Gemstone Dresses: Amethyst Evening Gowns & Accessories

   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