Prom is fast approaching, so if you haven't gotten your dress or tux yet, drop by to see these and many more styles.
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Bliss Prom 2013
Prom is fast approaching, so if you haven't gotten your dress or tux yet, drop by to see these and many more styles.
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Top 10 Trends for Prom 2013 (Part 2)
...Continued from Sunday's post, here are the top five trends for Prom 2013.
5. Brights
Unlike previous years, during which pastels or blacks and whites dominated the scene, this year is punctuated by a veritable rainbow of colors to choose from for prom. The most important thing to remember when choosing a color is your skin undertones. If you have a warm skin tone stick to dresses that are also warm. If your skin has a cooler undertone, opt for like colors. Unsure about your skin tone? When choosing jewelry do you tend to go for gold or silver? If you answered gold then your skin most likely has warm undertones. If you answered silver, you are cool-skinned.
4. Coral Makeup
This gorgeous golden pink gives skin a fresh-faced glow unlike any other shade of blush. It can be easily worn on cheeks, lips or lids and looks natural enough that it can be worn no matter what color your dress is. Just be sure to keep the overall look cohesive. If you're wearing a sophisticated, Audrey-Hepburn-inspired dress it is best to go with a winged liner and a red lip. If, however, you are wearing anything that could be described as youthful, sweet, romantic or summery, coral makeup will be perfect and effortless.
3. Metallics
Golds, Silvers, Bronzes and Chromes are in no short supply this prom season. And the good news is that anyone can pull them off in the right shades. Metallic dresses have a wow factor usually reserved for the masterpieces of Greek and Roman sculptors and the resulting look can only be described as bombshell-esque.
2. High-Low Hems
Named for it's hemline that dips low in the back and rises in the front showing off long legs, the high-low hem is a show-stopping style that is shown to it's best advantage when the wearer is walking or dancing. The wind created by the movement lifts the skirt and gives a dramatic flare to the dress. High-low dresses are great for the lady who wants the elegance of a floor-length skirt without sacrificing the opportunity to show off gorgeous gams or sparkly shoes.
1. Chiffon
Perhaps more than any of the above-mentioned style elements, chiffon is heavily featured this year for Prom. It's a versatile fabric that can either cling to the body, creating a sexy silhouette, or skim the figure, flowing out and around the feet and lending the wearer a romantic, almost ethereal look. It can be a striking contrast to pair this sweet, soft fabric with the bold and daring features already discussed.
What trends have you noticed this year? Did we miss any? What trends are you dying to try? Which ones will you pass on? Leave a comment below.
Check back for photos from our prom photo shoot with Tyson Ritter next week.
5. Brights
Unlike previous years, during which pastels or blacks and whites dominated the scene, this year is punctuated by a veritable rainbow of colors to choose from for prom. The most important thing to remember when choosing a color is your skin undertones. If you have a warm skin tone stick to dresses that are also warm. If your skin has a cooler undertone, opt for like colors. Unsure about your skin tone? When choosing jewelry do you tend to go for gold or silver? If you answered gold then your skin most likely has warm undertones. If you answered silver, you are cool-skinned.
4. Coral Makeup
This gorgeous golden pink gives skin a fresh-faced glow unlike any other shade of blush. It can be easily worn on cheeks, lips or lids and looks natural enough that it can be worn no matter what color your dress is. Just be sure to keep the overall look cohesive. If you're wearing a sophisticated, Audrey-Hepburn-inspired dress it is best to go with a winged liner and a red lip. If, however, you are wearing anything that could be described as youthful, sweet, romantic or summery, coral makeup will be perfect and effortless.
3. Metallics
Golds, Silvers, Bronzes and Chromes are in no short supply this prom season. And the good news is that anyone can pull them off in the right shades. Metallic dresses have a wow factor usually reserved for the masterpieces of Greek and Roman sculptors and the resulting look can only be described as bombshell-esque.
2. High-Low Hems
Named for it's hemline that dips low in the back and rises in the front showing off long legs, the high-low hem is a show-stopping style that is shown to it's best advantage when the wearer is walking or dancing. The wind created by the movement lifts the skirt and gives a dramatic flare to the dress. High-low dresses are great for the lady who wants the elegance of a floor-length skirt without sacrificing the opportunity to show off gorgeous gams or sparkly shoes.
