Wedding dress tips for petite brides

Petite brides must ensure that their gown is in proportion with their smaller frame. Tinier statures can often disappear in the wrong clothing styles. Losing oneself in flowing fabric and being unable to accentuate curves is less than ideal. There are some great wedding dress styles that work better on this body type.

The princess bride

A princess silhouette is a popular choice thanks to the often sleeveless bodice and the exaggerated waist line. An A-line gown is another option as it neatly proportions and divides. Choosing a dress that offers a natural waist can be much more flattering in comparison to an empire or drop waist selection as the latter can leave one swimming in fabric and leave proportion undefined.

Less poufy and more pronounced

Imagine a delicate blossom surrounded by layers of greenery. It is hard to see the flower through all of the surrounding details. This is a similar analogy for petite brides. They are defined as being shorter than average and often smaller overall. Trying to wear an elaborate crinoline and a cathedral length train is going to be hard to maneuver and will take away from one’s natural beauty.

Illusion of the long torso

Many dresses are designed to elongate the torso area to create a sweeping silhouette. Try on a variety of dress styles and be open-minded about the consultant’s recommendations if a long and lean appearance is being sought.

Linear thinking

Dress styles purposely play tricks on the eyes in order to showcase certain features while making others fade away. If there are bead details, sequins, pleats or embroidery, consider styles that offer these embellishments vertically as opposed to horizontally. Having the detailed portions feature up and down as opposed to across will be more flattering and help create that elongated element.

Glamorous trumpets

This style can instantly add some va-va-voom to your curves while providing a couple of extra inches in torso length. Try one or two on at the bridal salon even if they are not on your list just for some added perspective.

Easy sheath

Some straight cuts can be flattering and simple on any shape. The neckline has a lot to do with how the overall dress cascades.

Diagonal ruching

Ruching is a magical way for a dress to create a waist where one hardly is or to hide some less than flattering proportions. It can transform your torso and either provide or minimize detailing depending on the dress.

Spaghetti straps

Many bustier or heavier brides do not feel supported enough with delicate spaghetti straps. Petite brides, on the other hand, often love this option as it doesn’t overpower their décolletage or hide the sexy curves of their clavicle. Opting for wider straps can create a negative optical illusion of having larger arms or shoulders than is true. This can make the upper body look out of proportion to a tiny waist. Try on a few different strap styles to see what feels the best and will offer the most support when you are busting a groove on the dance floor.

Strapless and halter styles

Strapless gowns can accentuate and elongate the neck portion in an elegant manner. Halter styles can create a sophisticated look and immediately showcase the proportion divisions for those who wish for more definition. It is best to try a couple of each style of dress on to determine which elements you prefer.

All of these dress styles and more can be found at New York Bride & Groom, the premier wedding dress shop in Charlotte and beyond. Stop by at your convenience (no appointment needed) and let our bridal consultants show you some stunning examples of your favorite silhouettes from our vast selection.

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The Schomaker Wedding

Couple: Mark and Laura Schomaker

Wedding Date: October 10, 2015

Location: Childress Vineyards, Lexington, NC

The Wedding Dress: Allure Bridal, style 9004

Photography: J. Darren Photography

More Details: We had a couple vendors that really went above and beyond the call of duty to make our day special. One of those was the team at New York Bride & Groom. Absolutely everyone I dealt with at the salon was fabulous.

Being a bride in a wheelchair who is also only 4-feet-10, I felt more than a little anxious about finding my dream wedding gown. I wondered if the consultants would be uncomfortable working with someone with a disability. Also, would I be able to find a dress that I’m able to sit in and that also makes me feel beautiful?

When it was time to find a bridal salon to work with I did a lot of online research, particularly to find some that had a stellar reputation for alterations. NYB&G was on the shortlist from the very beginning. But, I made my final decision to start my shopping journey there when I discovered that they carried a dress I had fallen in love with in a magazine.

I had looked at a lot of bridal magazines, watched countless episodes of “Say Yes to the Dress” and browsed dresses online. When it came time to actually visit the salon, I had a pretty good idea of what I wanted (lace with some sparkle). For me, what I was less sure about was which silhouette would look good on my petite frame and also be possible for me to sit in all day long.  So, I tried a variety of styles. With my consultant’s help, my family and I found five or six good candidates for me to try.

The dress I purchased was the second-to-last one that I put on. As soon as my family and the consultant saw me in the dress they started tearing up. I quickly followed suit when I saw myself. But even more telling was the fact that, at that moment, I could clearly picture myself going down the aisle in that dress. What they say is true, like with finding the right man, when you find the right dress you know it.

We knew the dress would need a lot of alterations. The staff at New York Bride assured me that they could handle whatever I needed. And, boy did they deliver! Throughout my five fittings they basically took the dress apart and put it together again. They shortened the boning so that it would be more comfortable to sit in, removed 12 inches from the skirt without losing the beautiful detail at the bottom, bustled the sides of the skirt so that I could move freely without worrying that I might run over the delicate lace, and more. But, they didn’t stop there. They also designed and custom-made a train for me to disguise the back of my chair.

During the reception, guests kept coming up to me saying how much they loved my dress and train, adding that the dress looked like it was made just for me. I couldn’t have imagined feeling more beautiful on my special day. And I couldn’t be more grateful to the team at New York Bride and Groom for all their hard work.

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