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Wedding Dress Definition

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Merriam-Webster defines silhouette as "the outline of an object seen, or as if seen, against the light." (Think of traditional profile portraits done in silhouette.)

This same concept can be applied to the definition of "silhouette," as it pertains to fashion terminology. Just as one might gather from the general definition of the word, a gown's silhouette refers to the basic outline created by the overall shape of the dress.

Wedding Dress Silhouettes

There are a few general wedding dress silhouette definitions which can be used to categorize the majority of wedding dresses.

Keep in mind, however, that fashion is art, so not every dress will necessarily land exactly within the "bounds" of one particular silhouette's definition.

Formal Wedding Dresses

A-Line (sometimes called "Princess")

Ball Gown

Empire

Fit and Flare

Mermaid

Sheath (or "Column")

Trumpet

Informal Wedding Dresses (in order of ascending length)

Cocktail Length

Knee Length

Tea Length

High Low (See also: Asymmetrical)

Ballerina Length

Formal Versus Informal Wedding Dresses

Some wedding dresses are considered formal styles, while other styles are considered informal wedding dresses. So what's the difference between formal wedding dresses and informal wedding dresses?

In days gone by, it all used to be so simple: if a dress was shorter than floor length, it was considered informal, and that was that. These days, however, some floor length dresses are considered informal; so how are we to differentiate formal versus informal wedding dresses now?

Trains! No, not the kind of train that runs along tracks, providing transportation for hobos; but wedding dress trains, the kind of train that extends a gown's skirt, trailing behind the bride, as she gracefully glides down the aisle to meet her prince groom. (See "Train" to learn more about the various lengths and styles of wedding dress trains.)

To make a long story short, bridal gowns are considered formal, when they feature a train longer than sweep length. Generally, the longer the train, the more formal the style. If a wedding dress has no train, or has a very short train that just barely sweeps the floor (hence sweep train), it is considered an informal wedding dress.

Finding the Perfect Wedding Dress

As you search for the perfect wedding dress, it is often easiest to start by choosing one or two of your favorite silhouettes. By doing so, you can greatly narrow down what might otherwise seem like an overwhelming amount of choices; making the search for your wedding dress that much easier (not to mention, more fun!)

If you are looking at bridal gowns for the very first time, by all means, consider trying on at least one dress in every silhouette that interests you. By doing so, you can get a better feel for which silhouettes are the most flattering to your figure, so you can dress your best for your body shape.

Wedding Dress Silhouettes:

The A-line Wedding Dress Silhouette

(For more information on this universally figure-flattering silhouette, see: A-line Silhouette)

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