You've tried on a number of dresses, but always leave in a huff. It seems impossible, we know! You're dying to find "the one” that will make everyone's head turn at your wedding ceremony, right? Of course you are! Here are a few tips that will make the challenge of finding the perfect wedding gown into a pleasing task:

Identify which shape describes your figure best. By selecting a cut and design which will flatter your figure, you can relax and feel comfortable in your wedding gown all evening.

Be brutally honest with yourself. If you're built like Barbie-good for you! Unfortunately, most of us aren't. So let's be realistic. That size zero wedding gown might look great on a fire-pole, but it's not going to do much for the woman who has an hourglass or pear shape. Here's the rule: if you need to inhale deeply to zip the zipper, it isn't worth it. Don't plan on shedding ten pounds before your big day. While it may sound like a feasible idea, last minute jitters usually prevent most brides from achieving such goals. Most importantly-it's much easier (and less expensive) to take a dress in than let it out a few inches.

Are you having a traditional wedding? Worry about showing off any tattoos you may have? For those brides that are embracing a traditional ceremony, showing off tattoos is taboo. There's a time and place to flaunt your body-art. Your wedding isn't really one of them. If you can cover your tattoos with accessories, by all means go for it.

The Tall Bride's Search for a Wedding Gown

Tall and slim? Consider yourself very lucky. Most bridal gowns are cut for ladies just like you! The tall slender gal can wear just about anything and look wonderful. If you have a smaller bust, try to increase the appearance of your bust-line with a gown that gives you a boost.

The Hourglass Shaped Bride's Search for a Wedding Gown

A woman with a full bust and full hips should embrace strapless wedding gowns. They look fantastic on full figured ladies. Have you considered a two piece wedding gown? Believe it or not, the separate pieces will accentuate your best assets.

The Petite Bride's Search for a Wedding Gown

Since you're small framed, you don't want to get carried away with 'poofy' full dresses. It's all too common for beautiful brides who are smaller than 5'4” to select such wedding gowns. Although a full, layered wedding gown looks beautiful on the rack, a smaller person can look lost within the gown's many layers. Consider off-the-shoulder wedding gowns and skirts with an A-line.