However, many people mix mermaid, trumpet and fit-and-flare gowns together. Not all "Mermaid" like dresses are mermaid dresses. They actually a bit different from each other.
On the whole, mermaid and trumpet wedding gown is more nuanced version of a fit-and-flare gown, which features a tight bodice and a gradual flare beginning at the waistline – it is one of the most popular and classic silhouettes.
The key difference between fit-and-flare, mermaid, trumpet wedding gowns is where the flare begins:
- The Fit and Flare flares right below the hip
- The Mermaid flares at or below the knee
- The Trumpet flares gradually, at approximately mid-thigh: This creates a trumpet-like silhouette and may make it a bit easier for the bride to move around vs a mermaid gown.
Sleeveless Fit-and-Flare Beaded Bodice White Wedding Dress |
eDressit Elegant Trumpet Formal Designer Dress |
Sleeveless White Lace Appliques Trumpet Bridal Gown |
V Cut Lace Applique Trumpet Evening wedding Gown |
Gorgeous Sleeveless Beaded Trumpet Blue Prom Dress |
Elegant Blue Mermaid Night Occasion Dress |
Strapless Fitted V Neck Red Mermaid Prom Gown |
Hope the above explanation clear up some of the confusion surrounding mermaid, trumpet, fit-and-flare dresses at the same time you know what’s is a mermaid wedding dress.
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