Petite figures

A-line or a Princess A-line with natural waistlines bridesmaid dresses styles gowns are an ideal options for woman of a short stature as it elongates a silhouette making a petite woman appear taller bridesmaid dresses styles. Steer clear of full ball gowns and gowns with dropped waistlines as they tend to make them look even shorter.

Broad Shouldered ladies

Ladies who have broad shoulders should to opt for a gown that has spaghetti straps or a scoop neckline. Stay away from oversized sleeves or off the shoulder sleeves with ruffles or accents.

Thick waist figure

The empire gowns with a high waistline bridesmaid dresses styles are your best bet for this figure type. Empire waistlines are right below the bust line that flow into long slimming skirts. Stay away from natural waistline gowns that emphasize the waist, as these do not give the waist a slimming or slender look.

Hourglass figure

Have friends who are blessed with an hourglass figure? Select an A-line gown with a dropped waist. They not only look stunning but also accentuate the appropriate areas of the body.