A Bridal Gowns Chicago with a dropped waist is chic and contemporary. This dress has a long, fitted torso with the waist cinched close to the hips. Dropped waist designs can vary from simple and elegant to intricate and detailed. Many women who want to showcase their hourglass figures choose dropped waist bridal gowns as they naturally create this silhouette. This may not be the best choice for pear-shaped women, or those with a higher natural waist.