Ditch the idea of wearing a long gown and opt for a short, fun dress instead! Don’t fret, a shorter style doesn’t necessarily mean your dress is less formal. Depending on your height and body type you may even find that this silhouette is much more flattering for prom night. Whether you love a full skirt or a standout sheath we’ve rounded up a bunch of items in every price range that are sure to stand out.

Short Prom Dresses 2013:

When you decide to wear a shorter dress you’ll see that there’s a lot more you can do with your look. Glitzy embellishments and statement patterns are totally appropriate to spice-up the ensemble. It also means you can have some fun picking out fancy footwear! From strappy sandals to sparkling pumps or a classic peep-toe, you don’t have to worry about your shoes getting buried beneath your hemline.

If you’re bored of the basic strapless neckline don’t fret. A look with long sleeves, halter dresses and one-shoulder options prove to be great alternatives that are sure to standout in a sea of strapless gowns.

If you’re still searching for the perfect frock simply browse our favorite picks above — who knows, your dream dress could be waiting for you! And always remember, regardless of what you decide to wear on your big night you should be sure to select something that you will feel comfortable in — as long as you feel confident you’re sure to shine!

Courtney Dunn

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From feathers to sequins and everything in between, there’s nothing we haven’t seen at prom these days. With all the variety it’s almost easier to stand out in a classic, floor length gown — but that’s not to say the traditional style has to be boring! If you’re looking to go the long route, there are a ton of fierce gowns to fit the look you’re going for. Simply browse our favorite picks right here if you want to get ready for a great night.

Long Prom Dresses:

Strapless gowns are a classic choice for your memorable event. A column gown, like the Carlos Miele ‘Citrus Kiss Gown,’ looks flattering on all body types and is comfortable to move around in when you’re ready to hit the dance floor. Though it’s not a form=fitting style, the flowing cut creates an elegant appeal that you won’t regret went you look back at pics!

A sequin Alice + Olivia gown presents a simple cut but creates a timeless look. The cap sleeves are a youthful contrast to the statement gown. It’s a frock that will hug your curves without looking too tight — what a perfect fit!

If you’re going with a floor-length dress you might be better off staying away from patterns that will appear too busy. Simple could prove to be better! Vibrant reds and deep blues are definitely in right now, and the color is just enough to make a statement without being covered in a busy print from head-to-toe.

While you may worry about losing the shape of your prom-ready bod beneath a long gown, keep in mind there are tricks to show off your physique without having to go shorter! An empire waist, like the ‘Long V-Neck Halter Gown’ by White by Vera Wang, is a simple solution that can draw attention to all the right places.

Going long does not mean you have to settle for a silhouette that’s out of style! There are tons of fiery dresses with full feather skirts, mermaid silhouettes and the ever popular, cool, cutout backs. It’s a night you’ll never want to forget, so you might as well go all out!

What style are you loving for prom?

Courtney Dunn

Aimee Teegarden, Danielle Campbell, Debby Ryan and Amber Lancaster looked stunning at the ‘Prom’ premiere in LA on April 21. Will you wear their natural-glam beauty look to your prom?

It looks like pink lips are the best pick for prom this year! Debby,17, and Danielle, 16, went for matte lips for a more natural look — perfect for these teenage girls! Aimee, 21, and Amber, 30, decided to punch in some gloss for a bit of extra sparkle on their big night!

Smokey-eyes and bronzer complete the look on these gorgeous girls! When going for this look, remember to focus on corners. The darkest eyeshadow colors go at the outer corners of the eyes. Likewise, your bronzer should frame your face so dust your cheeks and the edge of your hairline to get a natural glow.

We can’t leave home without fake lashes! Have your friend help you put this on so they go on straight! Also, keep some glue in your purse in case they start peeling off throughout the night! Also hold on to your gloss and some powder for touch-ups!

Whatever your age, you can definitely pull off this natural-glam look for a fabulous night out with the girls or that big special night!

Which Prom princess had the best beauty look? Tell us!

