Bridesmaid dress shopping can be an overwhelming experience. It definitely isn't as straightforward as one would think, there are a lot of details to decide on –silhouettes, neckline, length, fabric. It comes in a dizzying amount of options. Here is a glossary of bridesmaid dress terms to help you find the style that's perfect for you!
1.Necklines
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Square:The look appears formal and elegant and is ideal for broadening shoulders or balancing a round face.
Scoop:Want a neckline that’s classic and demure? Try it. These beautiful designs are great for bridesmaids who want a little more coverage.
V-neck:It is a great choice for girls who want to highlight their bust and waist. And you can easily choose how much cleavage you want to show with this look.
Sweetheart: It is a classic design that’s flattering for everyone. Whether you’re looking for illusion designs or strapless options, the cut is feminine and fabulous.
One shoulder:Asymmetric design, it will be a fresh look for the big day. Try a one-shoulder dress. This playful, modern design is a great choice if you’re looking to mix and match dresses for wedding.
Off the shoulder:Off-the-shoulder gowns are a very popular choice for spring and summer nuptials. This romantic design will create delicate lines that highlight your bust and waist.
Sheer:Illusion bridesmaid dress neckline is super on-trend at the moment. They feature transparent panels (typically made of lace, tulle or net) that extend from the top of the bodice to the neck.
Halter:The fresh design is great for girls who want to highlight their arms and shoulders. And it is a chic alternative to strapless styles and is useful for adding the appearance of height to a petite frame.
High neck:A high neck reaches the bottom of the bridesmaid’s neck, or extends slightly above it (verging on turtleneck territory). This gives off a regal look, perfect for a castle wedding.
Straight:The strapless neckline goes straight across the bridesmaid’s neckline, typically slightly above the bust. It has no curves, flourishes or straps. This style is perfect if you’re going for a statement hairdo or rocking an amazing necklace.
2.Silhouettes
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A-line: Choosing a classic A-line cut will define your waist and flatter every figure.
Mermaid: Ethereal and enchanting, a Mermaid Wedding Gown dazzles with its timeless elegance. It is a dress style best suited for slender frames or women with hourglass figures who love flaunting their curves.
Sheath: Simple and sophisticated, this style looks best on petite or slender brides. Its slim silhouette lengthens the body, giving the illusion of height
Trumpet: Often confused with the mermaid, but trumpet flairs from mid-hip, whereas mermaid flairs below the knee
Separates: It is fun, flirty, fabulous and fit everyone.
3.Waistlines
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Princess:A-line silhouette with vertical seams down the front.
Natural Waist: Waistline that hits at the natural waist (the indentation between the hips and the rib-cage.
Basque waist: Waistline goes downwards in the form of “V” or a “U” shape.
It sits just beneath the medium waistline (also, called the natural waistline) or sits much lower. It creates the illusion of a smaller waist.
Empire waist: A raised waistline that sits just below the bust, from which the rest of the dress flows down to the hem.
This high-waist style hits just below the bust-line, de-emphasizing the waistline and hips while making you look longer and leaner—the perfect solution for women looking to play down their middle.
4.Sleeve Style
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5.Dress Length
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Knee-length:Hem is along the knee length.The dresses are perfect for spring, summer and destination weddings. The shorter cut is great for keeping everyone cool on the big day.
Above knee:Above the knee length, below the central thigh. The shorter cut is paired with chiffon fabric to give the design more elegant movement.
Tea-length:3-6 inches below-knee length is just a little less formal than the airy formality of your dress fabric and style.
Ankle length:1-2 inches above the ankle. The dress is great for showing the beautiful feet.
Floor-length:Hem is along the floor. It is the most popular choice for a wedding that is going for the traditional, elegant look.
6.Fabrics
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Chiffon: Delicate, sheer, and transparent, with a soft finish.It is the most popular choice for bridesmaid dresses. Andoften layered because of its transparency.
(Our chiffon is usually divided into 100D, 120D, and 150D chiffon)
Lace:It is more expensive fabric options for the bridesmaid dress. Delicate netting with fine embroidery often in such designs as flowers.
Tulle: It is a perfect choice for the bridesmaid dress because of the soft, ethereal, and romantic look. Tulle also looks fabulous when mixed with other fabrics, such as incorporating lace designs.
Satin: Smooth. Has sheen and creases easily. The satin bridesmaid dress will be luxurious. And the subtle sheen of the satin, meaning it will catch the light slightly. So it is best for formal or nighttime weddings.
Sequins:Sequins are decorative discs applied to fabric for sparkle and texture. It is a special fabric used in the bridesmaid dress. High quality densely sequined fabric with semi-stretch lining makes the dress look classy, romantic, and of course absolutely dazzling.
Velvet:Luxurious heavyweight fabric woven with a cut pile finish made of silk, velvet or rayon---Velvet. This thick pile of different heights makes this woven fabric have a crushed look and add elegance and soft feel: glimmers in certain light.