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| Photo by Tyson Ritter |
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| Photo by Tyson Ritter |
1. Chiffon
Perhaps more than any of the above-mentioned style elements, chiffon is heavily featured this year for Prom. It's a versatile fabric that can either cling to the body, creating a sexy silhouette, or skim the figure, flowing out and around the feet and lending the wearer a romantic, almost ethereal look. It can be a striking contrast to pair this sweet, soft fabric with the bold and daring features already discussed.
What trends have you noticed this year? Did we miss any? What trends are you dying to try? Which ones will you pass on? Leave a comment below.
Check back for photos from our prom photo shoot with Tyson Ritter next week.
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Top 10 Trends for Prom 2013 (part 1)
It's prom season again and we here at Bliss Bridal couldn't be more excited. Designers are taking full advantage of the season and we're seeing an influx of daring design elements. Bright colors, dramatic hemlines, plunging necklines and, most of all, SPARKLES are dominating the prom landscape. In reflection of the optimism and determination of this generation, the following is a list of 2013's hottest fashion trends for prom.
10. Solids
Classic and smooth, a solid dress says the wearer is decisive and powerful. She is in control of her destiny and she knows who she is and what she wants. The monochromatism works to elongate and slim, creating a statuesque and imposing silhouette.
9. Sequins/Beading
To a certain extent, all that glitters will never go out of style, but this year, more than ever, sequins and crystal beading are stealing the show. Each serves to create a different look but both demand attention. Not for the faint of heart, sparkly dresses catch the light and ensure that all eyes are drawn to the wearer. Sequined dresses have an almost liquid element to them and hug curves so that the light hits each one, accentuating and celebrating each one. Beading tends to be used more sparingly and can create flattering lines depending on the pattern. Be sure to try on every dress, because a beaded pattern that looks great on one person, might not work on another, and vice versa.
8. Cutouts
As mentioned earlier, nothing about this prom season is timid or safe and nothing illustrates that point better than cutout dresses. Strategic parts of the gown are left open to show off a tiny waist and lend a dramatic flare to the overall look. This look is particularly good on athletic body types who want to add the illusion of dangerous curves.
7. Backless
The mother of cutout dresses, backless gowns are unequivocally sophisticated and drop-dead sexy. A bare back can turn an otherwise simple and classic look into a fabulously daring ensemble. It is one bold look that will not fade no matter the trends.
6. Statement Jewelry
With all the take-no-prisoners attitude and brave style choices of the age, delicate jewelry would be completely overpowered. Women with something to say require bold dresses and bold dresses require statement jewelry. A solid dress is perfectly paired with big chunky jewelry. Just make sure the dress and the accessories are not competing or it will have a diminishing effect and cause the wearer to disappear rather than stand out.
Check back next week for the top five trends for Prom 2013!
Classic and smooth, a solid dress says the wearer is decisive and powerful. She is in control of her destiny and she knows who she is and what she wants. The monochromatism works to elongate and slim, creating a statuesque and imposing silhouette.
9. Sequins/Beading
To a certain extent, all that glitters will never go out of style, but this year, more than ever, sequins and crystal beading are stealing the show. Each serves to create a different look but both demand attention. Not for the faint of heart, sparkly dresses catch the light and ensure that all eyes are drawn to the wearer. Sequined dresses have an almost liquid element to them and hug curves so that the light hits each one, accentuating and celebrating each one. Beading tends to be used more sparingly and can create flattering lines depending on the pattern. Be sure to try on every dress, because a beaded pattern that looks great on one person, might not work on another, and vice versa.
As mentioned earlier, nothing about this prom season is timid or safe and nothing illustrates that point better than cutout dresses. Strategic parts of the gown are left open to show off a tiny waist and lend a dramatic flare to the overall look. This look is particularly good on athletic body types who want to add the illusion of dangerous curves.
The mother of cutout dresses, backless gowns are unequivocally sophisticated and drop-dead sexy. A bare back can turn an otherwise simple and classic look into a fabulously daring ensemble. It is one bold look that will not fade no matter the trends.
With all the take-no-prisoners attitude and brave style choices of the age, delicate jewelry would be completely overpowered. Women with something to say require bold dresses and bold dresses require statement jewelry. A solid dress is perfectly paired with big chunky jewelry. Just make sure the dress and the accessories are not competing or it will have a diminishing effect and cause the wearer to disappear rather than stand out.
Check back next week for the top five trends for Prom 2013!
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