Different Styles Of Wedding Dresses

So you are trying to choose a wedding dress but there are so many styles to choose from, and so much jargon, I mean, what the hell is a trumpet? We decided to put together a visual reference guide to help you along the way. Let us know what your favourite is, we had so much fun writing this article and looking at endless pictures of wedding dresses. If you want help and advice planning your wedding then buy our editor, Catherine’s, wedding book, it is full of great advice and lots of tips.  If you are off wedding dress shopping soon then also check out our editors experience of buying her wedding dress. Happy shopping!

Strapless white-strapless-wedding-dresses Sweetheart Neckline Sweetheart neckline wedding dress Halterneck satin-sweetheart-neckline-halter-strap-trumpet-wedding-dress-with-lace-applique-accents  V-Neck

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Plunge

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One-Shoulder

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Mermaid tulle-lace-mermaid-bridal-gown-sweetheart-neckline A-Line or Princess

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Empire

Empire wedding dress

Ballgown chic-organza-sweetheart-neckline-ball-gown-wedding-dress Trail / Train

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Short

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Trumpet

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The trumpet silhouette is different to the mermaid as the skirt gradually flares about mid-thigh. It has a close-fitting bodice.

Backless backless wedding dress Lace Back

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Straps Taffeta-A-line-Corset-Back-Gentel-Sweetheart-Neckline-with-Straps-Pick-up-Skirt-with-Chapel-Train-White-Wedding-Dress-WM-0024 Sleeves

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Cap Sleeves perfect-a-line-wedding-dress-with-lace-cap-sleeves-and-sweetheart-neckline

Off-The-Shoulder / Boat Neck

Off The Shoulder A Line Trumpt Train Lace Vintage Wedding Dress SaleWhat one will you choose? What is your favourite?

If you are planning your wedding then get your hands on The Wedding Survival Guide: How To Plan Your Big Day Without Losing Your Sanity. It has great advice on every aspect of wedding planning and lots of great advice on choosing the perfect wedding dress.