Formal Dresses

Choosing formal dresses for special occasions can be a daunting task for many women.  Fashion trends come and go and sometimes it can feel impossible to choose the right dress for right now.  According to most fashion experts, the main thing to remember when selecting formal dresses is to choose a style that fits the shape and personality of the girl or woman.  Fashion trends of the moment can offer great ideas for formal dresses, yet they should never rule the ultimate choice of the right gown for a special event.  Egowns offers a wide selection of formal dresses, Prom & Evening Wear for every type of woman.

Different styles of formal dresses flatter different body types and can detract from figure flaws when chosen carefully.  Long halter style formal dresses bring attention to the bust and shoulders and can detract attention from heavy hips. Avoid using a necklace with these formal dresses or the neckline will be too busy.  A great pair of chandelier earrings and strappy sandals are the perfect complements to these formal dresses.  Egowns has a great selection of shoes and accessories to complement their formal dresses in the accessories department.

Formal dresses with a stand up collar are fantastic for framing the face. The hair should be swept up high on the head in a classic coiffure to complement these types of formal dresses.  Ball gown style formal dresses with a wide, full skirt are classic, elegant choices and hide a too big or too small derriere.  Empire waist formal dresses elongate the body, bring attention to the bust, and detract from a thick waist or heavy hips.  Strapless formal dresses highlight the face and shoulders which is flattering to almost every woman. Sheath formal dresses have the simplest most elegant lines.  These formal dresses come in short and long styles and are best on well proportioned bodies. 

Formal dresses with short bolero style jackets hide heavy arms and are perfect when more coverage is desired.  Keep the fabrics for these formal dresses shiny and luxe, not too stiff or heavy, for a beautiful overall look.  Off the shoulder formal dresses are great for accentuating the neck and shoulders and add width to a narrow upper body.  Add a beautiful necklace to top of the look of these formal dresses.

Color is an important consideration when choosing formal dresses for special occasions.  Pastel colors and flower pattern formal dresses are more appropriate for day time wedding and other special occasions.  Evening events in general require darker or more brilliant color toned formal dresses.  Attention to skin tone is very important in the selection of formal dresses.  Too light a shade of pink can wash out a pale complexion, while richer, deeper, pink formal dresses can create a warm glow.  Basic black formal dresses look good with just about any skin tone.  Formal dresses in a rich, sapphire blue bring out the beauty of blue eyes.  For top heavy figures use two piece formal dresses with a dark color on the top.  For bottom heavy figures select formal dresses with a darker color on the bottom.

Whether the occasion is a black tie reception, a school prom, or an evening wedding, the same rules apply for choosing formal dresses that showcase the best assets of the woman.  Egowns offers several flattering styles of bridesmaids and evening wear selections to suit every taste, shape, and occasion.

Some basic fashion rules apply that relate to the type of occasion and the time of day or year when selecting formal dresses. A black tie or formal event requires men to wear tuxedos and women to wear long formal dresses.  A semi-formal event requires short formal dresses.  After 6pm, black is always the best and safest choice.  However, if the event calls for festive formal attire, bright colored formal dresses with touches of embellishment are a great choice.  For the holiday season, formal dresses in brilliant jewel tones, velvet fabric, sequins, and beads bring a party atmosphere to the event.

When choosing formal dresses for weddings many factors need to be taken into account.  First and foremost, the bride needs to choose formal dresses that flatter her body type and style and most importantly, makes her feel beautiful.  A wide selection of elegant wedding gowns are available from Egowns to bring out the best in every bride.  The choice of formal dresses for the bridesmaids should include a simple cut that will flatter many body types.  For the flower girl, formal dresses are available in Egowns little girls department.  The bride chooses the colors for the bridemaids’ formal dresses and should keep in mind a color that will not look harsh on the girls.

Prom night is often the first occasion that teens attend that requires formal dresses.  The advice from most fashion experts is for the girl to choose from formal dresses that reflect who she is, not some fantasy of herself.  For example, if the young woman’s taste is classic, she should look at simple formal dresses with elegant lines.  Vintage style formal dresses are popular now and styles to meet every shape are available.  If a teen cultivates a retro, bohemian style she should consider formal dresses that reflect an off-beat look. Add a personal touch to formal dresses with accessories that cultivate a personal style, yet never overpower the elegance of the dress. Even more importantly, when she looks back at her prom pictures she should be pleased with how she looked for years to come.