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    Lauren516    September 2009  

    Hi there!

    What is the most flattering dress style for a bride with a pear shape?

    I'd love to see pics if you have them! 

    Thanks so much! 

     
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    nkang      

    give this one a try! click on the link below.....i'm not the most shapely of folks and this one really helped create one:)  in general, I'd say that a dress with enough on top to balance you out would be helpful. (ie straps, halter, cap sleeves)  Corset-style is also nice as it can help creat more of a waist. and as always, try the Spanx out.......i wasn't a believer until i tried one on, and yes, you can be comfortable in one- good luck! if you want, i can send a pic to you (i tried posting one, not the most computer-savvy of folks;) 

    http://www.davidsbridal.com/bridal_gowns_detail.jsp?stid=2839&prodgroup=127

     
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    Angel    July 15, 2005   Snohomish County, Washington State

    My hips run larger than the rest of me, so I opted for an off the shoulder A-line. I can't seem to post pics either, but this is a close look-a-like

    http://www.ssb6.net/users/23108/dsp_mm370a.jpg

    I didn't have a line beneath the chest though.

    Or this one, but sans sparkly things and purple:

    http://www.nexteve.com/images/D/f01-0002.JPG

     
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    babagrlshell    04/05/08   St Augustine, FL

    empire waist- best bodice for YOUR chest and neckline and A line with or without princess seams... I personally look better in a sweetheart neckline or a deep V (but not hookerish) but not a Halter- the straps are too close to the head and broaden my shoulders... I look hideous with the straight across strapless or a square/boxed style with straps. I'll post pics later tonight!

     

     
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    kleverkira    June 7, 2008   Nashville, TN

    nkang, I am definitely pear-shaped and that's my dress (with a champagne sash)!

    Stay far away from trumpet/mermaid silhouettes. I have never looked like I had bigger hips IN MY LIFE.

     

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