Which Style of Wedding Dress Will Look Best on You?

By: Emily Maggrett

6 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

Whether you're engaged, in a relationship or single, it's never too early to start thinking about your wedding dress. After all, your wedding will be one of the most important days in your life, so it's natural for you to want to look your best. The type of wedding dress you should wear depends on a number of factors, including your personal style, your wedding's theme and tone, your comfort level with dressing up and your figure. If you're the sporty type, you might not enjoy a dress that constricts your movements, while a modern, creative bride won't want to wear an updated version of her grandmother's gown.

The ideal dress for you also depends on the kind of venue you anticipate getting married in. If you're getting married on the beach, you might prefer a light, casual gown, rather than one that is more formal (or vulnerable to bad weather). On the other hand, a bride who wants a full church wedding may feel strange walking down the aisle in a sequinned jumpsuit!

So, how do you see yourself getting married? This quiz will help you to visualize your dream wedding in better detail. At the end of it, we'll suggest a dress style that might just be perfect for your bridal needs. Ready to find out how to look flawless on your wedding day? Play this quiz!

What kind of figure do you have?

Petite or short-waisted

Hourglass or pear-shaped
Slim or straight

Broad-shouldered or plus-size

Which part of your body are you most proud of?

My cleavage

My hips or rear
My legs

My shoulders and arms

How tall are you?

I'm tiny!

I'm fairly tall.
I'm on the shorter side.

My height is average.

Who's your celebrity style twin?

Kiernan Shipka

Christina Hendricks
Cate Blanchett

Mindy Kaling

What kind of coloring do you have?

I'm a spring: my skin and hair are similar in color and I look best in pastels.

I'm a summer: my skin has a warm, glowing tone and I look great in pink, orange, bright green and yellow.
I'm a winter: my hair and eyes are dark and I look best in red, black or white.

I'm an autumn: my skin and hair have tawny or golden tones and I look best in purple, cream, maroon or forest green.

How long have you been planning your wedding?

Since I got engaged

Since I was little
Since college

Um... I've never given my wedding much thought?

What's your wedding's theme?

I want to have a big, traditional wedding. There would be no theme; the focus would be on celebrating our love with our families.

I want a refined yet timeless wedding. I'd love to have it held at dusk, perhaps in a nautical location. The theme would be "Sailing Away on a New Adventure."
I want to have the wildest wedding my friends have ever seen! If it had a theme, it would be, "Expect the Unexpected."

I want an outdoor wedding where everyone feels comfortable taking off their shoes and kicking back. My theme would be "Connecting with Nature."

What kind of bouquet will you carry?

A fun, monochromatic mixture of pink peonies, roses, snapdragons and sweet peas

A sheaf of calla lilies
An unusual mixture of exotic flowers and foliage, including hellebore, eucalyptus and Solomon's seal

A fresh, beautifully scented blend of wildflowers

What do you want your guests to think when they see you walking down the aisle?

"Aw, she looks so happy!"

"Wow, she looks like a princess!"
"Where did she get that dress?"

"I never realized how pretty she was!"

Which of these special features does your wedding dress have to have?

Lace accents

Beading or sequins
A low back

Gorgeous draping

Do you want your arms to be covered by your wedding dress?

Yes, please

I wouldn't mind a cap or drape sleeve.
I'd prefer a strapless dress.

No. I'm proud of my arms and shoulders.

Do you want your legs to be covered by your wedding dress?

Yes! They're not my favorite feature.

I think long dresses are elegant.
I don't care if they are or not.

No. My legs are really attractive and I want to show them off.

How do you plan on doing your hair?

I'd like to wear it swept up in a romantic updo, with little curls escaping.

I'd like to wear it in a classic, elegant chignon with a tiara.
I'd like it half-up, half-down, with flowers tucked into it.

I'd like it braided into a crown.

What will your wedding makeup look like?

I'd like a cat's eye and pink lips.

I'd want bright lips and blushing cheeks.
I'd want dark lipstick and bold eye makeup.

I'd want "no makeup" makeup that makes me look good but not too different from my day-to-day self.

What kind of shoes will you wear?

I'll wear open-toed kitten heels.

I'll wear jeweled stilettos.
I'll wear a nude sandal.

I'll wear cowboy boots.

Will you have a veil?

Yes. I'd love a flouncy vintage veil.

I plan on wearing my mother's veil.
I'd enjoy wearing a simple veil with clean lines.

No, I don't see the point of veils. What is this, 1892?

What will your bridesmaids be wearing?

Pink tea-length gowns

Aqua-colored sheaths
Sparkly green jumpsuits

Grey linen slip dresses

Which style of painting appeals to you the most?

Op art

Impressionism
Fauvism

Abstract art

What's more important to you: freedom of movement or elegance?

Freedom. I hate wearing dresses that I can't walk in.

Elegance. I want to look good and I also feel more secure in structured dresses.
Elegance. I don't care if I have a hard time walking; this is an important occasion.

Freedom! I hate wearing dresses that keep you from bending or walking easily.

Where will you hold the ceremony?

At a grange or hall

At my church
At my parents' yacht club

On the beach

Where will you hold the reception?

In a ballroom

At a hotel
In a park

In a barn

Do you plan to wear jewelry? What kind?

I'll wear my grandmother's ruby brooch.

I'll wear my gold necklace and diamond earrings.
I have an amazing pair of sapphire earrings that I'll pair with a diamond tennis bracelet.

I'm happy just wearing my wedding ring!

On a typical weekday, how long do you spend getting ready?

90 minutes

One hour
Five minutes

Thirty minutes

Are you willing to wear a corset or foundation garments?

I'd enjoy wearing a corset; I think they're sexy.

Sometimes you have to, whether you want to or not!
Nah. Those things are too much work.

No. Foundation garments are really bad for your internal organs.

How much do you want to spend on your wedding dress?

I don't want to spend too much money. It's just one day, after all.

No price is too high for my dream dress!
Not sure. It's possible I'll find the perfect dress for $50; it's also possible I'll impulsively spend way too much on something couture.

You get what you pay for, which means I'm willing to bust out my credit cards to get something good.

What kind of vibe do you want your wedding to have?

Whimsical but not too romantic. I plan on serving dirty martinis and I hope there's lots of dancing.

Glamorous and grand. I plan on having live classical music and I hope all my guests are swept up in a romantic fantasy.
Quietly swanky. I plan to serve Negronis and I hope my guests think my wedding was the party of the year.

Chill and serene. I plan on serving lots of wine and I hope my guests end the night by skinny-dipping.

How do you feel about ruffles?

They're sweet!

They're awesome!
Ugh, ruffles? No!!!!!!

They're not for me.

What kind of material would you like your wedding dress to be made from?

Satin

Silk or charmeuse
Tulle or lace

Georgette or crepe

Do you care who the designer of your wedding dress is?

No. I'd like something kind of 1950s Dior-ish, but I don't care who designs it.

Yes. It has to be Vera Wang or Elie Saab.
I'd love a Marchesa gown.

I'd like something in the style of Michael Kors, but I think it's silly to spend thousands of dollars on a wedding dress.

What song will play as you and your partner dance your first dance together?

"Take a Chance on Me" by ABBA

"You Belong to Me" by Patsy Cline
"Black Magic Woman" by Santana

"You Send Me" by Sam Cooke

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