–Amanda Chen

Aimee Teegarden looked amazing at the ‘Prom’ premiere! Would you wear her look to your prom?

Aimee Teegarden, 21, glowed at the premiere of Walt Disney Pictures’ Prom on April 21 in LA. Shimmering in bronze makeup and just a hint of bright pink, she looked perfect for walking both the red carpet — and prom night!

Why this works: Aimee is beautiful and doesn’t need a lot of makeup to look glamorous. She wore a neutral smokey-eye and bronzer so that the the focus was on her bright pink lips!

1. Put on a liquid foundation all over your face.

2. Dust on some bronzer on your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin.

3. Apply a light-brown eyeshadow on your brow bones, then blend in a taupe-brown eyeshadow on your eyelids.

4. Add a dark brown eyeshadow at your eye crease and blend.

5. Draw a thick line on your eyelids and bring it upwards toward the corner for a catty smokey-eye.

6. Swipe on mascara on your top and bottom lashes.

7. Using a lip brush, apply a shiny pink lipstick to seal the look!

Get her look with these awesome products below!

–Amanda Chen

Sephora Collection Beauty In A Box Smoky Eyes Palette, $36	Benefit Boxed Powders Collection in Hoola, $28	L’Oreal Voluminous Million Lashes Mascara in Black, $8.95
Bobbi Brown Metallic Lip Color in Calypso Glaze, $22	CoverGirl Liquiline Blast Eyeliner, $8.79	Smashbox High Definition Healthy FX Foundation SPF 15, $38

Prom is definitely going to be a night to remember for one fan-favorite couple. Find out who it is & tell us what you think!

By now, you’ve probably heard that one of West Bev’s finest will be walking down the aisle by the end of 90210‘s third season. You probably also know who that person is, and who they’re getting hitched to. What you don’t know, however, is exactly how the big proposal will go down — and that’s where HollywoodLife.com comes in…

OK, it’s spoiler time:

Ivy (Gillian Zinser) and Raj (Manish Dayal) are indeed the matrimony-bound couple, as leaked reports have already revealed, but they don’t necessarily make this decision in the most traditional way. In fact, it all begins with Raj proposing a threesome with a waitress at prom — and we went straight to Gillian to clear up the many online rumors:

“[The threesome] is Raj’s way of trying to not get too close to Ivy,” Gillian tells us exclusively. “He’s trying to protect her from becoming so attached to someone who’s going to ultimately leave her. Ivy’s obviously less than thrilled … and that’s her moment to come forward and tell him how she really feels. It’s her first real true love, and their relationship is riddled with this looming expiration date.”

And it sounds like Ivy’s big confession triggers a love-fest of epic proportions:

“Raj ends up really understanding that this is the girl who wants to be with him through the good, the bad and the ugly,” Gillian says. “His proposal to spend the rest of his life, which has its own meaning, comes in. So it’s not a traditional proposal, down on one knee. It’s more like: These are two kids know they won’t be together for long, so why not spend as much time together as possible?”

So what can we expect from the actual wedding? Gillian remains wisely tight-lipped on Ivy and Raj’s nuptials, but she did promise that viewers will be amazed at how so many elements of a traditional Indian wedding are incorporated into the ceremony.

“It was the most spectacular set we’ve ever filmed,” she tells us. “It was just so beautiful. Everyone did a fabulous job with it. Everybody wanted to ride that damn elephant, poor guy.”

From separate sections in department stores to websites that specialize in the subject, these days girls have so many options when it comes to shopping for a prom dress. When I was a senior in high school, (back in 2003), there were very few choices. Most girls went to specialized boutiques that normally catered to bridesmaids, while others opted for a Jessica McClintock or Cache dress from the mall.

After talking about prom in the HollywoodLife.com office, I started looking at dress options — and I couldn’t believe how much was out there! From designer collaborations (like Christian Siriano‘s collection for Spiegel) to trendy brands and stores (like Lipsy and Forever 21) you can easily find a stylish, cool dress without having to splurge or worrying about how it will look on prom night. Check out our picks above!

Katrina Mitzeliotis

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