WEDDING DRESS ALTERATIONS 101: wedding dress bustle styles

There are several different names for bustle styles on wedding dresses, each of which creates a different look and effect.

Here are some of the most common bustle styles:

1. Ballroom Bustle:

This bustle style is also known as an over-bustle. It is created by gathering the train of the wedding dress up and over the back of the dress, creating a flowing and elegant look.

Wedding dress bustle styles, Ballroom bustle

2. French Bustle:

Also known as an under-bustle, this style creates a seamless look by tucking the train of the dress underneath the dress. This creates a neat and clean silhouette, perfect for a more classic or traditional look.

Wedding dress bustle styles, French bustle

3. American Bustle:

This bustle style is created by gathering the train of the dress up and attaching it to the waist of the dress. This creates a more voluminous look, perfect for brides who want to add some drama and flare to their dress.

Wedding dress bustle styles, French bustle

4. Pick-Up Bustle:

This bustle style is created by gathering the fabric of the dress across the back of the dress to create a draped and gathered look. This style is perfect for brides who want a more relaxed and casual look.

Wedding dress bustle styles, Pick-up bustle

5. Australian Bustle:

This bustle style is achieved by gathering the train up the back seam to create a gathered effect that drapes the train to each side of the wedding dress. This style is perfect for brides who want to add more texture and make the bustle a feature of the dress.

Wedding dress bustle styles, Australian bustle

5. Waterfall Bustle:

This bustle style is created by creating a series of cascading folds in the train of the dress, creating a flowing and natural look. This style is perfect for brides who want a more bohemian or natural look.

Wedding dress bustle styles, Waterfall bustle

6. Wrist Loop Bustle:

Lastly, we have the wrist loop bustle also known as a 'Cheater'. Most if not all dresses come with a cheater bustle. If your train is at a manageable size you may not want to have a bustle put in but most brides prefer to have one put in so they don't have to have their drinking hand occupied by anything else but a drink.

Wedding dress bustle styles, Wrist bustle

Overall, there are many different bustle styles to choose from when it comes to wedding dresses. Each style creates a unique look and effect, allowing brides to choose the perfect bustle style to fit their personality and style.