Is a Short Strapless Prom Dress for You?

When it comes to prom, most people think of long prom dresses. If you feel that that’s just not your style or that you want to stand out then maybe a short strapless prom dress is for you. There are many different styles when it comes to a short strapless prom dress.

Depending on the style you want and body shapes there are a few different choices when it comes to finding that perfect prom dress. There are chic fitted dresses and then there are great vintage style dresses with full skirts. You also need to match your hair to your dress depending on the look you’re going for.

Why Go Shorter?

There are plenty of reasons to pick a strapless short prom dress instead of a floor length one. First of all you get to show off your prom shoes. If you have picked the perfect pair of shoes that you really love then a short dress will let them really shine. Too often your shoes are forgotten when you wear a floor length dress.

Another reason to wear a short strapless prom dress is your height. If you are petite, somewhere around 5’ 3’’ or under then you want to go with a shorter hemline. A long strapless prom dress can make you look shorter, and who wants that? So pick a short strapless prom dress to give you height and show off your legs.

The Skirt

The skirt and silhouette of a short strapless prom dress will vary on the type of skirt or fit of the dress. Petite girls look great in a fitted dress that shows off your body to full advantage. If you have a more athletic or boyish figure and want to add femininity to your silhouette then look for a fuller skirt.

Skirts that are inspired from the 1950’s will give you a girly figure. This is also a great skirt to look for in any short strapless prom dress if you don’t like your hips. Any vintage 1950’s dress style will look great on a girl with curves and an hour glass figure.

Your Hair

If you are going with vintage style formal dresses then look for a classy up do to match your dress style. You also want a hairdo with some height and volume if you have opted for a full skirt. Letting down your hair with this style of dress will look messy and less polished. Fitted dresses will look good with natural curls.