Lilac Dresses for Summer Prom and Wedding Party

 It's almost time for the prom dresses 2024 to come out and students to pick out a perfect tie as school prom season is approaching.

 Year 11 students will be busy studying for their GCSEs examinations and many will be getting ready to wave goodbye to the school hallways they have walked through every day for years. From shirt signing to year book messages, there's plenty of traditions that schools carry out.

But one of the most exciting parts about finishing the Year 11 school year is going to prom. Typically held in June and July, and including fancy dresses and limousines, it is such a special night for students. But one thing that many fret about is what to wear. Move over LBD, it's all about the little lilac dress this season.

 Lilac dresses are everywhere for summer. We're seeing lilac lead the way across occasion dresses, prom dresses, and pretty daytime floral pieces, so it's definitely the colour to look out for. It is having a moment in 2024, and following the Barbiecore pink trend that was everywhere last summer, the purple shade is set to be the colour of the season.

 The pastel hue will inject some colour into your warm-weather looks while still looking seriously elegant, and whether it's a pale lilac or a lavender shade you're after, the versatile colour will work with so many pieces in your wardrobe. From lilac short cocktail dresses for the brunch date in your diary to purple bridesmaid dresses for the big day, then how I chose the best lilac dresses?

 Occasion: from lilac bridesmaid dresses to relaxed midis to throw on with sandals, select the dress according to the occasion;

Price: Set budegt first, fashion doesn't need to break the bank;

Trusted brands or website: shopping prom dresses online from trusted webiste or lilac dress from  branded local stores;

 How to style a lilac dress?

Get inspirations from celebrities wearing lilac dresses on the Red Carpet.

Lilac's soft pastel hues pair perfectly with golds, nudes, whites and pale pinks, so if you're shopping for a lilac prom dress, those are the colours to consider when it comes to your heels and accessories. For daytime wear, a lilac dress would look effortlessly stylish paired with a raffia bag and espadrille sandals for a stunning holiday ensemble.

 I've picked out the stylish lilac dresses that are worth adding to your shopping list this summer.

Lilac Applique Corset Mermaid Prom Dresses

Lilac Applique Corset Mermaid Prom Dresses features a sweetheart neckline, sleeveless, and a flattering see-through bodice, complete with a contrasting full skirt with gorgeous figure-hugging detailing. I recommend styling the dress with cream or white heels for a stylish daywear look, a matching clutch, and delicate gold jewellery. 

Lavender One Shoulder Embellished Prom Dress

One-shoulder gown is stunning. Flaring out at the hem for a feminine silhouette, this maxi dress with asymmetric neckline has delicate rhinestones bodice and cut out back, with a layered skirt that beautifully adds dimension. The matching nude strappy sandals would be better. 

Purple Strapless A-line Long Chiffon Bridesmaid Dress

Lilac bridesmaid dresses are a popular choice every summer, and this gorgeous lilac dress is no exception.

The free custom made lilab bridesmaid dress has a crinkled bodice and flattering smocking, that's perfect for pairing with white sandals. 

It is flattering in all the right places with its chiffon design, waist-cinching lace belt. The maxi cut falls down to floor, while the strappy tie up back and lace hemline to enhance the silhouette, adds extra ruching for a vintage-style finish. 

Lilac Chiffon Tiered Cocktail Dress

If you're searching for a mini lilac dress, look no further than this lilac chiffon cocktail dress. Perfect for summer occasions.

It features an eye-catching sweetheart layer, with spaghetti straps to create a romantic effect. The tiered knee length skirt will help to elongate the leg when paired with heels, and I'd finish the look with silver drop earrings. 

Halter Lilac Lace Backless Prom Dress

Happyprom's lilac maxi dress is the ultimate prom night number with its halterneck and open back.

It has a relaxed fit that skims in the figure, wear it with heeled sandals and statement gold jewellery to round off the ultra-glam look. 

Orchid Chiffon Pleated Halter Long Bridesmaid Dresses

Happyprom is the home of non-standard sized occasion dresses, and this fit-and-flare lilac bridesmaid dress will flatter all body shapes. The timeless A-line silhouette is complemented by the pleats detailing and halter neckline for a modern twist that will look gorgeous paired with strappy heels.

