Natasha Tchir, Reporter
@NTchirCourant
Recently, the prom dress fever has begun to come over junior and senior girls alike. With junior prom on April 20th and senior on May 18th, the buzz about dresses has already begun. Here are some of the trends that can be expected at both proms this year
1. Shiny Dresses
From sequins to metallic prints, shiny dresses are one of the most popular trends for this season. This hasn’t only been popular with prom dresses, but these types of dresses have been lining the red carpet on people from Paris Hilton to Heidi Klum. The metallics range from silver and gold to green and purple, and every color in between. Shiny dresses are a unique twist on the classic look, so expect to see a lot of these out on the dance floor!
2. Open Backs, Cutouts, and Strappy Details
Cutouts have been an icon for shirts and tank tops for this season, so it is no surprise that they are making their way onto prom dresses. From open backs, drooping all the way down to the waist, to intricate details involving many different cutouts, any simple dress can instantly become more elegant. These details can dramatically reboot a plain dress. The looks created by these details can be paired with various accessories, or act on their own. Anything is possible with these dresses!
3. Pastel and Blush
Pastel and blush dresses have been extremely popular at prom every year. The color options are almost endless with colors like lilac, mint green, pale blue or pink, beige, and more. With additions of lace and embellishments, these dresses can be very unique. If a dress lacks any of these additions, accessories can fill this place. Since these dresses can be so simple, they can be glammed up in so many different ways, offering a personalized look for everyone.
4. Velvet
This timeless look brings an aspect of elegance that only velvet cloud. The key about choosing a velvet dress is the color; vibrant colors, including red, pink, green and blue. paired with this velvet style create a distinctive look that many other fabrics can’t. These dresses, with their shine, can stand on their own or be paired with simple accessories. They can also come in any style, so feel free to try some on.
With so many different styles and options, it can be a little overwhelming to narrow down one dress that you love. Following the trends for this season can aid this process and spark some ideas for unique looks.
