For your dream wedding dress to look perfect you will need to choose the right type of underwear to wear with it. Not only is this important for the shape of your wedding dress, but also for your own comfort and the correct support throughout your wedding day.

Selecting the right style and design can seem a daunting task when faced with the vast array of styles available, but never fear! Here is a handy guide to choosing the right underwear according to the style of your wedding dress.

Empire Line Dresses

An empire line dress is tightly fitted around the bust and then flows from under the bustline. What is important here is to choose a bra that will help keep everything in place!

Try a balconette bra which will give you great uplift or a padded or push-up bra which will help boost your assets.

A-line and Full Skirted Dresses

With these styles of wedding dresses it is important to create a streamlined torso with a nipped in waistline.

Look for body suits which will smooth any bulges and try a waist cincher to pull in your tummy and create a waist line, you could then show it off with the addition of a sash or belt to your dress.

Figure Hugging and Fitted Dresses

Styles such as mermaid or trumpet gowns, which are generally fitted through the torso, need underwear which will give you a smooth silhouette and a figure which your dress can glide over.

Grab some magic knickers, yes I know they aren’t very sexy, but they are perfect for slimming down your tummy and bottom. Another option is a firm control hip and waist slip, again not very sexy, but it will smooth your hips and bottom contour.

Bodices and Skirts

With this style of wedding dress you will want to achieve an hourglass shape.

Try a basque which is the traditional bridal lingerie choice and which will hold you in in all the right places or opt for a corset. They are extremely sexy and will give you the ultimate in support and shape.

One Shoulder and Backless Dresses

The problem with these styles is that you still need underwear but don’t want everyone to be able to see it!

Look for a magic bra will support your bust without any unsightly straps, so perfect for backless dresses. For one shoulder dresses look for multiway bras which allow you to move straps into various combinations to suit the style of dress you are wearing.

Plunge and Low Cut Dresses

These dresses give you a daring neckline but you will need some secure support!

Go for a plunge bra which is specially designed for plunging and low cut necklines. They are supportive but low enough to be concealed. If you want allover support look for a plunge body which offers a low front and back as well as support all over.

Bias-cut and Column Dresses

The secret with these dresses is to allow them to float. Unfortunately the fabric commonly used in their design tends to cling to the body so you do not want underwear that will give visible lines under your dress.

Wear a silk slip under your dress which will be cool and comfortable whilst allowing the dress fabric to skim over your body. Also look out for seamless underwear particularly if your dress is made from very light or sheer fabrics.