CORSET
Bodice with structural boning, and a lace up back, minimizing the need for alterations, for a more perfect fit! Corsets are particularly desirable on bridal, ball gown, grad or debutante dresses as they ensure a custom fit.
COWL
The cowl neckline was first popularized in the 1930s and is recently making a comeback. Cowls have romantic, loose draping at the front neckline or lower back that look great on charmeuse or sexy evening gowns.
ILLUSION
Illusions are sheer, netted fabric that creates a modern illusion of bare skin, while still being secure and supportive. Illusion necklines, sides, and backs are sometimes embroidered, in fact - embellished illusions are gorgeous for long formal evening dresses. IIlusions are a stunning way to keep an otherwise fragile design in line, but still show off a titillating bit of sexiness for your formal evening gownor prom dress. Illusions are particularly desirable on bridal dresses.
JERSEY KNIT
Jersey knit long or short fitted formal dresses have two identities. The first is a plain and simple look with minimal embellishments; the second is a use of extra fabric in the design for draping and ruching effects since jersey is a forgiving material whose weight falls beautifully into pattern. This fabric can handle serious embellishments like overall sequins or chunky beading as the fabric literally goes with the flow of the design elements, thus giving you a fitted, sexy prom dresses look.
LONG PROM DRESS
Long prom dresses are great formal gowns for a variety of formal events: red carpet, wedding guests, pageant dresses, or even semi formals. Check out the party dresses at ALYCE Paris - you can't go wrong with our designer dresses.
METALLIC
If sequin dresses aren’t your vibe, you can opt for subtle metallic or sparkly dress styles. Glitter prom dresses make it easy to stand out from the crowd, and their sparkly shine screams pure diva as you strike a pose on the dance floor. The most popular metallic colors for sparkly prom dresses are blue, purple, silver and gold. Insider tip: ALYCE Paris signature color “Dripping in Diamonds” is the perfect metallic silver prom dress with the right amount of sparkle.
PLUS SIZE
People with plus size frames (AKA curvy bodies) can have a variety of body shapes, too. This is why ALYCE Paris has been making plus size prom dresses from 000 up to size 32 for over fifty years. ALYCE Paris inclusive collection of plus size prom gowns and plus size mother of the bride dress styles are offered in an array of plus sizes to accommodate all people and special occasions - from the red carpet to the dance floor.
LONG AND SHORT PROM DRESSES
Make your red carpet entrance on the most important formal event of the year with the best 2023 long & short prom dresses online! Even if you need a mulligan for Prom 2020, we’ve got you covered no matter the dress code or dress style. For over fifty years, ALYCE Paris offers teen semi formal and grad prom dresses. Short white prom dresses also double for a white graduation dress. Long dresses, short dresses - our perfect prom dress collections make you feel confident AND feel comfortable on the dance floor - for any body type, including plus size prom dresses!
SLIT
Show a little leg with an eye catching high slit, open split or folded-over slit in long dresses or prom gowns. Sexy prom dresses with slits work best on long prom dresses and ball gowns. Any body type that is comfortable with a showing can wear formal dresses with heart-stopping high slits - especially a red dress with slit.
STRAIGHT/SHEATH
The straight/sheath (or column) silhouette gracefully skims to show off your body’s natural shape. A person with a thicker waist and wider hips will love this silhouette as it hides these flaws very comfortably. An ALYCE Paris formal straight/sheath evening dress style’s straight lines lengthen—and lend an effortless and modern air.
WEDDING GUEST
What to wear to a wedding is beholden to the wedding dress code and the Bride. Picking out dresses to wear to attend a wedding requires some thoughtful effort especially when seeking out winter or fall wedding guest dresses. Get wedding guest dress ideas from our dress collections so you look your best when you use that wedding day hashtag in your Instagram posts. If it’s black tie or black tie-optional, long evening dresses for wedding guests are a smart choice for formal attire.