Accessable Accessories for Prom

Now that Prom is one month away, hopefully you have the "date", the "driver", the "dinner", and the "dress", squared away! Now let's turn our attention to accessories, and next week, we'll look at hair and make-up to complement our attire and style.


Generally the saying "less is more" holds true for Prom. The rule is as follows: If your dress is plain add bling, if your dress has bling, remember you are not a Christmas tree. Take your cue from Jennifer Anniston and Jennifer Garner. Generally, if the dress is plain add silver jewels for cool colors, and gold for warm. Otherwise, match the beading or embroidery on the fabric of your gown, and add silver or gold accordingly. In some instances, jet jewelry can be very sophisticated with black, or black & white combinations. Generally necklaces have fallen by the wayside in the last year or so, with most stars opting for fancy earrings and perhaps a bracelet or two.


Remember your handbag and shoe count as "bling" as well. The rule here is the shoe should match the beading on your dress: gold with gold, silver with silver. If your dress is plain, follow the jewelry rule, everything has to co-ordinate. If perhaps your gown is two-tone in color, say black & white, then match the hem. Speaking of hems, when shortening your gown, always bring the shoe you are going to wear to the seamstress, so the length will be correct. Remember to wear fancier shoes with assymetrical hems, and slit skirt gowns, as the shoes will be seen. Ankle strap shoes with rhinestone trim are best here. Pumps, & slingbacks, work well with more sophisticated gowns, and strappy sandals are perfect for sexier fare. T-straps happen to be hot right now.

The handbag should match your shoe, and/or jewelry, or have fun and match the color of your gown if it is lime, or red, or orange for instance. Handbags need to be functional, but not too large, a pouch or envelope will suffice. If it has a hidden strap, all the better when you are carrying drinks, or taking photos.

Next time we'll talk hair and make-up, so if you haven't already made your salon appointments call now, and remember that mani/pedi as well. For more accessory ideas visit shopfashionqueen.com