It is prom night. You have the date of your dreams. Your best friends by your side. And while prom is a special experience no matter what happens, the right dress can really make it a magnificent night.
Discovering the prom dress that is most ideal for you depends on a number of factors. Ultimately, taking all of these factors into consideration can help you formulate a decision on a dress that will make your prom night as fashionable as it is unforgettable.
- Get Inspired By Anything and Everything
- Allow yourself to be open to your own experience in order to get inspired by the world around you. Don’t just look in fashion magazines, or on Pinterest. Look at paintings, watch movies, or take a walk down the street. See what stimulates you. You might be surprised where you end up finding your inspiration.
- Do Your Research
- It’s 2019, which means there are endless resources for you to find the perfect dress for you. Keep up to date with trends, so you can know the latest fashions, including short dresses, long prom dresses, silhouettes, cuts, sequins, lycra, and everything in between. The internet is a great resource, but there are also many other ways to see what other people are doing this season, and which of these trends and fashions speaks to you.
- Find Yourself and Know Yourself
- If you are buying the right prom dress this year, it’s all about knowing yourself. This means having an idea of what type of dress and fit works best for you. Know what colors you like, and even what color jewelry you plan on using to complete your outlet. Know what length looks best, feels best, and is comfortable for walking and moving. Discomfort can have an affect on an otherwise painless night, and you are the only one who will be able to make that call.
- Hair and Accessories
- A crucial part of your prom night fashion decisions lie in your choices surrounding the dress. Just like you should at least try to shop with color combinations (at least a few different primary options) in mind, you should also take the time to consider what your hair might look like and what type of jewelry you might want to include to your look. For example, long prom dresses often look best with the hair up and out of the way, and a lace-woven back may require only minimal jewelry, depending on the dress’ neck design.
- Go With Your Gut
- Regardless of what anyone else thinks ‘looks’ best on you, at the end of the day it is only you who knows what feels best for you. Seek opinions and talk to other recent prom dress shoppers (friends, relatives, etc.). Approach the process with an open mind, but at the end of the day, it is up to you to always trust yourself and go with your instincts.
If you follow these simple steps, you will be on your way to finding the perfect prom dress. The most important thing is to remember to have fun and take your time. But take comfort in the fact that if you put in the time and effort, the right choice will reveal itself.
