A long line, with room for detail
A column wedding dress falls mostly straight from bodice to hem, with little added flare. Because the skirt stays narrow, the eye follows the neckline, cloth and vertical seams. It may skim or fit closer at the hips; the actual construction sets the amount of ease.
One narrow base, two presentations
In Coral, linear beadwork and visible corset boning give a lace column base a precise rhythm. A separate Mikado and satin overskirt sits at the waist and widens the sides and back for a fuller look while leaving the beaded front visible. Pacifique keeps its narrow outline throughout: Chantilly lace, fine pearl-edged straps, a soft neckline and a short sweep train give the surface its interest. The two dresses show how a column can stay minimal or support a removable layer.
How does it differ from sheath?
The label sheath often suggests a more body-skimming contour; column places more emphasis on a straight vertical fall. Eva Lendel uses both tags for Pacific, so neither name guarantees a fixed width at the hip. Check the actual line from shoulder to hem, then sit and walk to find out how the fabric behaves. A narrow dress with an overskirt should also be assessed after the extra layer is removed.
Does column mean no train?
No. Pacific has a short sweep train. The presence and length of a train are details of the individual model, separate from the straightness of its skirt.