mermaid gown
Fitted then flaring
A mermaid gown is a fitted dress that hugs the body through the torso and hips, then flares dramatically at or below the knee, resembling a mermaid's tail.
The silhouette is popular for formal occasions, especially weddings and red carpet events: She could barely walk in her mermaid gown.
Also called a fishtail dress.
- fishtailRear-end lateral skid
- silhouetteFilled-in outline shape
- drop waistSeam placed at hips
- flareSudden bright burst
- fittedShaped to conform
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