Prom Dresses, Party Dresses Blog

Regardless of your figure, shape, or height, there’s a style of homecoming dress that’s designed to either flatter your best features or help to hide some of the not so good ones, making you feel both comfortable and glamorous at the same time.
Here are a few styles of dresses to try on to see which type suits you best. Don’t forget to bring along a pair of nylons with a few pairs of shoes in varying heights to get a better idea of how the dress will really look on the big night:
A-Line – A-line prom dresses, also called princess dresses, are narrow near the waist area and then flare out toward the hemline, making them great for hiding a multitude of sins such as wider hips or thicker thighs.
Ball Gown – The main feature of the ball gown prom dresses is a wide, billowing skirt topped by either a corset style bodice or a simple fitted waist. This type of dress is also great for hiding figure flaws and for making the waist area seem smaller as it also defines the bust.
Empire Waists – Empire waist prom dresses usually have a scooped neckline along with the high waist that falls above the natural waistline, and are also ideal for camouflaging a larger bottom half.
Jewel Neckline – The jewel neckline is rounded and rests just above the collarbone and is often found on longer dresses with full skirts. The bandeau or boat neckline also is high near the collarbone but isn’t round like the jewel. This style can help accent the shoulders and neck, but can make wide shoulders appear even larger.
Kimono Style – Dramatic wrapping and signature bell sleeves are the main features of the flattering kimono style dress, which is just perfect for hiding a pair of less than perfect arms. These dresses also have deep V-necks and will need very few accessories to complete the look, so they’re great for girls on a budget.
Sheaths – Made of clingy material and designed to show off every single curve, sheath prom dresses are available in varying lengths and should be worn only by those blessed with the figure to pull it off. Keep the accessories to a minimum if you’re wearing a sheath and choose a shade that accentuates the color of your eyes.
Shifts – The 1960s makes a comeback with the retro shift dress, which usually has a hemline that falls either mid-thigh or just above the knee. Typically, these dresses are wide throughout without a discernable gathering at the waist, so choose them only if you’ve got the petite figure to pull them off.
Sweetheart Neckline – Dresses or gowns with sweetheart necklines, which are heart shaped at the top, are often full, floor-length numbers that also flatter pear-shaped women.
Besides all of these styles, you’ll also want to consider the many different types of sleeves, unless you’re wearing a strapless, spaghetti strap, or halter-neck  prom dress. If you want to show off your arms, choose cap sleeves prom dresses that just cover the shoulder and upper arms. If you want to hide your arms, choose the Juliet sleeve that poufs out at the shoulder and then tapers toward the wrist.
As far as color is concerned, choose your favorite color or one that complements your skin tone. If you’re feeling daring, opt for a dress in rich jewel tones such as emerald green, sapphire blue, ruby red, or, any shade of plum, peach, rich brown and the old standby, plain black. No matter what you do, choose a color you’re comfortable with and you’ll shine at your homecoming dance.