: For floor-length gowns, compare the skirt's "hollow-to-hem" measurement against your height while wearing your intended heel height. 2. Be a Fabric Detective

Since you can't touch the material, look for clues in the product descriptions and customer photos. :

: Excellent for structured, wrinkle-resistant silhouettes that photograph well.

: Watch videos of the dress on a model to see how it moves and catches light. Stiff fabrics may look "cheap" or uncomfortable in person.

: Offer a luxurious sheen and beautiful drape but can show sweat and wrinkles easily.