You know your body best. If you have what may be considered a "rectangle" figure, the proportions of your chest and hips are similar with minimal waist definition, thus creating the 'rectangle' silhouette.
Note: this figure looks at the proportions of your chest, waist, and hip area. Therefore, women of many different sizes may be blessed with a rectangle figure!
Here are a few suggestions for finding the perfect wedding dress for you.
Your ideal wedding dress will be one that creates a shapely silhouette for you.
Opt for full, billowing skirts.
Consider open necklines (e.g. jewel, bateau) that will help to emphasize your upper region and widen your shoulders. Depending on your taste, pouf sleeves may also be an option.
Elaborate beading in the shoulder area (e.g. on cap sleeves) will also have a similar effect. Note: if you are using beading or other adornments, use them either on the top half of the gown or the bottom, but not on the entire gown.
Horizontal detailing will help to draw the eye across the torso region and deflect attention from your vertical body line.
An empire waistline on your wedding gown will help to create a shapely silhouette.
For your wedding dress to hold its form, (and therefore help you maintain a shapely silhouette) consider using such fabric as silk dupioni, organza, or taffeta.
Avoid slim fitting wedding gowns in soft fabrics that will drape on your frame.
Likewise, avoid vertical detailing on your wedding gown.
Keep in mind: Love your body because we are all unique. Use these suggestions as guidelines since many wedding dress designers have full liberty to create, invent, and mix and match styles.
