No two wedding dresses are the same, except for maybe their colour. When searching for your dream wedding dress you’ll be faced with numerous different styles. Some brides like to find a style they like and stick to it, whereas others may be open-minded and may try on a variety of different gowns to suit their shape. Below is a list of the most popular wedding dress shapes.

A widely flattering style, this dress will gently flare out from the hips and as such suits most shapes and heights. It’s a versatile cut that can be seen in many different styles, and therefore you are very likely to find one you like.

The ultimate fairytale dress with a narrow fitted waistline and a full, flowing skirt.

High waistline that starts just below the bust (and tends to emphasise the bust), this skirt is usually slim and flowing. Think Bridgerton.

Vertical panels of fabric follow the natural contours of the body. Very flattering and easy to find in many styles.

The skirt on your wedding dress will play a big part in the way you walk down the aisle. If you plan on wearing a short wedding dress then you won’t need to worry about this part, but if you are planning on wearing a long wedding dress, then the skirt, and its length, are definitely something to consider – especially when it comes to buying your wedding shoes.

A very wide skirt, often on a hoop to make bigger. Think Victorian skirts and swooping motions.

Deep parallel pleats of fabric that cascade down the skirt. A more structured way to add volume to the skirt that works well with heavier fabrics.

Fabric gathered below the waistline at the back to create fullness and drama.

Sits below the collarbone and goes straight across the chest. It can be used with or without sleeves and works well if you want to highlight your neck and collarbones. A very chic neck cut that is classy and timeless.

An off-the-shoulder Bardot-style neckline that attaches to the sleeves to form a continuous line across the arms and chest. It flatters long, slender necks and well-defined shoulders.

Gathered at the neck, this cut leaves shoulders and arms open, giving a beautiful view of the upper arms.

A softly rounded neckline that slopes across the collar bones. It can go higher or deeper down the decolletage depending on how comfortable you feel with a more sensual look

It is similar to the scoop but in a square cut with the angles closer to the sides.

The centre of the sleeveless neckline dips down to a point in the centre of the dress, giving the impression of a heart

A romantic style that suits most figure types. A shawl-like collar that wraps around the shoulders.