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What type of wedding gown suits someone with an athletic figure?

I'm 5'6", 145lbs an avid runner and fitness enthusiast. I'm going gown shopping in September and can't get a good handle on what type of gown would look good on my figure. All the guides discuss problem areas, body shapes, full this petite that, none of which I am. My body, I'm small chested, a B cup on a good day. Wear size 4-6 in normal dresses. Average waist and hips, muscular, long torso, I look normal from the front but been told I "disappear" turning profile. My biggest fear is looking like a linebacker or incredible hulking out of dresses that confine my broad shoulders. It's an outdoor ceremony, which calls for a more informal style. I'm not into poofy gowns with giant trains. I'm classic and professional in my daily style. Married ladies or people who know dresses, please help! I like having ideas before making decisions.

Public Comments

1. If you wear 4-6 your petite
2. I would say get a sleevless dress that accentuates your shoulders and legs since you're a fir person. dont' choose a gown, since the ceremony is informal. get a fairly fitted dress in a nice color that has no sleeves and shows your legs. remember, bright colors are in.
3. get a dress that shows off your figure and is more full towards the bottom like this 1 http://www.davidsbridal.com/bridal_gowns_detail.jsp?stid=2638&prodgroup=92 that way u don't look like as if u disappeared. these kinds of dresses r called ballgown style. I HOPE I'VE HELPED! GOOD LUCK WITH THE WEDDING!
4. try finding a dress that is form fitting that accentuates your athletic build, preferrably a light soft fabric with a flowy skirt to it. Stick with a medium to dark color as well.
5. Well, I'm only 13 but I think I can help. Since you said you have broad should avoid large details (flowers, lots of beading etc.) on straps. If your going to have straps, keep it simple with little to none deatil. Since you said it will be pretty informal, I would not do an over the top gown. Keep with classic lines and styles. Here is and example : http://www.davidsbridal.com/bridal_gowns_detail.jsp?stid=3000&prodgroup=123 And another example - http://www.davidsbridal.com/bridal_gowns_detail.jsp?stid=2995&prodgroup=10 If you get sleeves keep them simple like this - http://www.davidsbridal.com/accessory_detail.jsp?stid=2946&prodgroup=201 Hope I helped!