September 2013 | Ideal Bride Magazine
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Dresses For Your Body Shape: Beautiful Banana 2013
A banana body shape has a strong, angular frame and suits styles that soften and show off a toned figure. Complimentary wedding dress styles include; Column, sheath, draping, gathering and ruffle. If you are a beautiful banana Bride then avoid ball gown styles, as they can make you look unbalanced if you are boyish on top.
Header: Look 13 by Amanda Wakeley
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Beautiful Banana Wedding Do’s
Showcase your slim silhouette with a column or sheath dress.
Create subtle curves with draping, gathering and ruffles. All help to give you some extra shape.
Beautiful Banana Wedding Don’ts
Brides with a small bust can get away with high neck-lines, but beware of anything with hard, straight necklines.
Ball gown shapes can look unbalanced if you’re very boyish on top.
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