The mermaid wedding dress is probably most considered by women who want to show off their curves.
Naturally this is due to the simple fact that its silhouette follows the bodies curves from top to bottom. A true mermaid, also known as a trumpet wedding gown, will start in a conformed sheath from shoulders to either slightly above or below the knees at which point it will flair out with a fuller skirt.
This dramatic look is for the bride that exudes confidence and also wants be sexy on her big day. Even though you should have a slender body type to wear this cut, even brides with fuller figures look good in this dress as long as they look for other features that must be added to this style.
If you have a slender figure and want to show off your shape, a mermaid dress is a great way to make a dramatic and sexy presentation. But simply be aware that if you are not confident, then no wedding dress, no matter how carefully chosen will give you that presence. Mermaid wedding dresses are definitely for the confident bride.
Whether you have a fuller figure or one that is on the slender side, undergarments for the mermaid wedding dress are extremely imperative. Because this style is so close to your skin, an ill fitting undergarment can turn that beautiful and sexy wedding gown into a total disaster. Make sure that if you are wearing any type of supportive underwear that it fits well and doesn't bind or pinch. A slip is completely necessary with this style, as it should hide any panty lines that might show through.
If you are a full figured woman and want to wear a mermaid style to show off your curves, then an all-in-one undergarment is a must.
If you are heavier on the top, then make sure that your mermaid wedding dress has some sort of straps or sleeves. This will give added support to the bust line area. No amount of boning in mermaid wedding dresses will look right for the plus size bride that has a bigger bust. So stick with something that will "hold you up" in that area.
If you have a smaller bust line but larger hips, then you should be fine with a strapless bodice, but make sure that you have a good foundational garment that works under your gown.
Perhaps the most important thing to do when considering mermaid wedding dresses, is to have a good undergarment at hand before you buy. That way, if you are trying on dresses, you will know up front exactly how you will look for your special day.
All in all, Mermaid Wedding dresses are perhaps one of the most exciting and dramatic style of wedding gowns available. Just knowing that you must be sure of yourself and have a good quality foundational garment should give you the confidence to walk down the isle in this gorgeous cut. |
