Prom Princess

Spotlight Fashion Item: Sparkling Headbands

2010-01-25T12:58:00.006-05:00

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*~Sparkling Headbands for Prom!~*

You get up in the morning, late for school again.

Rushing through breakfast and with no time left to do anything with your hair, you pull it back in a loose ponytail and stick a colorful plastic headband on top for the finishing touch.

You may not know it but the humble headband you wear to school has been a fashion icon since the time of the Greek and Roman empires! The headband has undergone a lot of changes down through the centuries but has never gone out of style, as you can see from these pictures~~

Greek and Roman headbands

Gorgeous Greek-inspired, laurel leaf headband

Beatrice d'Este by Ambrogio de Predis, 1490.

1920's flapper with cloth headband.

This band has classic 1950's style (left). Singer Taylor Swift's 'Hippie' headband (right) has a 1960's vibe.

Sparkle and Shine

Need some beautiful bling? Then take a look at these rhinestone covered bands!

Elegant and chic double scallop edge headband (left)
and double band in silver with rhinestone accents (right).

A neutral, white cloth headband like this would be the perfect accent to any color prom dress. The adorable flower and leaf details make it just fancy enough for prom.

Clockwise from top left:

Fringed flower band in purple---midnight blue butterfly

hairband---Multi-colored bands in bright

shades of tangerine, lime, and deep

turquoise---metallic flower headband.

Actress Keira Knightley sports a chic beaded headband.

Actress Emma Roberts shows off a bit
of sparkle with this thin rhinestone hairband.

Don't be afraid to try a bridal headband or hairpiece---many of them have lots of sparkle, flower accents, or pretty beadwork!

Princess Pick of the Day!

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Lovely silk flowers and berries rest on the vintage lace leaves covering this ivory headband. This would look beautiful as an accent to a cream, orange, or even a yellow prom gown!

Handmade Summertime Flowers and Berries Headband, $24.00 on etsy.com

Seller: BeSomethingNew

**You're gonna look gorgeous!**

---Prom Princess

Pretty in Prints: Zebra Stripes

2010-01-06T17:42:00.005-05:00

   What's black and white and cute all over? A stylish zebra-print prom dress, of course!

   Prints are cropping up everywhere this season, from safari-inspired animal prints (think leopard spots or zebra stripes) to playful polka dots, exotic tropical flowers or more subdued pastel blooms---you'll even find abstract prints that are both edgy and modern.

    Let's start by looking at part one of the animal prints series, 'Zebra Stripes'. If you want to walk on the wild side, check out these dresses for some inspiration:

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Want it short? Check out these styles:

Short and sweet, this halter style zebra print is both fun & funky for prom

All of these zebra prints make me think of today's...

Princess Pick of the Day!

My Princess Pick of the Day is this snazzy, sparkly, and oh-so-stripey zebra clutch. You know you'll need a purse for prom, so why not pick this fun sequined one?

$19.99 plus shipping---look on undergroundstation.com under black/white zebra clutch

Pretty in Prints: Leopard Spots

2010-01-06T17:40:00.005-05:00

Now that you've seen some gorgeous zebra-patterned dresses on the last post, let's go ahead and take a peek at some feline-inspired prints:

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...Spots......

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Leopard print fabric can be both striking and beautiful with certain dress styles (see picture above), but it can also look disastrously tacky if the dress is made cheaply or with too much of a 'costume' theme in mind.

Here are some examples of poorly designed leopard dresses and outfits to steer clear of:

Celebrity Kim Kardashian showed off this hideous, one-sleeved velvet dress (above).

This gown would have been much prettier if she had scrapped the large shoulder pad (and sleeve) plus added an inch or two to the dress length.

The mixture of leopard print/one shoulder design/sleeves (photo on left) on this dress is an unattractive combo that would never survive in the wild.

The colorful dress on the right looks straight from the '80's, complete with neon color splashes and a too-short hemline.

Now that you know what NOT to wear, let's look at what you can wear to look lovely in leopard print!

You can also mix up the leopard look by picking a dress that pops with a bright color!

There are several new prom gowns featuring cheetah prints, which are patterns that have smaller spots than the leopard prints.

Some examples of the cheetah look:

You're gonna look gorgeous!

~Prom Princess

Spotlight Fashion Item: Gotta Get a Garter!

2009-11-28T11:36:00.003-05:00

   A lot of new trends are focusing on cute, flirty accessories that coordinate with your prom gown and make it that much more special. One of the hottest items out right now is the garter (fyi, a garter is a stretchy, lacey leg band that is usually worn by brides), and garters aren't just for brides anymore!

