If there is one period of life that pushes you several steps forward to a more mature and independent lifestyle, it is definitely your high school graduation prom party. For those of us out there who have already passed the threshold, such kind of prom-party discussion is potent enough to make hearts go nostalgic, while the graduates-to-be are on the verge now to cross that Rubicon definitely having some heebie-jeebies all over. Just in time when the prom party season is in full blast, we are anxious to arm the grad girls with these 10 pretty prom dresses for 2016. Any of them might work like magic to make you the queen of the party, while also having all the characteristics to become your all-time favorite party dress throughout your whole life. Browse through our list of the best 2016 prom dresses we have selected for your prom beauty moments.
1. Needle & Thread Maxi Prom Dress
The prom girls are more often than not after becoming ethereal and celestial creatures on that grand day, which is why it comes as no surprise to see this Needle & Thread powdery pink maxi dress as the most highly coveted prom dress of 2016. The richly sequined bodice with adjustable straps features a crisscross design at the back, while the frothy tulle skirt united with bodice through a grosgrain band is on call to undulate softy to the slightest breeze. Get this confection at ASOS and head to the prom party bearing that cherished Queen Crown in your mind.
2. Crop-Top Two-Piece Prom Dress
It’s crystal clear that the ‘80s and ‘90s are making a grand comeback, thus impregnating the contemporary fashion arena with crop top provocations. Baring just a tiny strip of belly on your prom day will never kill nobody and this lace illusion crop top two piece midi dress with scalloped edges comes as the best option to unleash your inner agent provocateur. The dress is available in serenity and deep purple shades at ASOS.
3. Serenity Blue Skater Midi Dress
Here is another stylish prom dress by Chi Chi London that will fit any body shape and any complexion. This romantic skater midi dress in a sweet blue shade with a v-neckline and a keyhole back design is sure to make you the girl most frequently invited for a dance. Taken away by the idea? Buy it for just $106.00 at ASOS and return home dead on your feet from long-hour dancing.
4. Little Black Lace Prom Dress
The prom dresses for 2016 offered by our favorite detailers are versatile enough to lead you from romantic to flirty to seductively dramatic looks. And here we are in a dangerous zone with this lace skater dress in blackest black. The net underlay will prevent the holes from exposing your body but leaving just a small amount of flesh at your chest to peep out sensually. You can purchase this mini dress at Missguided for just $68.00, match it with contrasting accessories and cut a fine figure at your prom party.
5. Needle & Thread Blush Tulle Prom Dress
To wrap your whole essence with airy and dreamlike atmosphere at your prom ball, Needle & Thread encourages you to get hands on this divine blush pink fit and flare midi dress. The intricately embellished silver bodice makes a beautiful contrast with the rippling tulle skirt while any silver-toned heels will finish off the whole pulchritude in a flesh. Buy the dress at Nordstrom!
6. Chic Navy Blue Maxi Prom Dress
Want the name of the most daring and show-stopping prom dress for 2016? It is definitely this slinky body hugging maxi dress in chic navy blue shimmer that is designed in an elaborate way with many wraparound details and with as many flesh-baring spots as is acceptable to label you the feline of the ball. Buy this maxi troublemaker at Missguided for just $59.50!
7. Plunging Neckline Sleeveless Black Tutu Dress
Whether you are really a popular daredevil girl always on the call to play dirty tricks or else have determined to reveal your badass side for the first time at your prom party, this black tulle tutu dress with a strapless plunging bodice will work the best way in your efforts. This is definitely our favorite style on this list of the best 2016 prom dresses, and we advise you to hurry up to get one for you at Nasty Gal for $88.00!
8. Bow-Detail Midi Prom Dress
Wearing this airy blue dress with a high neck, chances are to arouse many lovey-dovey feelings within your schoolmate boys. Want even more manifestation? It is surely that romantic bow detailed belt cinched around the thin waist. The confection is available at ASOS now.
9. Spaghetti Strap Lace Midi Dress
Boho-chic Coachella gals are second-to-none scenery at this juncture and if you crave for streaming into the prom party venue as a fresh water squirt, it’s beyond doubt to go for this lace midi dress in airy blue with a dainty neckline and body-toned underlay showing only the shadow of legs. And in order to enhance your bohemian beauty even more, it is strongly recommended to leave your hair loose in tousled helter-skelter waves. Get this pretty prom dress at REVOLVE now!
10. Butterfly Print Mini Satin Dress
The last dainty dress standing on our list of the best prom dresses for 2016 is this petite satin fit and flaring dress in nude and with some butterfly prints scattered here and there. The flaring skirt of the dress will bring about some playfulness, while the high neck design is to take you to an elegant level. Oh, and if you secure your hair into a classic effortless bun, that will be some pumpkins! Buy this budget-friendly satin dress at Boohoo for just $52.00!
Photos courtesy of Viva Luxury, Nasty Gal, ASOS
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