As a shorter bride you may feel pretty limited in your options, but take heart dear reader…Amanda Oberhaus, of Posh Bridal Couture Nashville, is here to help! We had the pleasure of visiting their new location in historic Cummins Station to talk wedding dresses, and she opened our eyes to the vast array of possibilities. Be Bold…Be Beautiful!
FROM THE EXPERT
If you are wanting to compliment your smaller frame:
Consider choosing a natural waist to pull your shape in
A fit-to-flare will help elongate you
A sweetheart neckline will compliment a smaller bust
If a bride wants to do a ball gown:
Natural waist will still give you shape
Strapless, or an open neckline that doesn’t cover your collarbone tends to work best
Shorter Dresses:
Consider doing a tea length gown
Make sure you get it hemmed properly
This is the dress for those of you who have shoes you want to show off
If you are looking for that retro look
A-line (pencil) tends to be flattering on petite brides
Necklines:
A sweetheart neckline creates shape and structure to the dress
Under the collarbone keeps you looking elongated
If you are wanting a high neckline go with sheer lace
