Dress

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Wedding dress focus a lot on details. The theme for 2010 wedding dress are four popular elements - feather, lotus leaf, three-dimensional flowers and crystal diamond paste.  

Wedding dresses are divided into the following categories:

A-line: This style is cut close to the rib cage along the body. It has a slightly flared A-shape skirt to create a smooth, clean and elongated line.

Good for most body types.

Princess:

A flared, vertically seamed skirt gives this dress a regal feel.

Good for most body types, especially pear shapes.

Ball:

The ball gown has a fitted bodice and full, bell-shaped skirt.

Good for slim girls and pear shapes.

Mermaid:

The mermaid style closely follows the curves of the body and the skirt flares out below the knee. A variation is the trumpet, which flares even more.

Good for brides with curves.

Column:

Straight and sleek, this often-strapless dress has no waistline.

Good for petite and short-waisted women.

Slipdress:

Superslinky, this lingerie look skims the body from bustline to hem.

Good for women with amazing shape and the petite.

Neckline Styles

Bateau or Boat Neck:

This style highlights the collarbone and it is ideal for those who are blessed with beautiful collarbone. And it is recommended for large-chested brides.

Halter:
The halter features straps that wrap around the neck and generally features a low back. The design emphasizes the shoulders. This will look best on broad shoulders or taller women.

High Collar:
This style impresses the public with a sense of elegance. However, it is the most challenging style to wear and it has a high demand on the shape of your face. Therefore, this will only works well with those that have perfect facial shape. 

Off-the-shoulder:
This style highlights your shoulders and collarbone. This is generally a safe neckline selection and works well if you are full-chested or have a pear-shaped body. Avoid this if you have broad shoulders or full arms.

Scoop or Round:
The scoop, a U-shaped neckline, is a universally flattering classic. Works well for most body types and is the best choice among dress designs that are general in most every respect.

Square:
This elegant neckline style is very impressing. Works well for women that are full-chested without revealing too much. Good for most general body types but a great challenge for those with square face.

Strapless:
This is the most classic style and will never go out of date. Work well if you are full-chested or blessed with beautiful shoulders and collarbones. Avoid this neckline if you are small-chested.

 Sweetheart:
This style of neckline is usually applied in the design of a strapless wedding dress and it is especially recommended to those large-chested.

V-Neck:
This style with a V shaped front is ideal for brides that want to accentuate her medium sized bust. This is not suitable for those who have small or large chest.

Train Styles

No Train

Sometimes referred to as Floor Length Train.

Sweep Train:

Barely "sweeping" the ground behind your gown. Usually, the back hem is only a few inches longer than the front hem.

Court Train

Generally 3 feet from the waistline. Slightly longer than the Sweep Train.

Chapel Train:

Generally 4 feet from the waistline.

Cathedral Train:

Generally 7 feet from the waistline. This is a popular style for a formal wedding, and it gives a fairy tale look.

Royal Train:

Sometimes referred to as Monarch Train. Generally 9 feet from the waistline. Best for most weddings.   

Fabrics:

Satin:

A smooth fabric woven from silk, nylon or polyester. It typically has a glossy surface and a dull back. It's commonly used in gowns to create a luxurious feel.

Taffeta:

A crisp, smooth woven fabric with a slight sheen, made of various fibers, such as silk, rayon, or nylon. A popular choice in formal wear as it provides a crisp and lustrous look.

Chiffon

A lightweight, balanced plain-woven sheer fabric made from cotton, silk or synthetic fibers. Its light and slippery textures gives an elegant and floating appearance to the gown.

Organza:

A thin, plain weave, sheer fabric made from silk or synthetic filament fibers such as polyester or nylon. Flowing yet crisper and heavier than chiffon, often used for full, multitiered skirts.

Tulle:

A lightweight, very fine netting made of various fibers, including silk, nylon, and rayon, and is often stiff. It is usually used as an accent, to create a lacy, floating look.

Lace:

A delicate decorative fabric woven in an open web of patterns.

Embroidery:

Decorative stitching on fabric with needlework and thread. It may also incorporate other materials such as metal strips, pearls, beads, quills, and sequins.