I'm short,2011 Wedding Dresses Trends, but love ball gown wedding dresses

I'm short,2011 Wedding Dresses Trends, but love ball gown wedding dresses?!? What's a girl to do!!
I always here that short girls should never wear ball gown dresses...But I've always invisioned myself wearing ball gown dress....
So does the rule apply to all short girls...or can a short girl pull one off with the right dress/shoes?
You could do wear what you like. You just need some special size for you.
Check out some popular clothing shops and find some inspirations.
Actually, short girls CAN pull off ball gowns, just make sure it's the right one. Not too big, and not too distracting or overpowering. Go for a dropped waist especially, that is key.