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The Shapes and Sizes of Maternity Wedding Dresses

shopping more and more couples are starting their families before taking the marital plunge. As a matter of fact, last year nearly 10% of first-time brides were pregnant while walking down the aisle.

The ever-growing demands of the expectant bride and her wedding attire needs have designers giving birth to a whole new line of contemporary maternity wedding dresses.

Keep Comfort in Mind

When searching for her dress, the pregnant bride, in all of her glowing beauty, has a few issues that the non-expectant bride may not be experiencing such as aching feet, back pain, and water retention.  Therefore, one very important aspect that designers of maternity wedding dresses are keeping in mind - is comfort - in both construction and fabric.

Using the same materials as traditional wedding dresses such as chiffon, silk, and satin, maternity wedding dresses are often created with a looser fitting midsection to make room for the baby and prevent a tight fit that might add pressure on the bride’s back - and bladder. 

Shopping Sizes and Styles

When ordering a maternity wedding dress online, be sure to use your pre-pregnancy size. Maternity wedding gowns are sized normally but are cut to accommodate a pregnant body shape. Stretchy lace-type gowns with a silky and stretchy liner are excellent because they allow for a little more give just in case you're retaining water on the day of your wedding.  Empire waist styles are also great for allowing the expectant bride the breathing and growing room she'll most likely require. Another option to consider in regard to cut and style is the two-piece maternity wedding dress.

Another important part of finding the right maternity wedding dress is to allow yourself ample time to shop and also to give yourself the flexibility to try on various styles and materials you wouldn't normally choose in a non-pregnant state.  Your body is changing and making room for the baby and your face is beaming with a natural mother-to-be glow. You have much to celebrate and your dress should allow you to feel as comfortable as you are beautiful.