cheap satin + GLITTER + low cut back + no shape or draping + $$$ =
It's simple and looks... well, it looks alright. However, through the magic equation there can be many variations of this dress: short, long, conservative, slutty, expensive, cheap, plain, over the top, ect. A version of this dress can cover all ends of the spectrum. However, its not that great. For instance, if you don't have a flat stomach the straight satin over that area is not going to do you any favors whatsoever. If any of you are in high school, or a recent graduate I'm sure you've seen this dress, not once, but many, many times at every formal dance you have ever been to ever.
This year, I am protesting the magic equation because it is not the only type of dress out there. Hell, you can get a very inexpensive dress at DEB that 1) does not look cheap, 2) does not fit into the magic equation and 3) is much more interesting and creative than a simple satin dress (like the one above).
It's simple and looks... well, it looks alright. However, through the magic equation there can be many variations of this dress: short, long, conservative, slutty, expensive, cheap, plain, over the top, ect. A version of this dress can cover all ends of the spectrum. However, its not that great. For instance, if you don't have a flat stomach the straight satin over that area is not going to do you any favors whatsoever. If any of you are in high school, or a recent graduate I'm sure you've seen this dress, not once, but many, many times at every formal dance you have ever been to ever.This year, I am protesting the magic equation because it is not the only type of dress out there. Hell, you can get a very inexpensive dress at DEB that 1) does not look cheap, 2) does not fit into the magic equation and 3) is much more interesting and creative than a simple satin dress (like the one above).
So let's get a bit more creative:
Draping, bias cut, flowy, chic.
Interesting geometric detail on bodice, unusual straps, lovely colors, and despite geometrics, is very graceful.
The overall shape is very simplistic, however the circular details give it a lot of personality.
Draping, bias cut, flowy, chic.
The overall shape is very simplistic, however the circular details give it a lot of personality.Another idea would be to buy a dress and embellish it yourself. Try sites like ThreadBanger or check out a local fabric store for embellishment ideas/patterns. If you're into vintage, take a journey to a local vintage boutique. 50's and 60's prom dresses can be a world of fun.
In the attempt to avoid all of this I will be making my own.
Happy dress hunting dearies,
Sarah
In the attempt to avoid all of this I will be making my own.
Happy dress hunting dearies,
Sarah
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