What is a modest mermaid wedding dress? The mermaid style, also known as the mermaid cut, is one of the most flattering and dramatic designs in the world of high-end wedding dress tailoring. The cut is characterized by a hugging silhouette that elegantly follows the contours of the body – from the bust, through the waist to the hips – and opens in a rich expansion from the knee line down, creating an appearance reminiscent of a fin (hence its name). When adapting the mermaid cut to the rules of modesty, the art is to maintain the natural flow and feminine structure of the dress, along with full and meticulous coverage. The adjustment is often accomplished through the use of luxurious fabrics with presence, long sleeve designs that blend in harmony with the tight cut, and clever closures in the neckline and back. The result is a fashionable masterpiece that gives the bride a noble, classic and luxurious look, which perfectly combines an impressive presence with uncompromising modesty.