Your ideal dress according to your body shape

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Evelyn Carpenter

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For it to be perfect and fit you as well as your wedding rings, you should choose your wedding dress knowing your own body proportions, so you can discern between those that suit you and those that don't, which in turn will help you to choose party dresses and even for everyday wear.

If you are not sure what shape your body resembles, here you will find a complete guide that will help you make the best decision. But remember that there are no set rules and that the most important thing is that you feel comfortable and yourself with the dress you choose.

Oval body

This morphology is characterized by having rounded shoulders and of the same proportion as the hips The central part of the body is therefore a little more bulky, while the central part of the body is a little bulkier. is to stylize the figure In this case, the ones that suit you best are the princess style wedding dresses, empire cut and flared.

The empire The waistband, for example, is high-waisted and fitted just below the bust, allows the rest of the dress to flow freely The dress is a very comfortable and comfortable, concealing belly and hips, while making the wearer look taller. And the siren is ideal for those who are looking for a dare to show off their curves It is a very comfortable and comfortable garment, as it is fitted at the waist and tightens the bust.

As for necklines, go for the deep or V type The French sleeves will look great if you plan to wear sleeves, as they lengthen the neck, while French sleeves will look great if you plan to wear sleeves.

Try to avoid: straight cut dresses, with draping in the middle area, designs with prints and strapless necklines.

Pear body

Women with this shape have wide hips and thighs, while their shoulders and waist are narrower, which is why the aim is to balance If you have this body type, empire, flared and princess cut dresses will be a success, because they structure the shoulders well with linear designs and not too tight, while at the same time they conceal the lower part and highlight the upper part.

The same as the strapless neckline It is ideal to balance both areas of your body and perfect to wear with a braided hairstyle and loose hair. Also, preferably choose plain skirts, wide straps and, if you will use prints, direct them towards the neckline to balance.

Try to avoid: mermaid silhouette dresses, as they highlight even more the lower part, as well as those designs that present pleats.

Hourglass body

If you possess this body, you have an excellent shoulder to hip ratio To make the most of this figure, you are fitted for a narrow waist, while your waist is narrow. straight cut, midi and flared dresses but if you want to show off your curves, then you'll want to go for a mermaid silhouette It will look spectacular and even better if you accompany it with an elegant side swept or half-up hairstyle.

As for the neckline, your best ally will be the heart type Although practically all necklines will do justice to your body.

Try to avoid: empire-cut dresses or similar tunic-style dresses, as they won't do anything to frame your figure.

Inverted triangle body

It occurs when the shoulders tend to be broader and the hips narrower. In this case, the goal is to draw attention to the lower body, so mermaid and princess cut dresses suit you.

However, short wedding dresses are also a good option to disguise the difference in volume between the top and the bottom, as they create a greater weight in the leg area and, therefore, the point of attention goes to them.

Also go for a halter or asymmetrical neckline. to visually minimize the shoulders, while details on the back, such as crossed straps, will make you look slimmer.

Try to avoid: empire-cut dresses and, even if they are trendy, try not to go for a suit with shoulder pads or a drop-shoulder neckline.

Rectangular body

This body type is characterized by shoulders almost the same width as the waist and hips, drawing a straight line. If this is your case, the idea is to create curves and give volume so the following are recommended mermaid, flared and princess silhouette dresses The same applies to those suits with diagonal lines or bands on the sides, as they visually reduce the size of your waist.

The most flattering neckline for you is the boat neckline. The halter will also help you look slimmer.

Try to avoid: straight or tube style dresses, because they do not accentuate the curves and strapless necklines, because you will look a little square.

Whether you have an oval, pear, hourglass, inverted triangle or rectangle body, without a doubt, there is a perfect 2020 wedding dress waiting for you. And although there is no rule when it comes to choosing dresses, the important thing is that you do it according to your style and that you feel comfortable and splendid in it. Don't delay any longer and start looking through the catalogues, thinking also about the bridal hairstyles that you can wear.better they might fit you.

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.