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Wedding gowns

Terms that relate to the clothing worn by the bride during a wedding

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Wedding gowns

ball gown

Weddings; Wedding gowns

This is the fairytale princess dress style from Lady Diana\'s wedding and Grace Kelly\'s ceremonies. It has a long, flowing skirt and a fitted bodice with dropped waistline. It has lots of fullness, ...

ballerina length

Weddings; Wedding gowns

Hemline falls to just above the ankles.

ballet skirt

Weddings; Wedding gowns

Full skirt that reveals the ankle.

balloon sleeve

Weddings; Wedding gowns

Very large poufed sleeve extending from the shoulder to as far as the wrist.

basque waistline

Weddings; Wedding gowns

Elongated waist, approximately 2 inches below the natural waist.  May dip to a point in the center front.

bateau

Weddings; Wedding gowns

This shape gently follows the curve of the collarbone, almost to the tip of the shoulders, and is best suited for the flat chested bride.

bateau neckline

Weddings; Wedding gowns

Generally forms a straight line across the shoulders, often dipping a bit in front.  May or may not reveal the shoulders.  Usually trimmed with lace.

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