Trumpet silhouette

Trumpet silhouette shows close fit through the hip then a gradual bell flare from mid-thigh downward.

Mermaid silhouette holds fit longer to the knee before dramatic flare. Fit-and-flare silhouette breaks at waist with fuller skirt.

Silhouette fashion usage names fitted-to-bell outline on gowns.[1] Wedding dress articles list trumpet among bridal cousins of mermaid on silk.[2] Dress articles contrast trumpet and A-line party shapes.[3] Museum evening dress photography documents fitted flare reference.[4]

Trumpet reads elegant on bridal and gala.[2] Trumpet differs from mermaid knee flare.[1] Contrast with sheath narrow line.[3]

Today trumpet silhouette appears on bridal gowns, evening dress, and formal separates in crepe and silk.[1][2] Bell flare needs hem balance.[4] When fit flares from mid-thigh like a trumpet—trumpet silhouette applies.[2]

Bridal gowns, evening dress, gala dress, and formal wedding guest.[2]

Trumpet pairs with fitted bodice and chapel train on bridal.[2] Ivory silk trumpet reads wedding elegant.[4]

Mermaid flares at knee. Fit-and-flare breaks at waist. Princess uses vertical seams.[1]

Trumpet silhouette reads bridal, bell-flare elegant, and hip-fitted. Silk trumpet reads wedding polished.

Trumpet vs mermaid? Mermaid fits to knee; trumpet flares from mid-thigh.[1]

Trumpet vs fit-and-flare? Fit-and-flare breaks at waist on party dress.[2]

Trumpet modern? Yes on bridal and evening gown.[2]