It’s that time of year – Prom.  You find yourself very excited about this event that you've waited for, but now you are faced with a problem, what are you going to wear?  There are countless styles of prom dresses that are available both for your purchase online, and in stores.  You won’t want to wait until the last minute to do your prom dress shopping, that way you won’t have to worry about not finding anything you like.  If you are not a personal fan of dresses, the idea of a classic princess prom dress may not appeal to you.  That’s no problem, there are many short prom dresses available that are just as lovely, but not so frilly.

Short prom dresses are those that can be as long as just below the knee, and as short as 5-6 inches above the knee, any dress that is shorter than this isn’t really considered “prom” material.  Because short prom dresses are not about the flowing flounces, one of the most important aspects to a short prom dress are its sleeves.  Strapless prom dresses are always elegant looking, and they look fantastic with gloves.  Spaghetti straps are also an elegant touch, and so is the one strap look.  Some short prom dresses have beaded straps, it is all a matter or your own personal taste and style.

Solid black is always a popular color when it comes to short prom dresses, because it is often a complimenting sharp color.  Of course, it is not the only color, and again the color you will choose and the design will be of your own personal decision.

If you choose to wear a short prom dress, the second most important feature to your outfit, will be your shoes.  With a long prom dress, feet are often covered, but a short prom dress is all about showing off your legs, and therefore, your feet.  Sandal strap heeled shoes are often the popular choice, because they allow you to shoe off your flashy painted toe nails and often make your foot quite attractive.  A closed shoe is just as nice and dressy, but it is the more formal and classic approach to prom foot-wear.  Experiment with both types of shoes, and decide which one you enjoy better. 

Short prom dresses are the modern approach that has become increasingly more popular over the years.  Besides being more modern, the chances of you wearing your prom dress again, if it is short, is much higher than if you purchase one that is long and princess-like. 

Another great aspect about the short prom dress is that you might be interested in adding your own design.  You could simply purchase a plain short dress, and obtain your own materials and create your own look.  The possibilities are truly endless; all you need is a little bit of imagination, and creativity.  Discover all of the short prom dresses that you can choose from online, in stores and in magazines, and look great on your prom night.