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It’s perhaps the most important dress that you’ll ever wear: your wedding dress. As a bride, you want to look absolutely stunning in the perfect wedding dress for your body type that looks like it was made only for you. Finding that dress can be both one of the highlights of wedding planning and can also be a bride’s hardest decision. Whether you’re looking to emphasize a small waist or hide some extra junk in the trunk, it doesn’t have to be a difficult process. We’ve compiled a few tips and tricks to show you how to pick a wedding dress that makes you look as amazing as you’ll feel on your special day.

If you’re pear-shaped: Find flattering wedding dresses that accentuate your body’s natural shape: an A. So, it’s a no-brainer that the best cut for you is an A-line style. This dress has a gradual flare that accentuates the narrowest parts of your body and then flows out at your hips and thighs, where you want the extra coverage. This style perfectly camouflages the very areas that you’d prefer to keep under wraps. Once you find the style, choose a fabric that is fairly sturdy such as duchesse satin or taffeta. It will prevent the dress from draping or resting against any problem areas. Also, look for interesting details in the bodice or neckline. A V-neck, strapless, or asymmetrical neckline will draw people’s eyes up to your thinnest attributes and to your beaming smile.

If you’re large busted: Finding a wedding dress for your body type can be a challenge. Here’s how to find one that can be both sexy and not make your grandmother blush. Take time to find options with either a scoop or sweetheart neckline. This will give you just enough decolletage without poking someone’s eye out or offending dear ol’ Granny. A straight-across neckline isn’t your best option as it moves the eye in a horizontal line, making your bust look even wider. By choosing a scoop or dipped neckline, there’s more visual interest in your dress rather than the size of your girls. Also try to avoid shiny fabrics like satin, organza, and silk. These light-reflecting fabrics will also add volume and attention to the widest parts of your body.

If you’re small busted: There are many varieties of wedding dresses to give you the boost you want on your big day. Ruched bodices are perfect for you as they create extra volume and create curves where you want them. Pretty flower or bow details placed around the bust can also help to create a more voluptuous look and give the illusion that you have a fuller chest. There are also many lightly padded halter style dresses that can give you the extra oomph you’re looking for. Choose styles that have straight necklines or designs that draw the eye in a horizontal line across your bust. This will make you appear wider in that area without padding or the need to send in reinforcements.

If you’re full-figured: Learning how to pick a wedding dress for your curvaceous curves is simple once you’ve decided which attributes you want to show off and which ones you’d rather cover up with your stunning dress. An A-line style will lengthen your torso and make you appear taller and leaner without adding attention to your waist. It you’d prefer more coverage around your midsection, opt for an empire waist. These styles flare out just below your bust and drape to the floor, covering any problem areas such as a tummy, hips, or thighs. In whatever style you choose, make sure to choose one with some structure and a heavier fabric, such as satin, to give you optimal shape and support so that you’re not tugging at your dress instead of dancing with your new hubby.

If you’re petite: As a petite woman, the flattering wedding dresses for you will be those that draw the eye in a vertical manner. Dresses that elongate your frame such as trumpet, sheath, and modified A-line styles are perfect for your body type. Choosing a dress with a waistline above your natural waist will also make your body appear longer. Find styles with small details rather than large bows and gems that can overwhelm your petite frame. These small details should also be focused on the bodice of your dress to draw the eye upward. Avoid styles with dropped waists as they will make your legs appear shorter and as hard as it may be to let go of your childhood dream, a princess-style ball gown will swallow you whole.

Keeping these tips and guidelines in mind when starting your dress search can help you find the most flattering wedding dresses for you. However, you’ll never know how something looks without trying it on first. So, go in with an open mind. Many brides find that the style they thought they wanted is completely the opposite of what looks best on them when they put it on. Just like when you met your groom, you’ll know when you’ve found “the one”.