 

Strapless Ruched Bowknot Trumpet Dress

The slinky style is ideal for holiday evenings and dinner's out, and it would look stunning teamed with gold heels and a matching clutch bag.

 

Flowy Lilac Brides Maid Dress with Sash Belt

If you're on the lookout for a breezy summer dress to throw on summer, this strapless maxi is ticking all the boxes. The fit and flare skirt looks so comfortable for wearing all day, while the sash belt detailing adds dimension.

What Prom Dresses You Can Wear Long After the Prom?

 Do you ever think about what to do with your prom dress after prom? Will your dreamy gown end up tucked away in a corner in your wardrobe, or will you wear it again after the prom?

Well, pay attention to versatile prom dresses, your gorgeous prom dress can serve you well beyond the prom night.

Embroidery Tulle Short Graduation Dress

What is versatile prom dresses? How to choose Versatile prom dresses?

There are two prom dresses options: those only for prom party that you won't wear anywhere else, and versatile prom dresses that have a life beyone prom night.

Consider the following when choosing a versatile prom dress:

Generally speaking, long chiffon prom dress that reminiscent of Disney princess often end up as one-night outfits.

But with a bit of creativity, they can be reused again for summery romantic occasions.

Focus on maxi and mini style dresses in silhouette A-line, straight, fitted, etc. 

Also, embrace prints and unconventional fabrics. Delicate floral prints effortlessly blend into both formal and everyday looks.

Happyprom's special occasion dresses collection combines elegance and versatility, allowing you to wear your prom dresses 2024 again.

spaghetti strap long black prom dresses 2024

Where Can I Wear My Prom Dress Again?

Here are a few ideas on where to wear a prom graduation dress:

Wedding Parties of Friends and Relatives:

It depends on the dress code of weddings. Most of time your prom dress can seamlessly fit it, and complementing the celebratory atmosphere. 

For example, the most popular stylish choice of A-silhouette prom dresses work wonders for bridesmaids' attire for a classic wedding with a formal touch.

Feel free to play around with the top while ensuring the skirt is snug around the hips and gracefully flares out at the bottom, creating an elegant "A" shape. Perfect for those special occasions! Just be mindful of avoiding overly extravagant ball gowns and white attire.

Fancy Versatile Prom Dresses for Carnivals or Masquerade Balls:

Events like carnivals or masquerade parties in nightclubs provide an opportunity for creative and bold fashion choices.

The atmosphere of Carnival party is always happy and cheerful, it requires bright and lively attires. Colorful clothes add to the festive vibe and guarantee fantastic Carnival photos! 

You can get creative and enhance your versatile graduation dress with unique accessories like masks, wigs, or eye-catching jewelry like big necklaces, or tiaras for an extraordinary look.

Beauty Pageants:

Your versatile prom gown can be a stylish and elegant choice for participating in a beauty pageant. Whether it's a local, city, or regional competition, your dress can make a statement onstage.

Remember, fashion is about expressing yourself, so feel free to experiment and have fun with your formal attire beyond the graduation ceremony!

Satin Bodycon Prom Dresses with Slit 

Halloween Celebration:

The eve of All Saints' Day is always filled with lively parties in creative costumes. Express your imagination and creativity by turning your ball gown prom dress into unique outfits like the "black bride," "enchanted princess," or a medieval vampire companion.

Sequins or Glitter Prom Dresses for New Year's Celebration:

As they say, how you meet the New Year is how you'll spend it! Let your mood and confidence soar on this magical night in your dazzling versatile dress for prom. 

Superb examples of sequined New Year's dresses include models embellished with silver and golden threads, striking mini dresses emphasizing the neckline or back, with straps, or featuring unique sleeves.

Glittering dresses come in various styles, reflecting the radiance of gold and silver, creating an incredibly luxurious and festive look.

Dinner at a Restaurant:

While red-carpet moments may not be a regular part of modern life, beautiful restaurants and theatrical premieres remain. 

