Formal Evening Gown Styles

Friday, October 09, 2015


Hi everyone!
How do you decide in buying a formal evening gown? Or do you buy or just rent it?
Formal evening gowns are usually worn in formal gatherings like prom, homecoming, weddings, and 'black tie attire' occasions. Events which doesn't really happen regularly in our life. Well, unless you're a celebrity, politician, or a socialite where formal occasions happen almost every week though. However, for someone like me which formal wear occasions rarely happens, deciding on what to wear is really tricky. Here are some great tips I have learned so far...
  • Investing in a formal gown can be a good thing to do though so when cases that you are invited on short notice you will have something to wear immediately.
  • You just have to make sure that you buy a formal evening gown that can be worn more than once.
  • You can pick a solid-colored and simple design gown because they're simpler to mix and match. So it will not look that you're wearing the same gown as the previous.
  • Come to think of it after wearing it, you can even have it rented. ^_^
  • Take note also that evening gowns are available in many designs such as halter, backless, strapless, and many more, so make sure you know the shape of your body to know what gown styles will flatter your body figure.

Formal evening gowns that never go out of style:

One-shoulder - this detail seems to be steamier in some periods than others but it's still a timeless choice.
Halter - another classic neckline cut that will flatter all body shapes.
Strapless/bustier neckline - the heart-shaped.
Spaghetti straps - wide shoulders and top-heavy should avoid thin straps as they can look like two fragile threads on your wide/full figure.
V-neckline - a very flattering and sexy neckline that flatter all shapes.

The photos above are grabbed from JV Dresses where you can find affordable long dresses.
Have a great weekend!

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43 comments

  1. PR Daily PHOctober 9, 2015 at 4:50 PM

    I like the first one. So pretty!

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  2. VicirageOctober 10, 2015 at 1:02 AM

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  3. JalisaOctober 10, 2015 at 2:04 AM

    Such beautiful gowns, thanks for sharing! I personally love the first three styles, they're so beautiful!

    I hope you have an amazing day and start to your weekend, beauty!

    XO,

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  4. A Very Sweet BlogOctober 10, 2015 at 2:09 AM

    I like the first black one! It's sharp!
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  5. Straight A StyleOctober 10, 2015 at 3:16 AM

    Pretty dresses! Thanks for your kind words on my blog today.

    Amy Ann
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  6. carolina agOctober 10, 2015 at 4:09 AM

    great post! check my blog :) have a nice day
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  7. UnknownOctober 10, 2015 at 4:57 AM

    Gorgeous <3
    -Adi xxo
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  8. theglamandglitterOctober 10, 2015 at 5:13 AM

    wow they're amazing! I would love to wear the pink one! so chic :)

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  9. Paola LauretanoOctober 10, 2015 at 5:22 AM

    Amazing dresses!!!
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  10. Ivana Džidić SplitOctober 10, 2015 at 5:28 AM

    That first one really stole my heart....such a beautiful pink dress!!!!!!

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  11. StyleByDebOctober 10, 2015 at 9:08 AM

    All of them are gorgeous outfits! I fell for the one with a halter neck, it's so beautiful!
    xx

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  12. May ChoOctober 10, 2015 at 9:46 AM

    I love formal dresses, and these picks are great. :)

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  13. pinkqueenOctober 10, 2015 at 11:00 AM

    Fabulous dress! Love this look!

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  14. UnknownOctober 10, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    These gowns are beautiful. First one is my favorite.
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  15. TRANGSCORNEROctober 10, 2015 at 11:39 AM

    Love these gown styles!! Looks amazing!!
    Hugs,
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  16. UnknownOctober 10, 2015 at 9:28 PM

    I'm so glad I found your blog! Those dresses are absolutely beautiful!
    -Margaret
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  17. Demi MistOctober 10, 2015 at 9:37 PM

    I love all of them!!!

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  18. UnknownOctober 11, 2015 at 12:30 AM

    Loving all your gown picks .. they all are fab

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  19. AnettOctober 11, 2015 at 12:43 AM

    Great selection! That first gown is amazing!

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  20. YuliaOctober 11, 2015 at 2:41 AM

    Love each dress:) It is so true beautiful gowns never go out of style. To be honest, I don't have one, because I don't have any special occasions to attend, but I would love to get one some day for sure:)

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  21. cremeOctober 11, 2015 at 10:37 AM

    These gowns are beautiful! :)
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  22. AnonymousOctober 11, 2015 at 1:02 PM

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  23. Aly In WanderlandOctober 11, 2015 at 6:32 PM

    I like the black gown.
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  24. JJOctober 11, 2015 at 6:49 PM

    So chic!
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  25. The Bandwagon ChicOctober 11, 2015 at 9:40 PM

    So pretty dresses.
    I love the black one

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  26. nuriaOctober 12, 2015 at 12:10 AM

    Wow They are all so gorgeous!! x
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  27. LenyaOctober 12, 2015 at 2:20 AM

    Stunning dresses. Happy Sunday, girl.
    xox
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  28. ElaBellaWorldOctober 12, 2015 at 3:09 AM

    These are so pretty! I like the black ones!

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  29. AbbyOctober 12, 2015 at 10:13 AM

    I love long dresses, period. They look so classy and they make a person look taller! These picks are just so gorgeous!

    xoxo,
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  30. UnknownOctober 12, 2015 at 4:26 PM

    Cool!

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  31. What Would V WearOctober 12, 2015 at 11:29 PM

    Oh, I love these evening gowns! So gorgeous!
    Sending you much love, and have a fabulous Monday!
    xoxo, Vanessa
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  32. UnknownOctober 12, 2015 at 11:33 PM

    Gorgeous gowns! Great post!

    Tanya
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  33. Christina LauOctober 13, 2015 at 12:25 AM

    Beautiful selections! This makes me miss shopping for my prom dress years ago, haha. I love the halter piece you showed here :)

    Best,
    Christina

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  34. UnknownOctober 13, 2015 at 12:28 AM

    BEAUTIFUL GOWNS!!! HAPPY MONDAY!!!
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  35. Dressed With SoulOctober 13, 2015 at 1:02 AM

    You picked beautiful dresses!
    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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  36. crafty-zoneOctober 13, 2015 at 3:30 AM

    I love the gows which you chose, they're amazing!

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  37. JOURNAL OF STYLEOctober 13, 2015 at 5:00 AM

    How incredible are those beautiful dresses! I can totally imagine Kristina Bazan wearing one of them. ;)
    Lovely post, Venus!

    xoxo Ira
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  38. Carolina G. TicalaOctober 13, 2015 at 5:08 AM

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  39. LyddieGalOctober 13, 2015 at 10:35 AM

    Stunning gowns, I love the nude chiffon gown!
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  40. purvaOctober 13, 2015 at 3:10 PM

    I loved the dresses and the tips...Thanks for sharing :*

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  41. awhiteOctober 13, 2015 at 11:10 PM

    Gorgeous gowns!

    -Ashley
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  42. JeanneOctober 14, 2015 at 4:16 AM

    Thanks for your support and comments Venus! :)XOXO
    Jeanne
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  43. Not My Circus BlogOctober 19, 2015 at 11:32 PM

    Gorgeous picks! XX
    Hannah
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