Here comes the dress but first, the silhouette. Before your first bridal appointment, you don't need all the answers but having a sense of silhouette can transform your entire experience. Ball gown. what would the style of dress be called that flares out at the bottom like this? : r findfashion Dress Shapes New Arrival! Fit and flare wedding dress style. This silhouette is fitted from the bust to the hips and then flares out at the bottom, creating a flattering and feminine shape. The dress features