--- title: "Try These 17 Pretty Trends for Prom 2016 ..." description: "Pastels; Split-Skirt; High-Low Hemlines; Lace; Vintage Styling; More ..." url: "https://teen.allwomenstalk.com/try-these-pretty-trends-for-prom/" category: "teen" last_updated: "2026-06-24" --- # Try These 17 Pretty Trends for Prom 2016 ... Prom will be here before you know it, and if you haven't chosen your prom dress yet, it's time! Here are a few trends to be aware of while you shop... they're all so gorgeous! ## 1. Pastels ![Pastels](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ab/jh/pj4y0q7c56f9509dc7e10677627411_600x850.jpg) Red is hot right now, but since everyone else will be wearing it, why not opt for a pretty pastel in pink, blue, or green? ## 2. Split-Skirt ![Split-Skirt](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/oz/wl/vq2oljsf56f9509e709bf250326151_600x870.jpg) The split-skirt trend is just gorgeous! I've seen it like this, where both skirts are long, or where the inside skirt is shorter than the outside skirt. ## 3. High-Low Hemlines ![High-Low Hemlines](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/th/ic/eclmlbnb56f9509f14a1b863411476_600x917.jpg) How flirty and fun! High-low hemlines are unique, and they're so cute! ## 4. Lace ![Lace](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/di/mu/o8zpyf5z56f9509fbb21f904376522_600x898.jpg) Lace is making a big comeback in prom dresses this year, but you don't have to wear it all over - the lace crop top could really work! ## 5. Vintage Styling ![Vintage Styling](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/t5/ah/ckpznkms56f950a07ab46134259017_600x813.jpg) Prom dresses this season have definitely been inspired by Downton Abbey, so you might want to consider a vintage-inspired dress. ## 6. Mermaid Dresses ![Mermaid Dresses](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sj/py/y4xyyz3w56f950a16804e800367154_600x900.jpg) Who doesn't want to be a mermaid? The silhouette is so pretty, and if you find one in the right color, it'll complete the look. ## 7. Cut-outs ![Cut-outs](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jn/q7/puhbsnw456f950a25ef72926668340_600x931.jpg) Some dress codes for prom have forbidden cutouts, but if your code is okay with them, you should consider cutouts! They're very unique. ## 8. Off-the-Shoulder ![Off-the-Shoulder](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wz/kb/ekia1kgl56f950a38c323316074533_600x840.jpg) Talk about drama! Any prom dress with an off-the-shoulder top would really make a statement! ## 9. Sheer Skirts ![Sheer Skirts](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/j7/ur/j29qhahr56f950a477300716798856_600x859.jpg) Sheer skirts, either just one layer of sheer at the bottom of the skirt, or multiple sheer layers all over (like this one), are really on trend this prom season! ## 10. Side Slits ![Side Slits](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bh/lo/msxs2ski56f950a584a66662117741_600x852.jpg) Side slit don't have to be too sexy; they can just be fun! They make it easier to dance, which might be why they're making a comeback. ## 11. Crop Tops ![Crop Tops](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ko/lb/njrdknm356f950a69f4b9332259048_600x939.jpg) Crop tops are so on trend everywhere else, of course they're popular for prom, too! ## 12. Florals ![Florals](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jm/an/iri23ty256f950a738ca2140392730_415x600.jpg) Fab, feminine florals are back, and they're so much fun! ## 13. Backless Dresses ![Backless Dresses](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zy/dl/c14y3ck156f950a88fcc6660026342_600x910.jpg) Demure in the front, but showing a little skin in back - that's the allure of backless prom dresses, like this one! ## 14. Sequins ![Sequins](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u5/c6/ilhqc13456f950a95e4b9749032667_600x932.jpg) Sequin are all about sparkle and shine! Find a dress with simple lines and the sequins can turn it from drab to fab! ## 15. Strapless ![Strapless](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/s2/zp/cgkne0jw56f950a9dcc23531962623_600x931.jpg) If you can pull it off, why not try the strapless trend? The right bra will make all the difference, but if you can find one that works, this might be a fun trend to try! ## 16. Gorgeous Embroidery ![Gorgeous Embroidery](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/a2/sg/j9awhjo056f950aa12338077620734_600x831.jpg) This dress combines several 2016 prom trends: the crop top, the sheer panel, and gorgeous boho-inspired embroidery. ## 17. Classic Ballgowns ![Classic Ballgowns](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ge/cg/iad4pcnb56f950aa129b6687551244_600x795.jpg) You can never go wrong with a classic ballgown, especially one with modern updates - like the neckline on this one. ## Related Posts - [10 Best Fall Fashion Trends for Short Girls ...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/best-fall-fashion-trends-for-short-girls/) - [All the Food Trends You'll Find out This Year ...](https://food.allwomenstalk.com/all-the-food-trends-youll-find-out-this-year/) - [Must Try Fall Trends for Fashionistas Who like to ...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/must-try-fall-trends-for-fashionistas-who-like-to-make-a-statement/) - [134 Fashion Pics for All Seasons ...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/fashion-pics-for-all-seasons/) - [10 Newest and Coolest Fashion Trends for Fall 2016...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/newest-and-coolest-fashion-trends-for-fall/) - [Hottest Fashion Trends All Girls Must Try in 2016 ...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/hottest-fashion-trends-all-girls-must-try-in/) - [new trends for dresses](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/dress-trends-you-need-to-look-out-for-this-year/) - [13 Must Have Fashion Essentials You'll Need for Fa...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/must-have-fashion-essentials-youll-need-for-fall/) - [The 7 DENIM TRENDS to TRY THIS SPRING ...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/the-denim-trends-to-try-this-spring/) - [The Absolute Hottest Pieces from Gucci Everyone is...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/the-absolute-hottest-pieces-from-gucci-everyone-is-trending/) - [7 Stylish Hairdos That Are Perfect for Prom ...](https://hair.allwomenstalk.com/stylish-hairdos-that-are-perfect-for-prom/) - [10 Celebrity Spring Trends ...](https://allwomenstalk.com/10-celebrity-spring-trends/) ## Site Information - [Main page](https://allwomenstalk.com) - [Contact us](https://allwomenstalk.com/contact.html) - [HTML article](https://teen.allwomenstalk.com/try-these-pretty-trends-for-prom/)