Although today's democracy allows for attending an evening performance in jeans, wearing an evening dress will make you feel like a true lady — luxurious and refined.

Gorgeous Party Hairstyles to Try for 2024 Prom

 Already get your show-stopping prom dresses 2024 that will steal the spotlight at your 2024 prom party, you need perfect hairstyles to finish your total prom look. And your quest ends here.

Same as prom dresses, the golden rule for any successful party hairstyle is confidence. So, choose a style that reflects your personality and makes you feel amazing.

Prepare to be dazzle with plethora of glamorous and playful options that will elevate your party look to new heights. For example, the timeless sophistication classic updo, the intricate allure braided masterpiece, the effortless charm beachy waves, the chic simplicity statement ponytail, or the allure bold color transformation, these hairstyles are sure to turn heads.

Bubble Ponytail

Start off by brushing the hair back into a smooth ponytail, then clip in hair extensions for length and thickness. Add small elastics two inches apart from each other, then pull apart the hair to get the bubble braid effect. Lastly, stick on some jeweled embellishments for a sparkly finish.

bubble ponytail and strapless prom dresses

'S' Wave

To achieve this glamorous party look, use a quarter-inch curling iron to create large, defined curls.

url the hair in the same direction all the way through, then brush it out with a boar bristle brush. Set and style with hairspray.

S wave and halter prom dresses

French Pearl Braids

Rita Ora's French braid is a stunning fusion of classic elegance and contemporary flair. 

To recreate this style, section your hair from front to back down the middle, braid in two French braids. The intricate braids add dimension and sophistication to your hairstyle.

Use a little pomade to tame edges and add accessories, the delicate Braided Rhinestone headpieces elevate the look to a whole new level of glamor.

Mohawk Braid

For this braided mohawk, starting by gathering each side and smoothing the hair, then creating a braided section down the middle of the head.

Slick the hair at the sides back with a boar bristle brush and use a strong hairspray to put it into a ponytail. Whatever hair is left unbraided, braid together and flip upwards and pin to desired style.

Mohawk Braid And sequined bodycon prom dress

Side Braid

Blow out the front section of your hair with a half-inch round brush to achieve the swoop. Gather the hair to one side and do a two-strand twist braid or fishtail braid. Add a clear elastic to the bottom to secure.

Side Braid and black V-neck slit prom dresses

Slick Back Bun

Style your hair into a slick bun, leaving a few bang strands loose. Use a leaving conditioner or hair mousse to get that extra slick look

Slick Back Bun and sweetheart column prom dress

Layered Blowout

Use a half-inch round brush to blow out the hair. Start by applying a heat-protectant spray to shield your hair from damage. Then use a round brush and a blow-dryer to smooth out your hair with a focus on creating volume at the roots and movement throughout the lengths. As you blow dry, wrap sections of your hair around the brush and pull downwards to achieve sleekness and bounce. Once your hair is dry, use a wide-tooth comb to gently loosen the layers and create texture. Finish with a lightweight hair oil or serum to add shine and tame any flyaways.

Layered Blowout and Strappy fitted prom dress

Bouncy Curtain Bangs

To get this bouncy, smooth blowout, use volumizing mousse and velcro rollers to add volume.

Bouncy Curtain Bangs with off the shoulder blue dress

Edgy Pixie for Short Hair

If you have short hair or want to try something bold and unconventional, consider rocking an edgy pixie cut.

To create this look, take a half-inch curling iron and curl the hair in different directions, from front to back

Use a texture spray and a pomade to shape the hair into the desired look, and finish by placing your hair accessory.

Edgy Pixie for short hair with simple tiara

Ring Bun

This style is a polished look with a little drama. To achieve the dramatic shape

Use a flexible hair foam rod to wrap your hair around, then roll it into your desired style. Finish with a shine spray.

Ring Bun with sequined one shoulder prom dress

Bow Bun

Use a deep conditioner with coconut oil to moisten the hair and add shine.

For the bow, part the hair in the middle, making two high ponytails and wrap them into a bow.

Bow Bun with cute pink prom gowns

Effortless Updo

This timeless classic is perfect for formal events and adds an instant touch of elegance. Whether it's a sleek bun or a chic chignon, an updo will showcase your facial features.

