Short prom dresses look flirty, cute and entertaining. It was actually in the 1960’s that short prom dresses came into vogue, as women became more independent and modern. The most famous short prom dresses worn by young women are the black prom dress, pink prom dress appearing like a baby doll, the ballerina, flounce salsa prom dress and the sexy tangled prom dress.
Many young girls today like to emulate the vintage classic short prom dresses of the sixties. The short prom dress is customarily made up of satin along with lace and ruffles tied on them. They really look very elegant. The strapless prom dresses with fringes, beads, feathers and bows provide an exclusive appearance to the short prom dress.
Short prom dresses usually go down about five to six inches below the knee or alternately can be few inches above the knee. They can have sleeves, be sleeveless or even strapless. Strapless prom dresses give a very stylish appearance and they are fascinating when worn with the gloves. Often the dress is embellished with beads or pearls to give it a formal look. |
An original 1960's vintage party dress is great for a prom party. Fabrics used are usually gauzy satiny materials lending a sensuous look. Bodices are generally simple in fitting, sleeves may be embellished and the skirt falls straight down for a slim look.
Information about short prom dresses is available in special magazines like Your Prom, Prom Magazine and Seventeen. There are several online stores that provide a wide range of short prom dresses that can not only be ordered but also designed online. Online stores are a great way to shop since they have various options that may not be there at the local stores. |
