Athletic | Petite | Busty | Broad Shoulders | Fuller Figures | Pear Shape | Maternity | Universally Flattering Styles
No one knows your body better than you do, so pick a bridesmaid dress that accentuates your unique body type in the best way possible! Lucky for you, our bridesmaid dresses are designed with a variety of body types in mind.
While any dress can be for any body, certain styles might feel more comfortable for you based on your body type. We want to help you find a bridesmaid dress that will accentuate the areas that you want and not the ones that you don’t. Let us help you find the dress that makes you feel the most confident on your loved one’s big day!
Bridesmaid Dresses for Your Body Type
Don’t get intimidated when it comes to finding dresses that'll best flatter your figure! There are so many styles, shapes, and necklines of bridesmaid dresses, there’s definitely a perfect option for you. With the right dress you can make sure you show off your favorite physical features and distract from the features that you feel less confident about. We created this guide to help you choose the best bridesmaid dresses for your body type!
Athletic: Bridesmaid Dresses for Rectangle Body Shape
Not a lot of curve? We're here to help create a cute, curvy shape! There are several ways to accentuate your waist and bust to help create that feminine shape you're looking for!
1) Bridesmaid Dresses with Accentuated Waistlines (Belted or Ruched)
One of the best ways to accentuate your curves if you have an athletic body type is to find dresses with belted waistlines. The belt cinches your waist to create a distinct outline that will flatter your body type beautifully!
2) A Line Dresses with V Neck (Fitted Bodice, Flowing Skirt)
Meg | Sloane Luxe Satin | Kimmy
Combining v-necklines with belted waists flatters any body type, especially athletic figures! A v-neckline will accentuate your bust and highlight your femininity. Combined with a flowy skirt, this shape will create a flirty hourglass shape.
Petite Bridesmaid Dress Styles
Bridesmaids with a petite body type often look to find dresses that fit their small frame and emphasize their subtle curves. Below are a few elements to look for in a bridesmaid dress that will flatter your body type beautifully.
1) Sweetheart Neckline Bridesmaid Dresses
If you have an overall small frame, dresses with sweetheart necklines are going to create a flattering shape and subtle cleavage for your body type. We love strapless sweetheart dresses for petite bridesmaids! This strapless look will create some soft, feminine curves that are totally enviable.
2) Adjustable Corset Back Bridesmaid Dresses
It can be challenging to find a dress that fits all parts of your body, especially if your weight fluctuates or you’re especially small in the waist. A corset back dress is the perfect solution for bridesmaids of all sizes but especially petite bridesmaids who want to be able to tighten their dress to fit their smaller frame.
Busty Bridesmaids: Bridesmaid Dresses for Large Busts
Just about every busty girl can agree - having a larger chest is a blessing and a curse! Deciding whether you want to accentuate your chest or cover it will determine what style of dress you'll want to look for! Check out our recommendations to help you find the best bridesmaid dresses for your body type.
1) For Support & Comfort: Thick Straps
Want to wear a bra on the big day to keep your chest supported? Find a bridesmaid dress with a v-neckline and thick straps that will keep you supported while also allowing you to wear your favorite bra!
2) For Accentuation: V-Neck Bridesmaid Dresses
Ryan | Summer | Dottie Satin
If you're looking to accentuate your chest, v-necklines are the best way to do it. V-necklines also elongate the neck, enhancing your overall silhouette. Bridesmaids are sometimes afraid a v-neck will show too much skin, but with the right size and proper tailoring you’ll show off your figure in a classy way.
3) For Higher Coverage: High Neck Bridesmaid Dresses
There are absolutely stunning dresses with high necklines for all of you busty maids out there who are looking to avoid drawing attention to your chest. These dresses are designed to flatter your shape -- just with less exposed skin.
Bridesmaid Dresses for Broad Shoulders
If you have broader shoulders that you're looking to narrow down, you’ll want to go for an option that elongates the neck and draws attention inward toward your waist. One shoulder and v-neck dresses are great for this! Note: sweetheart necklines will accentuate your shoulders, so avoid them if you’re trying to draw attention away.
1) Halter Neck Bridesmaid Dresses
Halter tops add interest to the top of your dress, can enhance your chest, and elongate your torso. Plus, if your strong shoulders and back are a feature you’re proud of they’re still completely visible without stealing the show.
2) One Shoulder Bridesmaid Dresses (Asymmetrical)
Eloise | Ruth | Reid Satin
One-shoulder bridesmaids dresses are always fun, and they’re fun to look at! The visual interest of an asymmetrical dress will draw attention away from your shoulders.
Dresses for Fuller Figured Bridesmaids
Fear not! Most of our dresses come in a wide range of sizes. So fuller figured bridesmaids have plenty of options to choose from. Most of our plus-size customers love our comfortable and figure flattering A-Line and Empire waistline dresses. Check out some of our favorite styles!
1) A-Line Bridesmaid Dresses
A-Line silhouette dresses draw attention to the natural waist, creating an hourglass look. These dresses accentuate both the bust and the hips because they are smallest at the middle point between those two features. This is perfect for a full figure bride who wants to highlight her curves!
