Body Shape Gown Guide | Measurements and Sizes 

Have you ever wished you could figure out which style will look the best on you? Jasmine is here to help with a tutorial on what you need to know before you make that big decision on just which gown you want to wear :

Straight (Thick Waist) Do : Silhouettes: Empire waist, A-line, tiered skirts; Necklines: Any pretty, or decorative neckline will focus eyes away from the waist. Don't: Silhouettes: Princess line, or basque or dropped waist; Necklines: Avoid plain necklines such as bateau or unadorned short scoops. Broad Shoulder/Big Busted Do : Silhouettes: Ball gown or A-line; Necklines: V-neck or plunging neckline Don't: Silhouettes: Empire waist; Necklines: strapless or spaghetti straps Full Figured (Round) Do : Silhouettes: Ball gown or A-line; Necklines: V-neck or plunging neckline Don't: Silhouettes: Empire waist or sheath; Necklines: strapless or spaghetti straps Hourglass (Figure 8) Do : Silhouettes: A-line or drop waist full; Necklines: sweetheart or V-neck Don't: Silhouettes: Empire or ball gown; Necklines: Bottom Heavy (Pear Shaped) Do : Silhouettes: A-line, basque waist or ball gown; Necklines: strapless or soft round or scooped Don't: Silhouettes: Sheath; Necklines: V-neck Short Waist Do : Silhouettes: Princess or A-line; Necklines: Portrait or Halter Don't: Silhouettes: Sheath; Necklines: