Prom 2008 Elegance Defined
Prom is the most anticipated and memorable night of a high school students' life. It is the one night of the year where you and your friends are able to go all-out with hair, make up, and an amazing dress. Choosing a prom dress can be an exciting, yet burdensome, experience. With trends changing from year to year, it is hard to differentiate what is in and what is out. In the past, the theme has been "the bigger, the better", whether it was over the top hair, fake eyelashes, top hats and canes or an outrageous dress. This year, the extreme costume-style trend is coming to an end with the arrival of elegant, glamorous, red carpet fashion.
Prom Dresses – Available Options
For the ladies long, sleek, elegant dresses are the way to go this year. Whether a strapless, halter, or one-shoulder gown, these dress styles encompass chic fashion trends with red carpet glam. Beading, such as sequins or rhinestones, is always a great-added touch to a gown if not overdone. Be cautious when choosing a dress with a profound amount of beading or rhinestones. These dresses tend to be extremely heavy and can be uncomfortable when trying to enjoy prom activities.
Although prom dresses are available in a rainbow of colors this year, more subdued natural tones top the prom dress trends this year. As always, black is timeless; but deep purple tones, burnt orange, olive green, warm yellows and browns are all great colors for Prom 2008. Soft chiffon, organza, and slinky satin are fabulous fabrics for this year’s chic and sophisticated style. These fabrics are light and airy which embrace the glamorous celebrity-like fashions of this prom season. Plus size prom dresses are no longer hard to find and are usually available in the same stylish designs as the smaller sizes. Depending on the store, most prom dress vendors can order your size if they do not have it in stock.
Prom Jewelry – How To Choose
Prom jewelry depends, mostly, on the dress selection. Dresses that are heavily beaded or flashy deserve equally stunning earrings but not necessarily a necklace. Depending on the neckline of the dress, a necklace would be appropriate in some instances. Strapless and one shoulder dresses are ideal for necklaces. However, a halter dress, because of the neckline style and fabric embellishments, usually does not require one. Simple prom dresses call for minimal prom jewelry; such as, a pendant necklace with matching earrings. Stunning accessories like diamonds or rhinestone studs create an elegant, yet, effortless look. Botanical jewelry (made from fresh flowers) is a unique option compatible with all prom dress styles.
Formal Wear – How To Dress Your Guy
Guys follow the ladies if you want to be trendy this prom season. Red carpet glam is the trend for men’s formal wear this year. In the past, tuxedos have been the only way to go for this yearly event; leaving men reaching for top hats and wild colored tuxes for some individuality. While tuxedos are always timeless attire for this event, prom trends are exploring a more casual, yet, sophisticated look for men. In fact, classic suits are great ways to break away from traditional formal wear attire while remaining sophisticated and stylish. Most male celebrities on the red carpet are doing away with tuxedos and attending these star studded events decked out in classic charcoal gray, black, and pinstriped suits.
Coordinating With Your Prom Date
Looking your best for prom means co-coordinating your attire with your date’s formal wear attire. The use of complimentary colors is the easiest way to co-ordinate. Trying to match the color of a prom dress to the color of a tuxedo or a suit can be quite an undertaking. However, a simple boutonniere is a chic way to tie in color and compliment your date's dress. Many couples choose to match the dress and the tuxedo color. Matching colors exactly can be tricky, especially with colors like lavender. To match the vest of a classic tuxedo and a prom dress, take a sample of the prom dress fabric to the tuxedo rental shop. With the fabric sample you will be able to tell if the colors available will match or clash. Often it is better to go with a neutral or complimentary colored vest to avoid any chance of the colors clashing.
Riding in Style – How to Show-off Prom Attire
Just like a celebrity on the red carpet, your prom attire is highlighted by your arrival. All eyes are upon you when you arrive at the prom and your form of transportation sets the stage. Create a traditional and classical stage with a stretch limousine. Announce your elegant and sophisticated style by arriving in a sporty convertible. Hummer limo, horse drawn carriage, hot air balloon and limo buses are unique and interesting ways to arrive at the prom. The key to this year’s trend is glamorous chic, so select a complementing form of transportation.
Trends of formal wear come and go 'like the wind' while some become ultimate classics. Any formal wear style can work in the right place at the right time. Achieving the perfect prom look begins with your personality. Most local formal wear stores will be happy to assist you in finding the right look. Just remember that looking your best for prom is important; but having a great time is the ultimate goal.
Contributor: Jordon Robinson
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