Have you got around to considering your prom dress for 2011?

It may still seem a little way off, but this year's spring and summer fashions have already been announced, and here we will take a quick look at some of the trends you can expect to see.

Most of you will want a dress which really looks like a "traditional" prom dress, but no matter how subtle the influences may be, you can expect this year's fashion trends to show their face either in this style or cut of the dresses or perhaps more so in the way that you accessorize.

Here are three of spring and summer 2011 is top fashion trends, and perhaps things you may want to bear in mind when shopping for your prom dress.

1970's fashion given a 2011 makeover.

They say that everything that goes around comes around, and it's that time of 70s fashion again. Whether it be the chic "Carnaby Street" style and look or the more sophisticated maxi look, both the style and the colouring of dresses may well affect a more 70s feel this year.
The reinterpretation of 1970s chic will polarise colours either as earthenware and the Bohemian, or at the other extreme as bright and loud. It may not be the year for subtle tones of your favourite primary colours.
Bear in mind though, if a traditional style of dress appeals to you, then that's probably what you should go for. Don't feel that you have to be at the cutting edge of fashion.

Asymmetrical Hems?

Whatever name you want to give it, whether it's a shirt tail hem, tapered hen or even a cutaway hem, the dresses and skirts that are cut longer at the back are making a fashion comeback in Spring of 2011.
If you are wearing a knee length dress to the prom this year, then there are some very chic varients of this hemline available. There are also a few styles that are floor length at the back and a few inches higher at the front for those who are really adventurous.
Perhaps this will may not affect your choice of prom dress itself, but if you plan to accessorize with a jacket to arrive in, then this hemline may be one you want to consider.

Bags and Purses

Where would we be without accessories. The finishing touches to an outfit that can add such a personal stamp?
Well, purses and bags have undergone quite a change in style this year. Strapped bags are back, and are being worn higher up the arm. You may or may not want to carry a bag around with you at your school prom, but if you do, there is a range of short strapped bags and clutches which are designed to hang either from the wrist or off the shoulder at waist level.
Of course, the main purpose of your prom dress is to make you feel as good and confident as possible. So, regardless of what this season's fashions are dictating, remember to choose a dress which suits you and that you feel comfortable in.

Human beings are social creatures. We require encouragement and acknowledgement from the group at every stage of our development. This is particularly true when we approach major milestones in our lives. Rites of passage are ritual events that were designed to recognize and celebrate these transitions. Often associated with religion, few secular rites of passage have survived. Probably the most popular one is the modern prom.

Short for promenade, Americans have been attending formal proms for well over a century. Modeled after debutante balls, the first proms were held at American colleges and universities in the late 19th century. The formal affair was attended by graduating seniors. The men would wear tuxedos and the women would dress in proper white gowns and white gloves.

How did the prom come to high school? Americans have always envied and emulated the rich. As the middle class grew in the States, parents wanted their children to learn how to comport themselves in public. Formal dances were an easy and effective means of instilling social skills and etiquette.

The first high school proms were prim and proper affairs. Kids would dress in their Sunday best, sip tea, and dance to a few slow songs. The war years changed all that. Young people had to grow up faster than ever. As a result, teenagers were afforded more freedom than previous generations. The high school prom soon became an annual class banquet and parents had almost no influence over it.

Where are we now? The prom has somehow retained its place as the most important secular rite of passage. In a country where children grow up way too fast, the prom is often the first formal event that young women and men willingly attend. In this article, we will discuss modern prom dress styles.

As with most formal affairs, the guys have it easy. All they have to do is rent a tuxedo and find a corsage. But the girls actually have to buy a dress, and it must be original. The boys can show up in 300 identical tuxedoes and no one would bat an eye, but if two girls wear the same dress, watch out! Why is it so important?

Even though the guys may deny it, prom is an important, culminating event for all who attend. It is the closest thing we have to a secular rite of passage. As such, it lets kids know that they are entering a new phase of their lives. They are moving from adolescence to adulthood. That is why teenagers pretty much run the show when it comes to prom. They are allowed to pick out their own dresses and suits, rent limos and stay out late.

Girls spend more time, money and energy preparing for prom for one simple reason. Many of them consider it a dry run for their wedding day, mostly because to the dress. You see, formal dresses are not easy to shop for. A suit is a suit, but a formal dress fits every woman differently.

Current Styles

Because it is an annual event and most high school seniors attend, prom dresses are big business in America. Most of the top designers offer their own interpretations and styles change from year to year. One popular trend is the flirty cocktail dress. Based on the classic little black dress, the cocktail dress features a short skirt and a strapless neckline with a zipper back. Young women adore it because it is both sexy and stylish.

Every girl dreams of being the belle of the ball, which is why formal prom gowns will never go out of style. Floor-length gowns make women of any age look mature, dignified and elegant. But because they are young, many high school seniors select a formal gown with a strapless, sweetheart neckline.

The great thing about formal gowns is that they can be worn again. Millions of young women buy prom gowns they only one wear once. But formal gowns can be worn to weddings, cocktail parties and to other special occasions. Just make sure you find a gown in a lightweight material. Formal gown can get awfully hot after an hour or two on your feet, especially during prom season in the summertime. Taffeta is a relatively lightweight, inexpensive material that is commonly found in formal gowns.

As we mentioned earlier, different formal gowns flatter different figures. The Empire-waist dress goes all the way back to Greco-Roman times. It has an incredibly high waist that gathers near or just under the bust. This ancient silhouette works like a sort of optical illusion, as it helps to lengthen the body visually. The Empire-waist gown is popular with shorter girls who have ample busts. They are also a hit with tall, stately women who want to show off their curves.Whatever your shape, finding the right prom dress takes time and patience. But rest assured, the lessons you learn will pay off in the future.

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