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Now is the time to start searching for prom and
homecoming dresses for 2006. It’s nice to allow
yourself plenty of time, so you can relax and
enjoy checking out all those gorgeous dresses
before you decide which one is going to be
absolutely perfect.
Before you begin searching for your prom or
homecoming dress, you should have a clear idea in
your mind of whether you’re looking for a full
formal, semi-formal or dressy casual style. Most
high school proms are full formal, so it’s the
perfect opportunity to wear that full length ball
gown you’ve always dreamed of, or the kind of
sophisticated formal dress you would reserve for
the most glamorous occasions.
A homecoming dance or event will usually be
less formal, but the dress code will depend on the
event and on your particular school’s tradition.
The best way to get an idea of the kind of outfit
which will be most appropriate is to just ask the
senior students, or graduates if you know any.
Now is the time of year when the major trends
are beginning to emerge for the coming season.
There are a number of looks which are shaping up
to be the big trends for 2006, so you have plenty
of choice.
Prom and Homecoming Fashion Trends for
2006
Black is the new black. Of course, classic
black never really goes out of style, but the
sophisticated black dress will be one of the
strongest trends for the 2006 prom season. Slinky
shapes with glamorous floor length skirts are the
main focus.
Bold, dramatic black and white will also be an
important look, in particular the classic black
and white paneled bodice with a solid white A-line
skirt. We’ll also see solid black dresses with
dramatic white detailing.
Winter white is still an important look,
particularly with silvery beads and details.
Colors for 2006 will be bold and dramatic. Soft
pastels have most definitely made way for striking
rich reds, dazzling blues, sparkling golds, sunset
yellows and even tangy citrus orange tones. If you
like to be really daring with color, this will be
the year for bold contrasts of two or more strong
colors.
The sexy Grecian style gown is tipped to be a
particularly hot look for the 2006 season, after
Kelly Clarkson really turned heads with the
stunning gold silk dress she wore at the VMA
Awards in August. If you have a sensational
figure, now is the time to really show it off!
Strapless ball gowns were the main attraction
at the Golden Globe Awards in 2005, worn by
everyone from Kim Kattrall of ‘Sex and the City’
to ‘Friends’ favorite Lisa Kudrow, so we’ll be
seeing a lot of this fabulous celebrity style in
the upcoming prom season.
Fabrics will be shining, lustrous and
glamorous, with satin and silk the main focus.
We’ll also see lots of flowing chiffon, classic
taffeta and gorgeous organza.
Beads, sequins, rhinestones, glitter,
embroidery and and specialty detailing will also
be a major trend, so if you love a little glamour
it’s definitely going to be your year. There will
be lots of beautifully beaded necklines and
embroidered bodices. Extravagantly romantic lace,
ribbons, tie-backs and bows will also be very much
in vogue.
There’s no single strong trend in hemlines;
it’s really a case of anything goes, be it a full
floor length skirt, tea length, short or daringly
short. We’ll also see everything from cheeky
handkerchief hems to classic A-line shapes, long
skirts with trains, funky asymmetrical hemlines,
sexy slit dresses, and even elegant ballerina
skirts. It’s really a matter of choosing the skirt
shape and length which best suits your figure and
shows off your assets.
Prom and Homecoming Accessories
Beads and embroidery will also be in very much
in vogue for prom and homecoming accessories.
There will be lots of beautifully designed beaded
and embroidered purses and shawls to complement
the season’s gowns.
You can never go wrong with strappy mid to
high-heel shoes to complement evening wear. Bear
in mind when you’re choosing your shoes that you
not only want to look sensational, you also want
to keep dancing all night, so look for evening
shoes which are comfortable as well as stylish.
An alternative shoe style which will make a
surprise appearance in 2006 will be ballet shoes.
There will be lots of prom shoes in ballet styles,
but there’s no reason why you can’t wear real
ballet shoes, which are inexpensive and easy to
find. With the right dress, they’ll look
absolutely gorgeous.
And the hot tip for jewelry is chandelier
earrings, which look great particularly worn with
your hair up to show them off. This will be the
year for bold, extravagant, sparkling jewelry,
including brooches, necklaces, bracelets, rings
and tiaras with every kind of jewel, from dazzling
rubies and emeralds to classic diamonds and
pearls.
About The Author Lynn Donn is the webmaster for
http://www.1st-in-formal-dresses.com. Her website offers tips and
information on all the latest trends in prom,
homecoming dresses and formal dresses.
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