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What To Expect When Wearing a Long Prom Dress

What To Expect When Wearing a Long Prom Dress
Prom is a major fashion milestone for many. Everyone wants to look and feel their best on prom night. Even though there’s a lot of anticipation, you can also have many nerves because you’re unsure of what to expect.

Understanding the expectations can help you remain calm. If you’re going to wear a long dress to prom, here are a few things you can expect.

The Shoes Matter

What shoes you wear to prom matters when you wear a long prom dress. They can make or break the look. The gown could drag on the ground all night if you don’t alter it properly. Then, you risk people stepping on the dress, ripping it, or causing you to trip and fall. Nobody wants the embarrassing memory of tumbling in front of everyone during prom.

Wear heels to combat the length if you don’t have time for alterations. But make sure you break the shoes in before the big night to make them more comfortable.

Elegant and Formal Look

Long dresses look more elegant and formal than short dresses. Prom is the most formal dance during high school, and you won’t have to worry about not fulfilling the requirements. Opt for a long prom dress if you’re looking for an elegant appearance.

It’s most likely the first time you’ll wear a jaw-dropping dress. It’s OK to use the occasion as an excuse to “be extra.”

More Style Varieties

You’ll have a wider variety of dress styles to choose from when you wear a long prom dress. Short dresses don’t have the length to provide the variety that long gowns can. Here are a few styles:

  • Ballgown: If you want to feel like a princess, pick a ballgown-style dress with a full skirt.
  • Mermaid: A form-fitting dress with a dramatic skirt that flares at or below the knees.
  • A-Line: This traditional style fits many body types. It’s a fitted bodice with a gradually widening skirt. It creates a flattering silhouette that many people adore.
  • Fit and flare: If you want a dress with a fitted top and a flared skirt, gravitate toward the fit and flare dress.

Now you understand what to expect when you wear a long gown to prom. If you’re ready to begin the search for prom dresses, turn to Effie’s Boutique. Our selection of Jovani prom dresses will astound you. Happy prom dress shopping!

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