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<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/font>If you haven\u2019t a clue what wedding dress style works with your body type, or even what body type you are keep reading! The following methods are a way to determine your type and suggestions for what dress silhouette will most likely flatter you. The most important thing though is to go out and try on a few dresses in different styles to see what you like best. <\/font><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n You\u2019ll need to find a tape measure; these can be purchased for just a few bucks from a fabric store if you don\u2019t have one. Your \u201cbust\u201d is the biggest measurement around your chest. Your \u201cwaist\u201d is the smallest measurement around your waist and your \u201chips\u201d are the thickest part, approximately 7-9\u201d below your waist. Measure your bust, waist and hips and write down these numbers. <\/span><\/font><\/span><\/p>\n Hourglass Body Type<\/span><\/strong> – If your bust and hips are approximately the same measurement (within an inch or two) and your waist is smaller than either of these by at least a four inches (the more the better though) then you are an hourglass shape. This classic old-Hollywood shape (think Marilyn Monroe) can wear any style of dress as most styles are flattering. The mermaid though will really highlight your curves and you\u2019ll even be able to pull off a sheath. <\/span><\/font><\/p>\n Pear Body Type<\/span><\/strong> – If your hips are larger than your bust then you have a pear shape. Many women fall under this category! An a-line dress is the most flattering because it is full in the skirt, hiding the bigger hips on the bottom. An a-line gives a balanced appearance of an hourglass and even works with an upside down pear, which is when your bust is larger than your hips. <\/span><\/font><\/p>\n