19 Different Types of Wedding Dresses Every Bridal Need to Know
Choosing a perfect wedding dress for your wedding is easier said than done. No matter how lavishly you are planning for the big day, your wedding dress is going to be the major highlight of the day and there is no way you can take any chance on that.
It’s not just a style of dressing up for your wedding, but a combination of month long planning for choosing the right silhouettes, gown styles, neckline, backline and the overall final look that falls perfectly on you!
Hence, we get this perfect guide to finding the love of your life, your wedding gown, before you say- I do!
19 Different Types of Wedding Dresses Every Bridal Love to Know
- Cinderella Gown
- Ball Gown
- Tea Length Dress
- Mermaid Dress
- Trumpet Dress
- A-Line Dress
- Sheath/ Column Dress
- Mini Dress With Tail
- Sheer Overlay
- Lace Tattoo
- Peplum Wedding Dress
- Statement Sleeve
- Corset Bodice Wedding Dress
- Tiered Dress
- Hint Of Gold
- Drop Waist Wedding Dress
- Empire Waist Wedding Dress
- Princess Wedding Dress
- Jumpsuit dress
1. Cinderella Gown
Every girl dreams of meeting her prince charming, imagining her in a Cinderella gown, that has never left the fashion trends ever. Straight out of a fairy tale, a Cinderella gown has:
- Off Shoulder Sleeves
- Sashes
- Layered Tulle Skirts
- Fitted Bodice
- Full Ball Gown Skirt
The gown usually has a long train and the look is never complete without a tiara. The major highlight of this style the really prominent train and skirt.
Best Suited Body Type: Hourglass, Slim and petite brides
Not Suited Body Type: Pear and Apple
Accessories: Glass Shoes, Tiara, Rhinestone crystal bridal jewellery
Available in Fabrics: Net, Tulle
2. Ball Gown
Also known as the Basque Gown, the Ball gown is known for its huge flare that is stitched to the gown to keep it at its place. It usually has a body hugging bodice with a cliched waist, followed by protruding flares, giving volume to the whole dress.
The gown is good choice for brides who want to add curves and volume to their whole stature.
Best Suited Body Type: Boyish figures, Hourglass, Rectangle
Not Suited Body Type: Very petite brides, Pear/Apple
Accessories: Flat embellished ballerinas, Pearl bridal jewellery, Floral hair accessories
Available in Fabrics: Tulle, Organza, Silk, Duchesse lace
3. Tea Length Dress
If you are up for a retro bridal look, time travel with an elegant tea length dress. Perfect for a beach or destination wedding, it usually has a flared skirt ending at your knees or calves. You can always experiment with the right length of your skirt though!
Tip: Choose cutwork sleeves to give your dress a non conventional look.
Best Suited Body Type: Toned legs, Slender waists, Hourglass
Not Suited Body Type: Very slim brides, Rectangular
Accessories: Bridal headbands or hats, Studded statement stilettos, Crystal jewellery, stud Pump
Available in Fabrics: Satin, Duchesse lace
4. Mermaid Dress
If you have the curves and the right confidence to flaunt them, a mermaid dress is a perfect pick. The dress clings tightly along your curves, flaring right below the knees like a mermaid.
Tip: Avoid this one if you don’t want something tight and restricting on your wedding day.
Best Suited Body Type: Very slim, Tapered, Hourglass
Not Suited Body Type: Apple, Bulky Figures, Triangle
Accessories: Chandelier earrings, Tiara or a headband, Crystal bracelet or a watch, Embellished Sandal
Available in Fabrics: Guipure lace, Satin
5. Trumpet Dress
Very similar to a mermaid dress, a trumpet dress clings lesser to the body and has a loose flare that may start at the knees or a little above them.
Best Suited Body Type: Hourglass, Busty figures,
Not Suited Body Type: Apple, Triangle
Accessories: Statement earrings, Floral braids, Crystal Embellished Pump
Available in Fabrics: Chantilly lace
6. A-Line Dress
A-Line dress is the most popular wedding dress style and suit on every body type, depending on the right neckline. This dress tapers steadily through the bust forming the edges of letter ‘A’ along its silhouettes.
Best Suited Body Type: Inverted Triangle, Triangle
Not Suited Body Type: Suits almost all
Accessories: Statement neckpieces, Studded chokers, pearl drop earring, Studs, Hunt Wedge Sandal
Available in Fabrics: Organza, Silk, Satin, Lace
7. Sheath/ Column Dress
It is a form-fitting dress that goes along your usual body curves, with almost zero flare. However, if you are heavier on the bottom side, we would not be happy to recommend this since it might make you look unbalanced.
There is no limit to the elegance of an off-shoulder sheath dress, hence if you have well toned shoulders, this one is your pick.
Best Suited Body Type: Petite, slim and trim
Not Suited Body Type: Pear/Apple shaped
Accessories: Statement neck piece, Sheer/Lacy Capes, Embellished Sandal
Available in Fabrics: Schiffli lace, Silk
8. Mini Dress With Tail
Again, if you’re up for a theme, destination or a beach wedding, a mini dress with an asymmetrical train is your go to option!
Tip: Perfect way to flaunt those well toned legs with a perfect pair of statement heels.
Best Suited Body Type: Hourglass, slim, well toned
Not Suited Body Type: Apple
Accessories: Statement neck piece, Capes, Block Heel Sandal
Available in Fabrics: Organza, Satin
9. Sheer Overlay
How about going the unconventional way and layering up your wedding dress? A sheer overlay dress has an extra sheer netting type fabric that covers the main dress, forming a see through illusion of the overall outfit.
