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Cut costs for your sweet sixteen party with these tips!

Having a sweet sixteen party is not cheap! We know that a lot of time, money and effort go into planning the most memorable 16th birthday party. Why not cut some corners and costs with these tips from DressProm.net? You can get the best bang for your buck while still having the time of your life!

• Try making your own decorations instead of buying them. There are plenty of blogs, as well as Pinterest boards dedicated to making your own party decorations! Plus, they’ll be exactly what you want and adorably homemade!
• Instead of doing a large dinner for the guests of your sweet sixteen parties, try doing small finger foods instead! Your guests can snack throughout the whole party and you will save money by not paying for a huge meal.
• Try having your party in a large space, such as an empty barn, a church hall, or a picnic grove, instead of the pricey banquet halls. Many private organizations like churches or other halls allow you to rent the space for a small cost or donation to the organization.
• Keep your guest list to a 100-person maximum. If you have a larger group of friends or a huge family, it can be difficult to keep a cap on the number of people to invite. Try to narrow down your group of friends to the people you will think would attend and add them to guest list first.
• Instead of hiring a DJ for your big bash, use your computer! Hooking up your computer or music player to a set of speakers isn’t difficult at all and you get to control the playlist! This works out even better, as far as what music you’d like to be played, and cuts the cost of renting a DJ for the night!

Have any more tips on how to cut costs at your sweet sixteen parties or have any stories you’d like to share with us about how you did so? Share it with us in a comment below!

Turning 16 only happens once in your life, so why not do it the way you want to? DressProm.net has the most fashionable, fierce and fearless sweet sixteen dresses for any diva! Want to know which dress (or dresses) you should rock for your themed, big birthday bash? DressProm.net has them!

Vegas themed: Turn 16 the best way you know how—with a theme as big as your personality! A Vegas themed sweet sixteen calls for bright, colorful, and flashy dresses. Check out our Sparkling Mermaid Gown by Allure in Fuchsia, which reminds us of something a Vegas socialite would sport on her special night out!

Rock star themed: Rock out the best way you know how and celebrate 16 years on this planet with a rock star themed sweet sixteen! Getting glammed up and ready for the finer things in life should be your top priority on your special day, so your dress shouldn’t be anything less than that! Our Strapless Cocktail dress with Colorful stones at the Bodice, by Sherri Hill, will definitely bring out your inner-rock star during your party!

Masquerade themed: Channel a different era for your 16^th birthday bash with a masquerade themed party!  With all the fun masks and creative decorations at your party, you’re going to need a dress that plays the part too. How about our Playful Corkscrew Formal Dress by Sherri Hill for you party? It has everything you need for your true personality to be unmasked!

Looking for more sweet sixteen dresses to outfit your big bash with? Check out our selection today at DressProm.net!

Celebrate your sweet sixteen with some of these fierce dresses that will fit into any theme!

Your prom dress should cling in all the right places!

For plus sized girls, it’s not always easy to find a perfect dress. Sometimes it feels like pretty dresses don’t come any larger than a size two! Here are some tips to help you choose the right plus size dress for you.

• Dark colors like black and navy can make you appear slimmer. You can add color to a black dress by wearing colorful shoes or carrying a brightly colored bag. You can also buy a dress that has a colorful or shiny belt, or pair a belt with it.
• Other dresses with simple colors, besides black, may also flatter your shape. It’s a matter of searching for the best color for your shape and size.
• Don’t buy a dress made from a stretchy nylon-like fabric. This type of dress will more than likely cling in all of the wrong places.
• Looking good in a dress can be as easy as keeping your shoulders back, and maintaining good posture.
• Vertical stripes elongate a body, while horizontal stripes make the body appear wider.
• Keep prints and designs subtle, unless you find a loud print that flatters your shape.
• Use shapers to smooth out your shape.
• Most importantly, buy clothes that fit correctly, and look good on you!

Next time you’re shopping for a dress don’t rush and buy the first one that fits. Stop, look in the mirror, and think about these helpful tips.

Sure, you’ll be stuck under a drab graduation robe when you walk up to get your diploma, but how about picking out something fabulous to wear underneath? Be ready for all the photos and fun for after graduation with a hot new graduation dress.

