Decoding Gown Types That Suit Your Body

Gowns are really in vogue and everyone wanting to make a fashion mark is sporting a gown be it at weddings, derby, or evening parties and get togethers. Infact these days there are wedding where the dress code clearly states Gowns! But choosing the right gown from the various styles can be tricky. A right gown not only flatters your body type but can always be reused for multiple occasions over the lifetime of the dress just like a classic Sari. Below is a complete list of major style of gowns there by Decoding Gown Types That Suit Your Body

Gown Types

Although there are many types of gowns, we will be covering the most major patterns generally used for functional / occasional wear and the ones which are in trend. Also what sort of boy types they suit.

Ball Gowns: Ballroom gowns or ball gowns as they are commonly called are gown which are fitted till the waist followed by a full bounce, or heavy flare till the hemline of the gown. These gowns have heavy underskirt petticoats made via crinoline style or can-can as its commonly called. The sheer volume of the gown make its look grand and is ideal for wedding, or any stage function look. These are the best gowns that flatter almost every body type meaning any one can wear them without having much to think about if it will suit their body type or no.
Jennifer Lopez in a Ball Gown at the Oscars 2017

Jennifer Lopez in a Ball Gown at the Oscars 2017
A-Line Gowns: A-Line gowns are the second most common gowns! their fitted till the low waist or the hips and continue in an A line pattern, Just like a CAPTIAL A. These gowns are also ideal for most body types, however they can be pretty boring and mundane to look at. One can aways style them with a sash from the shoulder or a dramatic trail.
RIHANA IN A RED A LINE DRESS
Trumpet Style gown: Trumpet Style gowns are like semi fish tail gowns. Basically an A line pattern gown fitted till the hips and slight shaped out like a trumpet. The gowns looks flattering on small waist and petite frames. Its flatters the bust areas and the waist areas giving it a very glamorous look.
ZURI HALL IN A RED TRUMPET STYLE DRESS
Fish-Tails / Mermaid Styles: Fish Tail gowns are fitted on the body from the chest to the knee, then flares out close to the knee. Ideal for slender frames and hourglass body types who are willing to show off their curves. Not good for plus size body types.
RITA ORA IN MERMAID STYLE DRESS

These are the major style of gowns which are in vogue and one can always pick them up according tot heir body type. Below is a pic that gives a better understanding on how to choose the right gown as per body type. If you enjoyed reading Decoding Gown Types That Suit Your Body please do care to share 🙂