Fall is just around the corner, and with fall comes the annual search for the perfect homecoming dress. This is an exciting time for your teen, and you want to help her create memories of high school that will last forever. Homecoming is one of those times that can seem almost magical. It often starts with a bon fire or pep rally the night before, lots of energy in the hallways which is followed by a football game, a parade, and the crowning of the Homecoming queen. Your daughter does not have to be the queen to attend the dance in style. Help her find the homecoming dress that looks beautiful on her.
Long Or Short
The first decision to make is whether to purchase a long homecoming dress or a short one. Short dresses are no longer deemed casual compared to their longer counterparts, and each option has a wide range of advantages. Long dresses may feel old fashioned, but there are lots of attractive choices in a variety of colors, and the long lines can make a young lady appear slim and elegant. On the other hand, if your daughter has long, pretty legs to show off and if she wants the freedom to dance and move about, she may prefer a homecoming dress that is shorter; this length will fall anywhere above the knee.
Bright Colors Or Soft Pastels
The color of your daughter’s homecoming dress will depend entirely on her tastes, but you may want to prompt her according to her complexion as well. Bright, loud colors can be beautiful, but they can make certain complexions look very pale or even take on a yellowish shade. Pastels, on the other hand, are soft and feminine, but a pastel homecoming dress can make some girls look washed out.
Ruffled Or Plain
Ruffles are very popular right now. They adorn skirts, shoulder straps, and bustles. Homecoming dresses with large, elegant ruffles can make you look absolutely divine on the dance floor. They are also ideal for camouflaging perceived body flaws, like a thick waste or heavy thighs. On the other hand, a plain, straight homecoming dress that clings in just the right places can look glamorous and will turn heads all night long. This style works best on slender body types.
The Neckline
The temptation for many young women is to reach for strapless dresses or dresses with sweetheart necklines and spaghetti straps. There is more to consider than just what homecoming dress looks best on the hanger. A young lady with broad shoulders may look awkward in a strapless homecoming dress because her neck and clavicle area will be wide and a strapless dress will accentuate this. On the other hand, a petite girl will possibly look overwhelmed in a homecoming dress with a high, busy neckline.
Modesty
A huge topic when it comes to the homecoming dress quest is modesty. Dresses are shorter and necklines are lower than ever before. Before purchasing your daughter’s homecoming dress, make sure that you are comfortable with it and be aware of the dress code for the school. You should also point out to your daughter that as she chooses her homecoming dress, she must also be comfortable in it in order to look her best for her big night.
Resources:
Chose The Right Homecoming Dress
Formal Dresses 4 You