Dress Sillhouete

The Ball Gown
The most traditional of all shapes, te ball gown is typified by a fitted bodice and natural or dropped waistline that leads to a very full skirt. Pleats or gathers in the skirt are what make it a ball gown.
Good For: skinny minnies (add curves) and pear shapes (the skirt hides everything)
Bad For: the petite (the excess fabric can overwhelm tiny frames) and those with a lot on top (you might end up looking round)

The Sheath
A modern sexier take on the traditional wedding gown, the sheath is characterised by a slim profile that closely follows the curves of the body.
Good For: the tall and thin as well as the slim and petite (the lean shape adds length)
Bad For: anyone who feels like they have something to hide

The A-Line
As its name implies, the A-line cut is narrow at the top, cut close to the ribcage, and extends out along the body in the shape of a triangle (or 'A') in a smooth, elongated line. It is perhaps the most popular skirt option, as it looks wonderful on a variety of body types. The line of the skirts are always clean and ungathered, but there is, as always, a number of versions. The princess cut is exemplified by vertical seams travelling from the bust to the hem. Another take is the circle skirt, a very wide A-line wih a full skirt.
Good For: most body types
Bad For: almost no one