2025 Wedding Dresses & Gowns

How to Choose the Right Wedding Dress?

Is there any dress that is so special like a wedding gown? We don't think so. This is something every bride-to-be dreamt of since she was a kid. It is not just the dress, it is all the moments this piece of garment is carrying. It's the dreams, wishes, and love. That is why finding the perfect one sometimes can feel completely overwhelming. Between so many styles, silhouettes, price points, and trends, saying yes to the perfect wedding dress can seem impossible. Luckily, we're here to help every bride-to-be! We will take you step by step through everything from how to find the perfect dream dress for your wedding day according to your body type, the most popular fabrics, styles, and so much more.

Location and Season

Have you already chosen your wedding venue? Will it be indoor or outdoor? When it will be held? In warmer or colder months? Questions like these play a key role in deciding what kind of wedding dress you should wear. If you opt for a beach as a wedding venue, choose a bohemian wedding dress. A dress that is airy and lightweight. On the other hand, if you have opted for a grand reception in a hotel or elegant restaurant, a dramatic ball gown will perfectly fit that elegant atmosphere.

Body Type

Say YES to the wedding dress that will highlight your best features, flatter your curves, and give you a sense of effortless women's beauty. If you want to feel like a princess opt for a ball gown. And if you have a curly hourglass body shape, choose a mermaid wedding dress. It will emphasize your curves and features. When in doubt, opt for the traditional style, the A-line wedding dress. It complements all body types, and it emphasizes the waist and hips. This style looks good, especially on apple-shaped body type.

Budget

Are you maybe on a tight budget? How about shopping for your wedding dress online? You can find beautiful affordable bridal gowns under $150, some even under $100. Amazing, right? On the Princessly website you will find  amazing selection of wedding dresses (over 100 styles!), and for every budget. Whether you are looking for a strapless wedding dress or wedding dress with long sleeves, a floor-length wedding dress, or a short wedding dress, we have it all! Shop gowns on our website.

What are the Most Popular Wedding Dress Styles?

You'll have to make so many important decisions when shopping for a wedding dress for the most special day of your life. The first question is definitely, which one is perfect for me? How do I know this dress is the right one? These are the questions that every bride has asked herself at least twenty times. Start with choosing a dress that not only matches your personal style and personality but perfectly matches your body shape and the theme of the wedding. Read below which dress cuts are the most popular and which will suit your body type.

A-line

You can go wrong with A line bridal gowns!  If you are not sure what kind of wedding dress to choose, and whether it will suit you, this style is perfect for you. Whether it's a bride who likes minimalism, tradition, or a romantic look, everything can really be achieved with an A-line cut. The silhouette of the dress is designed to emphasize all the advantages of your body, and hide all the flaws that might make you insecure. It is precisely for this reason that this is the most popular style of wedding dress. Opt for tulle or lace wedding dresses and you will look stunning!

Empire Wedding Dresses

Do you like the romantic style? Empire dresses are usually made of luxurious floaty materials, such as chiffon, satin, and lace. They are decorated to the smallest detail, such as beads, pearls, and 3D flowers. They are very comfortable to wear, especially if you want to emphasize the upper part of the body. These dresses have an extremely high waist and emphasize the upper body. Empire waist wedding dresses are a great choice for women who want to hide their curves in hips and legs, and want to emphasize the cleavage, waist and arms.

Mermaid Wedding Dresses

Do you have an hourglass figure? Then mermaid style is the right choice for you. This type of dress is very narrow and emphasizes natural curves. It's called the mermaid style because it really resembles a mermaid. The upper part is very narrow so that it highlights the neckline and waist, and only in the area of the legs does it begin to widen, just like a mermaid's tail. It is interesting that mermaid dresses can be in various styles, so lovers of minimalism or lavishness will be equally delighted.

Ballerina Style Bridal Dresses

Are you tiny and brittle-looking, like Audrey Hepburn? Then this is the dress for you! The famous actress Audrey excelled in this style of wedding dress, which is still one of the most popular Balmain wedding gowns in history. The ballerina style is perfect for very thin women and will emphasize the best part of their bodies. Inspired by vintage dresses, usually tea length, this dress will emphasize your legs, waist, and ankles.

Ball Gown

This is really the most common choice for all traditional weddings. The style of this dress is inspired by the past, and the dresses that were worn for balls. They are very romantic, luxurious, and adorned with rich skirts that have great volume. The volume on these dresses requires accessories and is achieved with tulle material, which is covered with satin or lace, and very often both. These dresses make the bride feel like a princess and suit all body types. If you want to feel like a princess and shine on your special day, this style is the perfect match for you. Complete the look with simple bridal accessories.