Street Peeper Zimbabwe Street Peeper Bridal Issue 2017 | Page 6

If You’re Straight-Lined
Look for: A dress that will create curves where
you don’t have them. Try a sheath dress in a
wispy charmeuse that’s cut on the bias; the
curving side seam will give you a va-va-va-
voom silhouette. Or look for a ball gown that
cinches in at your natural waist and descends
into a full, flowing floor- length skirt: It will
capitalize on your slenderness and camouflage
a lack of hips. Keep in mind: If you have a small
bust, look for a bodice with some ruching to
create volume.
If You're Petite
Look for: Trumpet, sheath, and modified A-line
gowns. Find a style with a waistline above your
natural waist, to make the lower half of the
dress (and therefore you) appear longer. The
fabric is up to you―you can pull off a high
sheen. But the detailing should be small (no
huge bows) and limited to the bodice, to draw
the eye upward. Keep in mind: Be wary of
dresses with a dropped waist, which will make
your legs seem nonexistent, and ball
gowns―it's easy to get lost in that voluminous
skirt. Also, avoid anything calf-length, which
will make your legs look short.
If You're Small-Chested
Look for: A ruched bodice. Extra fabric up top
will help fill out your upper body and create the
illusion of curves. Lightly padded halter styles
will also do the trick. Keep in mind: The right
bra will always provide a nice boost, but as
many wedding dresses are strapless or back-
less, your undergarment options may be fairly
limited. Instead, try self-adhesive silicone bra
cups by NuBra (available at nubra.com ).