How to Choose a Flattering Wedding Gown for the Hourglass Shaped Bride

The Hourglass shape is the feminine ideal, with a small, defined waistline between balanced top and hips. This ideal feminine form is can appear overweight in some fashions, so pick a fashion that accentuates the curves to advantage. Some of the most famous historic Hollywood actresses boast the hourglass shape. Mae West, Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield had this admirable figure. Some of today’s personalities that boast the enviable hourglass shape are Salma Hayek, Halle Berry, Shania Twain and Sandra Bullock.

On your wedding day pick a bridal gown that accentuate the positive.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. The mermaid gown is the height of fashion and is particularly flattering to the voluptuous hourglass shape. Mermaid gowns accentuate the bustline, are fitted on the waist, skim over the hip and flare out at the knees. Often the gown trails behind the bride in a train. Mermaid gowns can be seen on the Hollywood actresses on the red carpet.

2. Ball gowns are the classic wedding shape. The fairytale style dresses have fitted bodices and voluminous skirts that bring the attention downward. The newer style ballgowns hug the waist and flare out into a bell shape.

3. Strapless bodices emphasize the bustline and feminine form.

4. Emphasize a small waist with a splash of color, with a sash at the waistline.