In America, Size 14 is a median size for dresses. Unfortunately, if you happen to be size 14 and are looking for a wedding dress that fits you, you are going to have quite a horrid time finding one that’s most suitable for you. While the average size for a dress is 15, many boutiques and designers tend to have the most extreme sizes in stock. Usually they will have 8-12 and 16-20 available in stock. So you will not be able to get a good idea of how the dress will fit you, but you will have somewhat of an idea. When shopping via the net, there are a host of issues that you will have to overcome.
Finding the most flattering look, can prove to be quite a challenge when done over the internet, however, if you choose to visit your local stores, then you will have the added advantage of being able to try on specific styles which you feel coincide with the type of design that you’re going for. If you have a better idea of how it will fit, then the decision you ultimately make will be more informed. Once you have a clear understanding of the type of dress that you’re going for; in order for you to purchase via the net, you will need your bust, hip, length and waste measurements.
The size 14 wedding dress is slightly below that which constitutes plus size, however, you will notice that many plus size stores will have size 14+ in stock. At you’re regular clothes store you are more likely to find the smaller measurements when looking for a size 14 dress, over what you’ll find in the plus size stores. Plus size is basically the larger or truer measurement. Meaning, they basically conform to the larger, or the standard size 14. You will find that specialty designers have even more unusual measurements. A size 14 can mean a size 12 or 10 in some catalogue measurements.
The ‘hollow to hem’ is a very important measurement for you to have. Especially when you have intentions of purchasing a short dress; the measurement of the hollow to hem, is taken from the waist to the hollow of the neck, and from the waist point to the area where you would like the hem to fall.
You can find wedding dresses in a number of different styles and lengths. There simply are no rules in the market of today. The only real limitation is your time and budget.
Author Resource:-
Ike Ani has been writing articles on the internet over the years. For more information on the wedding industry, which will include recommendations, answers to nagging questions and advice, visit his latest site Wedding Saints.
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