Tip: You can play with the length of the train as well and have the net silhouettes embroidered beautifully.
Best Suited Body Type: Slim and petite brides
Not Suited Body Type: Plus size brides, curvier and fuller
Accessories: Pearl Jewellery, Statement Studs, Crystal Embellished Pump
Available in Fabrics: Chantilly lace, Net, Satin
10. Lace Tattoo
Why hide it if you can flaunt it? Wedding dresses with lace tattoos along the necklines, backs or sleeves are becoming a new craze for every bride. They have sheer fabrics along the back or sleeves with floral embroideries to give a see through outfit.
Best Suited Body Type: Those who want to flaunt their backs or well toned arms
Accessories: Minimalist pearl or crystal jewellery, Statement heels/flats, Floral headbands, Hair accessories
Available in Fabrics: Lace
11. Peplum Wedding Dress
This wedding dress has a short flare or a flounce attached to the bodice that overflows over the skirt that follows the wedding dress. The key to finding the perfect peplum dress for you is the cut and the flare.
Best Suited Body Type: Brides with heavier hips, Pear s, skinny brides
Not Suited Body Type: Hourglass, Inverted triangle
Accessories: Tiara, Heavy embroidered train, Headbands
Available in Fabrics: Satin, Silk
12. Statement Sleeve
For some brides, a wedding dress is all about playing with the sleeves. You can always try a brand new path by trying a wedding dress with statement sleeves that make your wedding dress one of its kind.
Choose your sleeves and designs carefully and make sure they bring out the best of those well toned arms.
Tip: Pick heavily embroidered sleeves if you have bulky arms and want them to be camouflaged or go for chic cut out or patchworks to have sheer sleeves to flaunt your arms.
Best Suited Body Type: Flaunt-able arms/Backs
Not Suited Body Type: Curvier women
Accessories: Keep it simple and let your sleeves/back do the talking! , crystal stud Pump
Available in Fabrics: Lace, Satin
13. Corset Bodice Wedding Dress
This wedding dress has a tight bodice attached to an otherwise flared skirt to accentuate the waist and bring out a perfect hourglass look. Brides can choose to get heavy embroidery work done on their corsets and keep a perfect balance for the overall dress.
Best Suited Body Type: Hourglass, Brides with well toned waists and shoulders
Not Suited Body Type: Curvier women, Apple, Pear
Accessories: Statement pearl chokers, Hair bun, Floral braids, Sheer capes, heels
Available in Fabrics: Organza, Lace
14. Tiered Dress
For the really petite and skinny brides, a Tiered wedding dress works the best. It has layers of lace or any other flowy silhouette along the skirt to form tiers of fabric and give an overall volume to the whole outfit.
Tip: We recommend keeping it an off shoulder or a cold shoulder dress and you’re sure to turn heads.
Best Suited Body Type: Lean, straight, Very slim and petite brides
Not Suited Body Type: Curvy or busty brides
Accessories: As per the neckline, Crystal Embellished Pump
Available in Fabrics: Organza, Net
15. Hint Of Gold
How about going a little off the track and adding a hint of gold in your usual off white/white/cream wedding dress? Gold adds elegance and a rich touch to the overall outfit. Add floral patches or subtle embroidery in gold to your dress and give yourself a royal look.
Best Suited Body Type: Purely based on your choice
Accessories: Gold or pearl jewellery that matches your dress, Hunt Wedge Sandal
Available in Fabrics: Satin, Tulle
16. Drop Waist Wedding Dress
Tightly fitted till the waist, the dress clings along the hip line and gradually drops into an asymmetrical or a symmetrical flare with the falling silhouette starting above the knees.
Best Suited Body Type: Hourglass, well toned waist and hip line
Not Suited Body Type: Brides with heavy hips or waist
Accessories: As per the neckline, lace Embellished Pump
Available in Fabrics: Organza, Alencon lace
17. Empire Waist Wedding Dress
Another highly popular option, an empire waist is one of the most sought after wedding dress style and it works well for all the brides. The empire waist dress fits tight below the bust and flares right through it in a flowy manner. This one is all about choosing the right fabrics to get the perfect seams throughout your body.
Best Suited Body Type: Hourglass, Brides with well toned shoulders or upper torso
Not Suited Body Type: Brides with heavy busts
Accessories: As per the neckline, Sling Shoes
Available in Fabrics: Net, Chiffon
18. Princess Wedding Dress
Very similar to the Cinderella dress, this one too has a fitted bodice or a corset with a skirt with a lesser flare than that in a Cinderella dress.
Best Suited Body Type: Hourglass, Brides perfect waists, Petite, Slim Brides
Not Suited Body Type: Brides with heavier waists and hips
Accessories: Embellished Stilettos, High Buns, Tiara, Headbands, Pearl Bracelets
Available in Fabrics: Net, Tulle
19.Jumpsuit dress
A one-piece garment, with the bottom falling into either trousers or shorts. Great for all body types!
- sleeve less
- lace & Net
- V neck
Best Suited Body Type: Hourglass, Slim and petite brides
Not Suited Body Type: Pear and Apple shape
Accessories: Glass Shoes, Tiara, Rhinestone crystal bridal jewellery
Available in Fabrics: Lace, Chantilly net, Satin
So what’s your style bride-to-be? Did you get the wedding dress of your dreams? We hope you do the right research and end up looking like a princess at the big day!
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