Prom Dress Ideas & Inspiration
Prom is a special event that many young ladies look forward
to. A lot of thought goes into finding the perfect Prom dress. If you haven’t
decided yet on a beautiful Prom dress, here are a few ideas to help inspire
you.
Neutrals: Neutral colors such as beige, white or grey
are always a simple yet classy choice. You can even combine neutral colors for
a more unique look. Some popular dress brands you can possibly buy a
neutral-colored dress from include Monique Lhullier, Roland Mouret, Unique
Vintage, Current Mood, The Vampire’s Wife, Jenny Packham, City Triangle, City
Studios, Sherri Hill, Morgan & Co., Givenchy, Versace, Schiaparelli, Onyx
Nite, Chiara Boni La Petite Robe, Oscar De La Renta, Galina, Katie May, Jessica
McClintock, & Other Stories, Speechless, Tom Ford, Elie Saab, Morning
Lavender, Pink Lily, Michael Kors, Jovani, Morilee and Betsey Johnson.
Little Black Dress: The little black dress is a
classic for a reason. This is a simple yet elegant choice for Prom dresses.
Some stores you can possibly purchase a black Prom dress from include Macy’s,
Nordstrom, Francesca’s, Forever 21, Hot Topic, Bloomingdale’s, Trashy Diva
Clothing and Torrid.
Lady In Red: Red is a popular color for Prom dresses
as it is bold and confident. Red dresses always seem to catch attention so if
you want to be noticed, this is a great color to choose. Some popular dress
brands you can possibly buy a red dress from include Adrianna Papell, Herve
Leger, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Vivienne Westwood, Emilia Wickstead, Dior, B.
Darlin, Terani Couture, Alexander McQueen, Fashion Nova, Xscape, Oh Polly,
Retro Stage and Dress The Population.
Pastels: Pastel colors are a very pretty and stylish
choice. Pastel colors such as lilac, canary yellow, baby blue and blush pink
are perfect for a Prom event held in Springtime. Some popular dress brands you
can possibly buy a pastel-colored dress from include ModCloth, Carolina
Herrera, Cinderella Divine, Vince, Staud, Stella McCartney, Karen Millen, Mac
Duggal, Self Portrait, Erdem, Vera Wang, Lulus, LoveShackFancy, LaceMade and
JJ’s House.
Vintage: A vintage dress is a great option because it gives you a chance to dress more uniquely. As the dress is vintage, the chance of someone else having the same dress as you on Prom night is highly unlikely. Additionally, this can be a more affordable option when shopping for a dress because you are buying secondhand. Check out vintage clothing stores or thrift shops if a vintage dress sounds like the right decision for you.
You can also look for vintage dresses online through eBay, Etsy, Bonanza, Depop, Poshmark or Mercari but keep in mind that depending on the decade the dress was made, sizing can be different from today’s standard sizing so you may want to take measurements prior to purchasing a vintage dress online. Don’t forget to also look into any information provided regarding the condition of the dress as sometimes vintage clothing can have damage such as piling, tears, missing beads or stains from being used. It’s often best to try and find a vintage dress that is in New or Like New condition as that is a better indication that the dress has been properly cared for over time. You can even research dresses worn by actresses and singers from the past such as Audrey Hepburn, Farrah Fawcett, Yvonne De Carlo, Rita Hayworth, Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, Judy Garland, Lucille Ball, Elizabeth Montgomery, Jayne Mansfield, Maureen O’Hara, Marilyn Monroe, Hedy Lamarr, Olivia Newton John and Romy Schneider for inspiration of what you may want your dress to look like.
Celebrity: Speaking of celebrities, they also can be
an inspiration for your Prom dress. Celebrities often dress up in formalwear
for red carpet events such as movie premieres or award ceremonies. You may
decide to wear a Prom dress similar to a red carpet look from one of the many
popular celebrities out there such as Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta Jones, Mandy
Moore, Penelope Cruz, Sabrina Carpenter, Kiernan Shipka, Katy Perry, Ava Allan,
McKenna Grace, Anne Hathaway or Rihanna. All you have to do is research your
favorite celebrities red carpet style and find a dress that you like that’s
similar to theirs.
Royalty: Royals from around the world inspire lots of
fashion choices, especially for formal events such as Prom. If you want to feel
like royalty, you can look up styles worn by royals to help you come up with a
fashionable idea for your Prom dress. Some royals you can draw style
inspiration from include Lady Louise Windsor, Princess Beatrice, Princess
Charlene Of Monaco, Queen Letizia Of Spain, Princess Leonor Of Spain, Princess
Alexandra Of Hanover, Princess Alexandra Of Luxembourg, Princess Claire Of Luxembourg,
Princess Claire Of Belgium and Princess Tatiana Of Greece And Denmark.
Television & Movies: Another fun option is to
find a Prom dress similar to a costume you love from a film or television show.
There are many films out there with great costumes that can inspire Prom looks
including The Prince & Me, Ella Enchanted, The Princess Bride, Maid In
Manhattan, Mean Girls, Labyrinth, Never Been Kissed, Grease, Back To The
Future, Chicago and Mr. Malcolm’s List. Additionally, several television shows can
also inspire Prom looks with their costumes including Bridgerton, Once Upon A
Time, Reign, That 70’s Show, Full House, Holly Hobbie, The Nanny, The Vampire
Diaries and That’s So Raven.
Barbie/ Pretty In Pink: With the recent success of
the Barbie film starring Margot Robbie, America Ferrera, Rhea Perlman, John
Cena and Ryan Gosling, Barbie inspired clothing, otherwise known as Barbiecore
has become very popular. Pink also tends to be a popular color for Prom events
every year. If you desire that pretty in pink Barbie-style look for your Prom,
some stores you can possibly buy a dress from include Sassy Shortcake, PrettyLittleThing,
Kohl’s, Ted Baker London, TJ Maxx, JCPenney, Dillard’s, Windsor, David’s Bridal
and Burlington Coat Factory.
DIY: Another option is to make your own Prom dress using fabrics and other materials that you can find at a crafts store, thrift shop or possibly already in your own closet at home. This is a fun option because you can customize the dress in whatever style, pattern or color you want. You can get very creative with this option and you won’t have to worry about anyone having the same dress as yours because it will be completely unique. This is also a great option if you are on a budget and trying to save money. There are even tutorials online on YouTube that can be very useful when creating your one-of-a-kind dress.
