

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