For Petites, wedding dresses are the most valued choice in life. If you are looking for wedding dresses for brides under 5 feet, you are at the right place.
The first question which comes to mind when we start looking is what kind of dress will suit your petite body type. To make things more clear, you need to figure out your body type first. Based on the body type it becomes easy to choose the right dress. Then comes the question, what all things do you need to know about wedding dresses, their types, and silhouettes?
Wedding dresses for Brides under 5 feet Guide
To start with the wedding dress search you must be wondering
What to look for in wedding dresses for brides under 5 feet?
A wedding is a very special occasion in your life. Your wedding dress should hold out and feature the best parts of your body. At the same time, it should be able to cut out the general attention to not-so-good parts. It should make you look taller and should be at the center stage of the wedding ceremony.
Knowing the types of silhouettes is important in Wedding Dresses for Brides under 5 Feet
While choosing your wedding dress, once you know your body type, the next important thing is the silhouette of the dress. In simple words, it’s the silhouette that creates the shape of the dress when it’s worn. There are four types of silhouettes most used by Petites in wedding dresses.
1. A-Line
2. Sheath
3. Mermaid
4. Ball Gown
1. A-Line
As the name suggests A-Line silhouettes are triangle (A) shaped silhouettes starting at the waist. They are narrow on top and go wider down.
2. Sheath
A sheath silhouette fits close to your body from top to bottom. Sometimes it’s also referred to as a column because of the shape it creates. Due to its fitting, it’s the most suggested silhouette for Petites as it adds length to their figure.
3. Mermaid
The mermaid silhouette fits the body and flares out at or below the knees. It’s the best silhouette for curvy Petites as it flaunts your hips and thighs.
4. Ball Gown
Ball Gown silhouettes are fitted to the waist with a constricted bodice and long skirt. It is considered as most fancy silhouette design for a bride. It can minimize your waistline and disguise hips and buttocks.
Now you know the types of different silhouettes and things you want in your wedding dress. The next question in your mind will surely be
Which wedding dress is suitable for a short-height girl?
The sheath, mermaid, and A-line dresses are most suitable for short-height girls. You can try Ball Gown too if you are open to experimentation. If not, just stick to the above three mentioned silhouettes.
Now no matter which type of dress you choose, never forget that
Alteration is Important
Everybody is unique in size and shape. To fit a Generic made dress comfortably you will certainly need alteration. While altering your dress, again the most important rule will be to focus on the positive side of the body shape and hide the negative ones.
Always pay attention to heels
Heels are another important thing you should not ignore while wedding shopping. It helps you in increasing your height. Especially with Ball Gown dresses, without a good heel, you will be drowned in the dress itself.
20 best wedding dresses for brides under 5 feet
GALINA SIGNATURE sparkling corset bodice mermaid wedding gown
Galina Signature’s sparkling corset bodice mermaid wedding gown is an excellent choice for petite brides. You can get this mermaid wedding Gown at a discounted price exclusively at David’s Bridal.
MELISSA SWEET a-line wedding dress with double straps
Melissa Sweet’s A-Line wedding dress is appliqued with pearl flowers. The double strapped Low back design gives it an exquisite bridal look.
Oleg Cassini Lace applique mermaid strapless wedding dress
This strapless petite wedding dress has a mermaid shape and a sweetheart neckline which gives it a romantic and alluring look. It has a back zipper that is fully lined up.
Willowby by Watters Hearst Gown
Watters Hearst’s petite wedding gown comes with a fitted bodice and float-down frothy A-Line skirt which gives it an elegant look. It is fitted at the bust and waist and loose at the hip which makes it perfect for pear-shaped Petites.
Sweetheart Sleeveless Slited Gown
This A-Line Petite wedding gown has a sweetheart neckline with straps. It has a lace-up backline and a floor-length hemline. You will get a built-in Bra and fully lined Organza fabric with a net weight of 1.5kg.
Wonderful Ruffled Deep Column Gown
The wonderful column gown comes with an A-Line silhouette. It has a V-neck Neckline with a sleeveless design. The Hemline is floor-length and the dress has Built-in Bra.
Romantic Sweetheart Sleeveless Cap-Sleeved Gown
Another sweetheart petite gown with an A-Line silhouette, what makes it different among the crowd is its Queen Anne Neckline. It has a Low-V back style with a zipper.
Lace Sweetheart Mermaid Gown
What makes this Mermaid sweetheart gown unique is the removal of cap sleeves. That makes the sleeve designs and the neckline versatile. It also has Built-in Bra and weighs around 1.5 Kg.
Petite A-Line Glitter Wedding Dress
If you are looking for something timelessly elegant, This off-shoulder A-Line Glitter Wedding Dress is the best choice. The dress is made to Order, and you will have to submit your measurements in the process.
Sweetheart Boho Petite Wedding Dress
If you are planning a beachside or garden wedding, this spaghetti strap petite wedding dress is the best choice for you. It comes in an off-white color, is handmade, and is available on made-to-order.
Petite A-Line Wedding Dress
When you are looking for something unconventional and playful this spaghetti strap A-Line wedding gown is always on top of the list. It comes with a full skirt that wraps effortlessly from the waist.
Petite Spaghetti Strap Wedding Dress
This spaghetti strap A-Line Boho wedding dress is another suitable choice for Garden and Beachside weddings. If you are looking for some bohemian flavor for your wedding, choose this dress without a second thought.
Poshmark Petite Wedding Dress
If you are looking for a petite wedding dress at very economical rates, and have the Size 6, have a look at this dress.
Removable sleeves petite wedding dress
The floral petite wedding dress of Galina Signature from David’s Bridal is available on Poshmark at a very reasonable rate. The color is solid white and the size is petite 0.
Maggie Sottero Petite Dress
For size 6 Petites, Maggie Sottero Cairo is a gorgeous option. This crepe gown is covered from head to toe with lace details and has a square neckline.
Petite Long Sleeve Wedding Dress
For size 2 Petites, this long sleeve lace wedding dress is available in an absolutely economical price range. It has a long V-neckline and a similar design on the back.
Poshmark petite wedding dress and veil
This Galina Signature brand petite dress with veil comes in white color. It has beautiful sparkle details work done on the dress.
Eden Skye Bridal’s Emani
If you are looking for something highly customizable you should definitely go with Eden Sky Bridal. Its Emani is a floral lace, sparkly, A-Line flowy Gown.
MilaBridal boho wedding dress
MilaBridal’s petite wedding gown comes with an illusion bodice and a beautiful V-neckline. It’s made of crepe chiffon and there is unique applique work with French beaded lace on it.
Floral Mermaid Wedding Dresses
Our last item on the list is Generic in V Neck wedding dresses. The prices are very economical in the range.
