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5 Dress Trends We Love

Get inspired by five of our favorite dress trends for Prom!  --Angel

Lace
Lingerie-inspired details make this season's Prom dresses more fetching than ever!

 

1. Tracy Reese Lace Ballerina Dress, $535    2. Strapless Lace Party Dress from A'Gaci, $28.50    3. Badgley Mischka Platinum Label Lace Cocktail Dress, $495    4. Mesh Lace Dress from Wet Seal, $32.50    5. Maggie London Sequin Lace Trapeze Dress, $178   

Polka Dots
Who knew such a playful pattern could become one of the hottest trends in formal wear?

 

1. Gold Polka Dot Short Dress by Jovani, $350    2. Jessica McClintock Style #32995, $150    3. Polka Dot Dress w/ Pockets from Windsor, $65    4. Michael Kors Coin-Dot Dress, $3,995    5. Jovani Polka Dot Evening Gown, $400

One Shoulder
A red carpet fave, we can't get enough of this cool trend!

1. Laundry by Shelli Segal Matte Jersey Beaded Dress, $270    2. Stella McCartney Asymmetric Dress, $1,395    3. Lela Rose One-Shoulder Belted Dress, $1,095     4. Ruby Rox One-Shoulder Minidress, $68    5. Jessica McClintock Style #53364, $134

White
The season's freshest color is perfect for Prom!

 

1. Milly Asymmetric Halter Dress, $495    2. Jessica McClintock Style #54210, $132    3. Windsor 'Charlotte' Dress, $150    4. Sue Wong Strapless Ivory Feathered Dress, $570    5. B. Darlin 'Michelle' Dress, $80  

50s-Inspired
Full, frothy skirts make these the quintessential party frocks!

 

1. David's Prom Style #310838, $169    2. Jessica McClintock Style #32700, $105   3. Ports 1961 Strapless Dress, $1,825    4. Odette Christiane 'Gotta Dance' Dress, $265    5. Envi Prom Style #E9450 (contact for price)

Try This: Tangerine Lips

Prettify your pout with a punchy tangerine-colored lipstick -- it's sassier than the usual reds and pinks, plus there's an orange shade to work with any skin tone.  The key is to keep the rest of your face simple and clean - think liquid eyeliner and lots of lashes.  Try MAC Lipstick in CB 96 ($14), it's a bright pinkish orange so it's not too severe.  --Angel

3 Statement-Making Accessories to Try

Take your Prom look to another level with these bold, unexpected, and utterly clever accessories.  --Angel

1. Sequin Beret (Charlotte Russe Sequin Beret, $12.99, pictured)
Why It Works for Prom: It adds a dash of vintage glamour to Prom dresses.
Works Well With: Short dresses in fun, bright colors

2. Wooden Jewelry (Winstanley Social Patina Wooden Link Bracelet, $25, pictured)
Why It Works for Prom: This natural material is surprisingly elegant.
Works Well With: Any dress

3. Fierce Sandals (L.A.M.B. 'Tizzy' Strappy Sandal Bootie, $345, pictured)
Why It Works for Prom: The contrast of a strappy gladiator or platform sandal and ultra-feminine dress is a fresh spin on traditional formal wear.
Works Well With: Feminine, diaphanous silhouettes or LBDs

Pack It Up: Essentials to Take on Prom Night

Don't leave home without these quick fixes for a fool-proof Prom night!  --Angel

Safety Pins or Double-Sided Tape
Because you don't want any, um...wardrobe malfunctions!  I like Hollywood Fashion Tape ($7.50).

Cash
It's Prom night -- you never know what could come up!  Late-night pancakes anyone?

 Mini Stain Remover
And speaking of late-night dining, you'll want to keep something on hand in case a little spillage occurs. Try Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover Pens ($8.99), they can slip right into your handbag.

Hair Pins
Use these to keep your coif in control, or to sweep your hair up at the end of the night.

Breath Mints or Strips
You'll be getting close to your date during the slow songs and laughing with your pals in between dances...keep it fresh!

Blotting Papers
After hours of dancing you're bound to be shining like a light bulb!  Handle the situation with oil-absorbing papers, such as H20 Plus Oil Control Blotting Papers ($6).

HAVE FUN!!

'Garden Nymph' Dress of the Day: ABS by Allen Schwartz One Shoulder Gown with Rosettes

A lush bouquet of silk rosettes and the dramatic rose color lend an elegant feel to the contemporary, one-shoulder silhouette.  --Angel

 

ABS by Allen Schwartz One Shoulder Chiffon Gown with Rosettes, $438

2009 Academy Awards Best Dressed

Hollywood's most celebrated night was more glamorous than ever!  Here are just a handful of the ladies we thought looked flawless on Oscar night.  --Angel

Taraji P. Henson in Roberto Cavalli

Frieda Pinto in John Galliano

Anne Hathaway in Armani Prive



Heidi Klum in RM by Roland Mouret



Natalie Portman in Rodarte



Kate Winslet in Atelier Yves Saint Laurent

Try This: Flowers for Guys

You're no Garden Nymph, but you can still add some flower power to your Prom look with these garden-inspired items.  --Angel

1. Simon Carter Flower Cufflinks ($49),  2.  Goorin Brothers 'Moretti' Pinstripe Fedora ($38),  3.  Ed Hardy 'Rose' Tie ($59.95)

'Garden Nymph' Dress of the Day: Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti

This dress is as pretty as a daffodil, thanks to a bright, buttercup hue and tiered ruffles that look just like flower petals.  --Angel

Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti Tiered Racerback Dress, $535

Try This: White Bow Ties for Guys

Guys, if you want to mix it up a little take a cue from our President and nix the traditional black bow tie for a white one.  The look is fresh, polished, and incredibly dapper!  --Angel

Try This: Plaid for Prom

Plaid is one of the hottest trends for spring, so look for Prom dresses, accessories, and cool gear for guys in this colorful, statement-making pattern!  --Angel

Pink and yellow plaid is such a fresh color combo for spring.

Strapless Plaid Prom Dress by Jovani, $500

Add a touch of plaid detail to your suit with patterned cuff links.

 

David Donahue Pattern Cuff Links, $150

This is the perfect shoe to wear with a girly, flirty pink dress!

 

Ben Sherman 'Molly' Pump, $115

Windowpane plaid is unexpectedly cool with a tuxedo or suit.

 

Perry Ellis Windowpane Plaid Shirt, $35

I love how this frock mixes a country plaid print with elegant chiffon tiers.

 

Dallin Chase 'Gordon' Plaid Dress, $174