2) Bridesmaid Dresses Defined Waistlines (Ruching, Waistbands, etc.)
If you’re worried about how your waist looks naturally, consider choosing a dress with a flattering accent around that area. Ruching, belts, and waistbands are all helpful for defining reshaping your waistline.
Pear Shape: Bridesmaid Dresses For Narrower Shoulders/Wider Hips
If you carry more of your weight around your hips than your chest and shoulders you might be a pear shape. Pear shaped bridesmaids can look for a dress with sleeves or add an accessory to their shoulders to balance out their hourglass.
1) Off the Shoulder Bridesmaid Dresses
An off the shoulder dress accentuates your shoulders to mirror the width of your hips and skirt. This cut can balance out your shape if your shoulders appear narrower than your hips.
Maternity Bridesmaid Dresses for Pregnant & Postpartum Bridesmaids
Moms-to-be and new moms will appreciate our maternity bridesmaid options. You’ve been working hard to find clothes that keep you comfortable during your pregnancy, so continue that trend while shopping for a bridesmaid dress! We recommend dresses with a high waistline and a flowy skirt!
1) Flowy Skirt and High Waistline Maternity Bridesmaid Dresses
High waistlines leave room for your growing belly and won't be as restricting! Flowy skirts allow room for growth in your belly, hips, and legs. The flowier the better when it comes to bridesmaid dresses as a pregnant bridesmaid.
Most Universally Flattering Bridesmaid Dresses for Every Body Type
Although there are styles that look best on certain body types, there are definitely styles out there that look good on a wider variety of body types. Below are a few of our favorite dresses that seem to flatter just about everyone who tries them on!
Lennon: Perfect Fit Corset Back Bridesmaid Dress
Adjustable fit bridesmaid dresses are the best way to make sure your dress fits you perfectly every time you try it on. Don’t worry about slight fluctuations in weight or a little bloating. Our Lennon bridesmaid dress has a stylish lace up corset back to make your life easier.
Kennedy Blue Lennon Bridesmaid Dress
Milo: Stylish Faux Wrap Style Bridesmaid Dress
Milo is one of our most stylish dresses with all the features you want in a bridesmaid. She has ruching, a sweetheart neckline, off the shoulder sleeves, and a thigh slit. The faux wrap style of the skirt and the ruching around the waist make this dress unique and figure flattering.
Kennedy Blue Milo Bridesmaid Dress
Margot: Vintage-Inspired Boat Neck Bridesmaid Dress
Choosing a classic cut and neckline will assure that your bridesmaid dress never goes out of style. Margot features a boat neck, a-line shape, and is made from high quality chiffon fabric. This bridesmaid dress is a timeless classic.
Kennedy Blue Margot Bridesmaid Dress
Brittany: The Comfortable and Supportive Bridesmaid Dress
Kennedy Blue Brittany Bridesmaid Dress
Brittany is one of our top sellers across all sizes! The v-neck elongates the frame, the wide waistband creates a small waist, and the long flowy skirt is flattering and comfortable! Plus this dress has wide supportive straps so you could easily wear your favorite bra or go braless.
Jay: The Modern Square Neckline Bridesmaid Dress
Kennedy Blue Jay Bridesmaid Dress
The Jay is a simple, stylish, and modern bridesmaids dress. This gown features a modest square neckline, A-line skirt with a slit, and pockets. We love how the structured and sleek look of this dress really hugs every body type into a beautiful shape.
Faye: The Modest Chiffon Bridesmaid Dress
Kennedy Blue Faye Bridesmaid Dress
The Faye covers you in all the best places while a keyhole back and leg slit add a little peek of skin! The tie on this dress helps it become fitted to any person’s body!
Sue: The Sleek Fitted Bridesmaid Dress
Kennedy Blue Sue Bridesmaid Dress
Sue is a luxurious chiffon bridesmaid dress with a fitted silhouette, slit in skirt, cowl neck and keyhole back. All the simple additions on this dress make it flattering to so many body types!
Luca: The Whimsical Flowy Bridesmaid Dress
Kennedy Blue Luca Bridesmaid Dress
It would be a major challenge to find anyone who didn’t look good in the Luca! This dress is slow flowy, provides full coverage (even to the shoulders), and has a tie to accent any waist size.
Get Help Finding Your Perfect Bridesmaid Dress
Whether you’re a short curvy girl, have a full figure that you want to show off, or are a little insecure about your broad shoulders, we have a dress for every type of body and every comfort level! What it all boils down to is finding dresses that make you feel comfortable and beautiful. That is the single most important element to any dress--how it makes you feel!
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Kennedy Blue offers all of our dresses for $150 or less. All 100+ of our styles are offered in 40+ colors, most of our styles have pockets, and we offer inclusive sizing options. Let us help you find the perfect dress for your body type, that flatters your favorite features, and minimizes any parts you feel less-than-confident about.
Which styles were your favorites? What are your tips on finding the best bridesmaid dresses for your body type?
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