Column Gown

Column dress

The column dress has a narrow shape that flows straight down from the neckline to hem. This dress, called a sheath, tends to hug the body and show everyone and all of your curves The column is relevant for all types of weddings, especially causal occasions on the beach, or intimate evening events at a banquet hall.

                     

Options: Due to the simplicity of the column style, there are many ways to change the overall appearance of the dress. A mixture of various cuts and sleeve lengths will create a number of different looks around the basic cut of the column dress. A strapless column dress will look sexy and elegant, while one with a bateau neck and long, bell sleeves will look more romantic and whimsical.

The column silhouette works well with many different skirt lengths. The classic look barely grazes the floor, but you can mix it up with a knee long skirt for a casual afternoon wedding, or add a bustle and train for winter church wedding. Due to the simplicity of this style is the length of your dress add character and formality to your gown.

The second major factor in the construction of the column dress is the fabric. Simply changing the material choice for this style can take the same dress from a slinky slip dress to highly constructed dramatic statement. If you prefer a slip dress, you should look for fabrics that can flow easily over the contours of your body, like light silks and satin. Heavier substances that can maintain shape, like damask and silk, will give the dress a defined contour that will resist movement.

Things to consider: Like the mermaid style, the column dress is best worn by lean figures, both short and long. The protracted nature of this design will help petite brides appear higher. But the column dress does not allow much room for hiding problem areas, such as a larger lower body. It can conceal minor flaws if you select a calculated column, which will remain in place, but the slip style will be unforgiving. Also, boxy figures that do not have natural curves may consider accenting the waist with a dress or a separate wing to create the illusion of a defined waist.

Beware: Body hugging designs as the column dress can lace up your movements, including the ability to sit and dance as comfortably as you want on your big day. If you want a built strong column dress, you might consider one that has been collected or in the back that will allow you to move more freely.