With our prom right around the corner in May, it’s not uncommon to start prom dress shopping in January and early February. Over the past year, prom dress styles have significantly changed. From super over the top dresses to simple gowns. Everybody has their own preference and style. If you’re like me and have no idea what you want to wear for prom this year. These are some of this year’s most popular prom dress trends.

Corsets:
Prom dresses with corset bodices, or corset-like details, such as lacing and boning, are in favor. Corsets and bustiers can be very flattering to a range of body types and add a really delicate, feminine vibe to a prom dress. They also work well with a more modern, streamlined look for your prom night.

Lace:

When it comes to feminine details, the most popular prom dress trend is lace applique. These intricate, decorative designs can be sewn onto prom dresses in strategic places or all over the dress. Expect to see plenty of lace prom dresses this season.

Cut outs:
Cut outs are in. When you can’t decide between a traditional prom dress and a two-piece, you can compromise by choosing a prom dress with cut-outs. Often, dress designers use flesh-colored fabric underneath cutouts to give the illusion of exposed skin, so these designs can work for formal prom dresses, too. And cut-outs aren’t limited to the abs; you can find them around the decolletage and back, too.

Sequins:
Sequins have gotten more sophisticated, and dress designers are using them both as accents and all over, in intricate designs like sunburst patterns on full skirts and ombre-like effects. Expect to see sequin prom dresses all over the dance floor in Spring 2023.

Ruffles:
Ruffles are making a comeback. Ruffled dresses have more of a feminine/princess feel to them. They’re more of a classic look but beautiful all the same. If you want to look like the prettiest princess at prom. Ruffles are certainly your look!

Simplicity:
More and more people are starting to ditch the long trains, sparkles and big bold dresses and trading it in for more simple dresses. Personally, I’m a fan. From simple silk to floral spring-like dresses. Simplicity is in.