Choosing the right dress depends on a myraid of factors. Your body type is important factor, especially for the african woman. A good wedding dress will help you in accentuating your good sides while down playing areas of your body that you are not comfortable with. Our guide will help you look at all this factors and assist you in choosing the dress thats made for just you.

Choosing the shapes

Wedding dress shapes called silhouettes fall into four basic categories: the ball gown, the empire, the A-line and the sheath.

Ball gown	Empire	Sheath	A-line

Ball Gown
The most traditional of all categories, the ball gown is typified by a fitted bodice and a waistline that leads to a very full skirt.

Empire
The hallmark of the empire-style gown is a high waistline (right under the bust), which falls to a slimmer skirt.

A-Line or Princess
An A-line or Princess shape features vertical seams flowing from the shoulders down to a flared skirt.

Sheath
The slim sheath silhouette closely follows the line of the body.

Fitting your figure

Choosing a dress according to your body type is important, especially for the African woman. It helps you in accentuating your good sides while down playing areas of your body that you are not comfortable with. It is important you choose a gown shape that suits your body. Read our article on choosing a a gown based on your body type.

Choosing the dress length

Choosing your gown length most of the time is tied to choosing the dress shape. However, you might prefer a might prefer to choose a length to reflect your own taste and style. Find out more

Choosing the neckline

here are so many necklines to choose from, ranging fron the off shoulder to the sweetheart. The right neckline makes your wedding dress to sit perfectly on you. Use our guide below to assist you in choosing the right neckline.

Choosing the sleeve

The sleeves are a natural component of your wedding dress. However, you can use your option of sleeves to accentuate certain body features or hide them. Here's our guide to choosing the right sleeves

Choosing the fabric

The choice of fabric is dictated most times by the dress style chosen.The same wedding dress can look and feel quite different when done in a different fabric. View your major fabric options here.

Choosing the embellishment

If your wedding dress is embrioded or beaded, wear a plain veil. A simple dress, will go with either a plain veil or one with lots of embellishment.

Stick to your Budget

No matter how tempted you may be by a particular wedding dress that is simply stunning, if the price is above your budget substantially, let it go. Be determined to stick to your budget.

Timing

Ensure you start early to search for your dress. It takes time to find the right wedding dress. Six months before the wedding is an accepted minimum.

Religious Considerations

The church or ceremony requirements is also be an important consideration. You definitely will not wear to an Anglican Church a halterneck dress showing your whole back except you have a shrowl to cover your back. Ensure that your choice of a wedding dress fit the environment.