Here are a few tips in picking out the perfect graduation dress:

• Plan ahead. Most schools only let you pick up your robes within a week of graduation, ask the school or even the company handling the robes what size and color you’ll be wearing. This way you know whether you can go with a full length graduation dress or stick with a short and sweet dress.
• Look chic in white. Very often graduation robes are white, which means see through issues. Make things easy by going with an all white graduation dress.
• Pick out something you’ll be comfortable sitting for a long time in. Graduation is a long ceremony, so be ready for the long haul!

Finally, remember to get lots of photos! This is your big day, so celebrate and have fun!

We’ve got prom dresses here for girls with every body type.  We want to make sure that you can find the dress or gown you’re looking for right here at Dress Prom.  We have a few tips to help you dress your figure.  Here are just a few ways to enhance your look if you happen to have a bottom-heavy shape.  In other words, you’re the classic “pear.”  It’s easier than you think to look totally spectacular.

Find the right dress for your shape

• Balance your figure with color and fitted pieces.  Wear a fitted jacket on the top that’s the same or similar color as a looser skirt on the bottom.  This look is great for casual winter dances.
• There’s a phrase you should always remember:  Fit and flare.  Keep it fitted on the top, and let it flare out at the bottom.  A-line is perfect for you.
• Wear patterns or prints on your smallest feature.  This will draw attention up and away from your heavier bottom half.
• Look for dresses with a raised waist.  An empire waist accentuates your smallest part.  That’s what you’re looking for in a prom dress!
• Pick a pretty neckline.  Again, it’s all about looking for ways to draw attention upwards.
• Try a look that’s light on the top and dark on the bottom!  Classic and chic.

What are your favorite tips for dressing your figure?

We don’t like to think about it, either, but we have to admit that autumn is just around the corner.  Back to school season is in full swing, and it’s time to start thinking about your fall formal dresses.  There are lots of fun trends out there, and Dress Prom is here to keep you on the cutting edge of all things formal (and semi formal, of course).

We know that you like to look pretty all of the time, so we’re going to talk about trends for casual everyday dresses, too.  For casual occasions like this, it’s smart not to go overboard.  Casual dresses can be a little shorter to show off your legs.  Or you could opt for a longer dress with a bigger pattern.  You can pair casual dresses with some subdued accessories.  The key is to look casual and chic— not overdone.

Cocktail dresses are an important part of your semi formal wardrobe.  These dresses bridge the gap between casual and formal, so it’s important to choose a style that fits your body type.  You could try a tight-fitting dress with a simple design.  Avoid too many embellishments, since they might make the dress a little too formal.  Feathers and fur (or faux fur) are hot accessories for this season.

A fall evening formal dress should have a sophisticated design.  Choose darker colors like black, blue, or copper.

When you’re dressing to impress for your Snow Ball, you’ve got to have confidence and style. You’ve got to choose a dress that compliments the tones and textures of the season in soft blues, icy whites, and sparkling silvers. You need to have an ensemble that’ll make you look absolutely breathtaking.

Winter formals can always be a ton of fun, and if you’re looking for the perfect look for the evening, we’ve got everything you need! At DressProm.net, we’ve got the gowns, the shoes, the accessories, and the sense of style needed to pull off the perfect look. Let’s put it all together.

First off, sparkle like a beautiful snowflake in this gown by Riva in a soft blue. This formal dress features a sweetheart neckline with spaghetti straps on a sequined and jewel encrusted bodice that has just the right amount of glam. As for the back, it’s sleek and sexy with corset-style lacing that compliments the full skirt. Simply stunning. To accessorize, slip on a simple pair of diamond or rhinestone studs. Your dress is going to do all the talking.

For shoes, go with this beautiful pair of heels from Harmony. Since the gown is all about glitter, you want to keep your shoes simple, but not too plain. These prom shoes offer just the right amount of sparkle with rhinestone detailing and a shimmering silver make.

Now it’s time for hair. Winter hairstyles are all about being sleek and stylish, so think about fashioning your locks into an elegant chignon complimented with a sparkling hair clip.

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Just put together all of these pieces and you’ve got a look that’s sure to stun at your Snow Ball!

Purple homecoming dresses are such a fun color for your homecoming dress – they’re just as sophisticated as a little black dress, but have a vivid dash of color, too! Here’s a collage of ideas for wearing a pretty purple dress to your homecoming, and the shoes and jewelry to transform your dress from beautiful to a one-of-a-kind look!

Our Purple Dress Picks:

The Must-Have Shoes:

The Oh-So-Exquisite Jewelry:

We hope you’ll make your purple homecoming dress as unique as you are, with just a little help from us! Show off your vivacious self at your homecoming in that amazing dress!