Prom Dresses 2012

For high school students, the night of their prom is probably one of the most anticipated nights of the year. After all this is the night where everything is about their friends and them, and what could be more exciting? Especially for the girls who have a host of things to decide on; the dress, the shoes, the jewelry, and the look. While it is important to choose a dress that is gorgeous, it is also important to be true to your style statement and your aesthetic sensibilities. Try to choose a dress that enhances your personal statement of style and complements your body type. It is important that you accentuate your best features. While it is important to maintain your individuality, it is also essential that you dress according to the latest styles. We give you a lowdown on the top trends of 2012.

Dress Trends for Prom

While choosing prom dresses many girls tend to make the mistake of choosing those dresses that follow the latest trends as they are seen on the ramp. In fact your aim should be to create your own look while taking some of the main concepts used in these dresses. But it is still important for you to remain abreast of the latest trends. After all these styles will be replicated in the dresses that you decide to don to the prom.

Every year there are some specific styles of evening gowns and party dresses that become the flavor of the season. In 2012 too, there are some patterns for dresses that score above the others. If you are trying to decide on a dress for the prom, then it is important that you take a look at the trends of the hour. Given below are six of the most popular trends for prom dresses this year.

Column Gown


If you are looking for an elegant option for your prom that showcases how much you have grown up, then this straight cut, body-fitting dress may be the dress for you. The pattern is simple yet alluring and will do complete justice to you.

Cutout Dress


A pattern that is picking up in a huge manner is that of the cutout dress. This dress may seem a little risque and is best suited for girls who are slim and petite. With a dress like this, it is possible that you may seem a little older than you actually are.

Mullet Dress


This is one of the most popular trends for prom dresses in 2012. This dress is fashioned in such a manner that the front half of skirt of the dress is short and the back half is long. This dress can trace its silhouette to dresses worn by Tango dancers. It is an extremely popular fashion for young girls attending their prom.

Slit Dress


This is a pattern for evening gowns that has been around for several decades now. The trend this year is such that the slit has become higher than normal. It may be a great idea to have the skirt of the dress made of a flowing fabric.

Mermaid Gown


This is more or a less a classic style for wedding gowns but it is becoming extremely popular as a prom dress pattern as well. Try and pick out a gown in brighter colors. Again this is a silhouette that one needs to be careful with as it tends to emphasize the lower half of the body. Opt to wear a strapless version of the gown for a movie star appearance.

Sequinned Gown


For someone who loves the attention, this shimmering, shiny dress may be the gown that they have always wanted. A full length gown studded with sequins or made of a shiny fabric that glimmers as you move is all the rage. Not only is this gown a ramp scorcher but it is sure to make for an excellent dress for the prom.

These are just some of the main looks and dresses that you can try out. Without the right accessories though, these dresses can fall flat so try to team your dresses with the right jewelry. Carry a clutch for all the tiny things that you will definitely need to carry with you. The trend of prom dresses for 2012 is something that is open to interpretation so every dress can be styled to match your sense of fashion.