   Prom garters are popping up at dances everywhere this year and are quickly becoming as popular as wearing jewelry or a sky-high pair of four inch heels.
   Garters typically come in a rainbow of colors to match your dress and also come in standard black, brown, and white.

Most garters usually have a little bow with a charm or jewel in the center, but here's an idea to make your prom garter stand out even more: Use hot glue to attach a tiny charm (check your local craft store in the beading aisle) on top of the bow in the garter's center.

   If you're handy with a needle and thread, miniature charms have a loop at the top where you can sew them to the garter ribbon. If you're an animal lover, you could sew on a tiny chick or dolphin charm. Do you play a musical instrument or have a creative hobby? Look for a miniature violin charm or a gold painter's palette to show off your artistic side.
   Love 'Twilight'? Sew on a small, sterling silver book and mini apple charm.

Another great idea would be to attach a charm featuring your school logo or the year of your prom.

With a little creativity you can make your garter a one-of-a-kind memento that will still sparkle long after the prom is over!

You're gonna look gorgeous!

~Prom Princess

Gemstone Dresses: Celebrities in Amethyst & Short Cuts

2009-11-25T17:42:00.003-05:00

Jennifer Hudson

Many of today's celebrities are arriving on the red carpet in satin gowns that shine in rich shades of plum, violet, and amethyst.

Host of TV's 'America's Next Top Model', Tyra Banks

Actress Keira Knightley shows off two different purple-hued gowns.

Taylor Swift looks 'fearlessly' beautiful

in this soft, fluttery, and oh-so-feminine dress with a sweetheart neckline.

*Short Cuts: A Few Flirty, Short Dresses in Amethyst*

If you love purple but don't want a sweeping, evening style gown, these dresses may give you some inspiration...

If you're wearing a short & sweet dress that has a simple design to it, jazz it up by adding a more elaborate necklace or earrings.

Click here for a makeup tutorial of purple 'smokey eyes' to match your dress!

You're gonna look gorgeous!

~~Prom Princess

Gemstone Dresses: Amethyst Evening Gowns & Accessories

2009-11-24T17:59:00.080-05:00

Jewel-toned gowns are the hot item this year in prom wear! Because so many designers have started to create dresses with rich gemstone-like colors, you have a large selection to choose from that will make you look both fabulous and classy.

In this post, I'll share photos and information

about amethyst gowns and some style suggestions for accessories.

The great thing about amethyst is that it flatters almost any skin tone or hair color---whether you're a blonde, brunette, or even a red-head.
Amethyst is considered a 'cool' color but it has a slight rosy hue to it that gives your skin warmth and keeps you from looking washed-out.

For red-heads, any shade of purple (with the exception of lavender) goes well with auburn hair and paler skin tones.

   For blondes, rosy-hued shades of purple or violet will bring out the golden undertones in your hair and skin.

For brunettes or those with dark skin tones, plum and grape are two colors that look absolutely stunning, as do any blue-toned purples.

*Here's a quick fashion tidbit*: The color purple symbolizes royalty, wealth, and nobility, perfect for the gal who likes to feel elegant and upper class!

Smooth silhouettes: Amethyst colored gowns in satin.

Halter-style ballgown in rich amethyst

Now for accessories! Black, white, brown, or bronze all complement an amethyst or purple gown beautifully.

If you want to wear a color that 'pops' against purple, try mustard yellow or gold. Earrings or necklaces can deliver a punch of color which would otherwise be overwhelming in a larger amount.

Colors you should absolutely avoid with purple gowns:

Dove grey (which can make your dress look dull) or red (color clash!)

Depending on the shade of your dress, both silver and gold jewelry can look good with amethyst.

Princess Pick of the Day!

My Princess Pick of the Day is this gorgeous (and inexpensive!), handmade resin heart pendant on Etsy.com!

$18 plus shipping---look in Zombuki's shop under 'Broken Purple Heart - Trashion Resin Pendant Necklace'

You're gonna look gorgeous!
~Prom Princess

Prom Princess: Our Debut!

2009-11-24T16:10:00.004-05:00

Illustration by Kinoko Y. Kraft, from 'Cinderella'

  Hello lovely readers!
  This is the debut of Prom Princess, a fashion blog by Regiss Prom that celebrates the fun and glamour of prepping for your prom, military ball, cotillion, or even quinceanera!

   If you're excited to begin your quest for the perfect dress, cutest accessories, or newest trends (but you need a little bit of inspiration and just a dash of sparkle) Prom Princess is here to be your 'Princess Guide'.

   The limo has arrived, your date awaits...Now is your time to shine. Think of this blog like a fairy godmother, ready to help you transform into a princess just in time for the ball!