Feathered
skirts are a major trend for prom dresses this year. Whether they are on a
long, strapless gown or a short, cocktail dress, layers of feathers add drama
and fun. The best way to wear a feathered skirt is with a tight top. For
instance, a strapless, bustier style neckline with a fuller bottom will create
balance. The tiered, feathered skirts often have a ruffled wire hem inside to
keep them from getting flat. Similar to feathers are rows of alternating
ruffles and rosettes. Again, these will work on dresses of any length.
Another
biggest trend in Prom Dresses is the high-low style, which is short in the
front and long in the back. It gives prom goers the best of both worlds. The
shorter front shows off shapely legs and allows for more freedom of movement,
while the longer back provides an elegant touch. Coming in at a close second is
the short cocktail dress. This is the ultimate party dress, because it is chic
and sassy without being too formal. They are ideal for dancing.
For
a clean, uncluttered look, choose a column chiffon prom dress. They look like
liquid when the dress moves. Another way to glisten is by wearing a dress
covered with mirrored glass or sequins. When strapless designs have a heavily
embellished top and an unadorned skirt, it creates an eye-pleasing contrast.
Panels of overlays are featured on prom dresses this season. Some only seem to
be transparent, while others actually are see-through. They can be the same
color as the dress or a flesh tone. To create more excitement, sequins, beads
or lace may be added on top of the overlays.
Sweetheart
prom dress is excellent for figures with a flatter chest. The extra shape
detail on the bust can give the illusion that there is more there than there
really is. Again with this style prom dress the fitting around the bust is very
important and a few alterations may be necessary for the bust line to lay flat.
Other
trendy 2012 prom dress styles are the floor-length prom dress with mermaid
design, grecian and column silhouettes. The mermaid and column styles really emphasize
the curves, while the grecian style gently skims the body. It has an empire
waist and a long, loose skirt that floats away from the body. Some designs also
have a slight back train.