Shopping for a wedding gown is perhaps one of the most exciting yet stressful tasks for every bride-to-be. What thought to be a fun and happy gown hunting can easily turn into a nightmare especially when you find yourself getting lost in the wedding gown language: the professional terms and glossary.

Women are blessed with different types of formal wear when it comes to occasions like wedding reception, cocktail party and dinner events. But, the challenge is to dress right for the right occasion. So, check out this short list of differences among types of gowns.