To create effortless updo, start off by parting the hair in the middle with a few carefully teased-out face-framing tendrils.

Twist and pile your hair onto the top of the head to create a chic bun, leaving some loose strands for a messy finish.

Effortless Updo with V-neck prom dresses

Messy Ponytail Braid

To create Taylor Swift's side braid and messy ponytail, begin by parting your hair to the side. Gather a small section of hair near the part and start braiding it loosely towards the back of your head. Secure the braid with a small elastic band. Next, gather the rest of your hair into a low ponytail, leaving some strands loose for a messy look. Combine the ponytail with the braided section, securing them together with another elastic band. Gently tug on the braid and some strands of the ponytail to create a relaxed, effortless finish.

Messy Ponytail Braid with white prom dress

Flicked Bob

Hailey Bieber's stylish bob is perfect for adding movement and flair to any party look. 

To achieve the flick-out bob, begin by blow-drying your hair using a round brush. Once the hair is dry, using a flat iron to curl the ends of the hair outward, starting from the mid-lengths to the ends. Work in small sections for precision, and ensure each flick is uniform for a polished look. Finish with a light-hold hairspray to set the style in place and tame any flyaways.

Flicked Bob with sheer black prom dress

Reasons to Shop for Prom Dresses Online

 Following the advancement of e-commerce, online businesses has ushered in a new era of shopping.

Customers enjoy a whole unique different buying experience. Shopping takes only a few mouse clicks, and the order arrives at the customer's home in a matter of days.

Benefits of shop prom dresses 2024 online:

CONVENIENCE

When shopping online, all you must do is sit in front of your computer and navigate from one to another. 

Shopping prom dresses online at sites like Happyprom allows you to shop for prom dresses with free custom made service. You have a more extensive selection of prom dress options from which You can choose to get the perfect one in right style, right color.

You can browse at different stores throughout the country or search the internet from anywhere in the world, you are not restricted to your local stores anymore.

Furthermore, the wise consumer would appreciate the ease of buying online while saving gas for another use.

To buy: Floral Peach Princess Prom Gowns with Bowknot

IT'S EASY TO COMPARE PRICES, YOU GET BETTER DEALS

Most online stores also provide discounts and rebates.

And there are variety of online retailers at the same time, so when buying prom dresses online, you have the option of comparing costs on numerous sites and choosing the appropriate shopping gateway, you can not only discover a superb selection of dresses but also receive excellent bargains and affordable rates. 

To buy: Yellow Corset Prom Dresses

SHOPPING WITHOUT BEING INFLUENCED

When shopping online, there is no salespeople attempting to sway your purchase decisions.

Online shopping provides unbiased and intrusive-free experience. Each product clearly shown on the computer screen, along with product descriptions and pricing.

You will also avoid being enticed into purchasing extra things by posters, sales messaging and displays if you are buying online. 

To buy: Appliqued Pastel Pink Prom Dresses

You can shop safely with a bit of caution. Shopping from reputable website like Happyprom. 

To buy: Retro Green Lace Prom Dresses with Straps

The benefits and convenience of internet purchasing exceed the disadvantages. So, besides prom dress, the next time you want to buy anything, look it up first on the internet.

Red Hair Prom Look Inspirations from Milan Fashion Week

 

Check these red celebrities and models who rocked  red carpets and runways.

Milan Fashion Week for spring and summer 2024 just wrapped, and besides the stunning looks on the runway, there were also some killer looks on the red carpet.

A few redhead celebs were seen amazing at the shows, and many of them were photographed at the CNMI Sustainable Fashion Awards. Let’s take a look, and get inspirations for your 2024 prom dresses look.

 

Actress Jessica Chastain

She was spotted at the CNMI Awards in two pieces, rhinestoned white backless top and black pants, a cranberry purse. Her second look was a style fresh off the Gucci runway for the Gucci fashion show. She rocked a chic, classic all-black look.

