Whether you're searching for elegant prom dresses in classic hues like black, navy blue, or red, or you're hoping for cute floral-print prom dresses with timeless strapless or off-the-shoulder necklines, there are gorgeous styles with vintage or Old Hollywood flair that you're sure to love
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This article was originally published on October 5, 2017, and was most recently updated on September 24, 2023, and again on October 18, 2023 and November 21, 2024 Affiliate links are used in this post
Best for: Evening events, cocktail parties, New Years Eve, fashion-forward weddings
The main cost factors are: fabric type (delicate materials like silk charmeuse or chiffon require more skill and time), beadwork and embellishments (which must be preserved or recreated around any seam), number of layers (more layers mean more work at every step), and the complexity of the gown's construction
Black is often a strong choice for formal weddings