TO BUY: Black and White Formal Prom Dress / Black Rhinestone Cocktail Prom Dress

 

Actress Julianne Moore

She also attended the CNMI Awards with her autumn-best, a stunning burnt orange number by Bottega Veneta. She also attended the Bottega Veneta show in a casual yet elegant yellow blazer and jean fall outfit.

TO BUY: Appliqued Strappy Prom Gown KSP563 / Yellow Straight Cut Prom Dress KSP639

 

Hari Nef

Who is recognized from the Barbie movie! She showed on the CNMI carpet in a see-through gown by Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini. She also attend the Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini fashion show and captured some street style in a recent Instagram post. As a student, we can’t and shouldn’t wear totally see-through dress to school’s prom. Instead, waist or neck illusion is better.

TO BUY: See-through Long Slit Tulle Prom Dresses

Actress, model Larsen Thompson

Larsen Thompson rocked the CNMI red carpet in a pink dress by Giorgio Armani. DailyMail described her look as“Model Larsen Thompson bares striking resemblance to Sadie Sink.”

She also attended the Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini show in a power pant suit.

TO BUY: Bowknot Short Pink Prom Dress KSP123 / Dark Blue Mermaid Prom Dress KSP623

 

Internet Personality + Famous TikToker Meredith Duxbury

She was in attendance where she wore a hooded YSL gown that showed a little midriff.

She also walked the GCDS runway in a light yellow dress.

TO BUY: Black Cutout Long Black Prom Dress KSP541 / Yellow Prom Dresses KSP630

 

Many of the shows also featured redhead models. Take a peek:

Ermando Scervino, Aniye Records, and Missoni, Versace, Sunnei, and Diesel.

Conclusion:

Red hair girls, consider black, black and white, yellow, burnt orange, yellow, pink, green, dark blue these colors are your best color choice for prom dresses 2024, they will flatter your redhead. When it comes to the style details, we recommend see-details, backless and cutouts.

Dos and Don’ts of Shopping 2024 Prom Dresses Online

 Buying a 2024 prom dress online, there are definitely some dos and don’ts that you should keep in mind.

The things you should do:

Do Some Research

Research the style, color of your dress, and the website you are going to place order to make sure you get the right dress from a reputable site.

This is probably the most important thing to do when buying a prom dresses online.

TO BUY: Yellow Prom Gown with Strappy Back

Do know your own size measurements:

The size measurement includes: Bust, Waist, Hips; sometimes measurement of arm is needed for long sleeve prom dresses. This way will make sure you order the right size.

Most sites have size charts that you can reference, any questions or concerns, be sure to consult that before placing your order.

Do be aware of the return policy:

Be sure to read the site’s return policy before buy anything online.

That way, if the dress doesn’t fit or you don’t like it for any reason, you can return it without any problems.

With these steps, you should have no problem finding the perfect dress for your big night.

The biggest don’ts when buying a prom dress online:

Don’t wait until the last minute:

If you have your heart set on a particular style or designer, the closer you get to the big day, the greater the chances that the model you want will be sold out.

Start your search early to ensure you have the best chance of finding your dream gown.

TO BUY: Hot Pink Applique Bustier Mermaid Prom Dresses

Don’t buy from scams sites: 

There are plenty of reputable places to buy prom dresses online.

If you’re not familiar with a site, do some research before you make a purchase. Look for reviews from other customers and make sure the site is secure and trustable.

Don’t ignore the shipping fee:

Many sites offer free or discounted shipping if you spend a certain amount, so it’s worth checking out the shipping options before you make your purchase.

Don’t forget to read the return policy: 

Some sites may have different return policies for different items, make sure you understand the site’s return policy make sure you understand the site’s return policy. 

Finally, don’t forget to ask around! Your friends and family may know of some great places to find deals on prom dresses. Once you’ve got a few options, it’s time to start shopping! 

Conclusion

Make sure that the site you are buying from is reputable. Prom dresses can be quite expensive, compare the prices of similar models on different sites before making your final decision.

Then take a look at the reviews, see what other customers have said about the fit, quality, and overall look of the dress.

We hope that our tips will help you find the perfect dress for your special night without any drama. Just remember to do your research, be patient, and don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Happy shopping!