Results tagged “dresses” from Tiza Prom Dress and Pageant Blog

Some think of feathers and immediately imagine a gaudy, hot pink boa.

Unless you're heading to an 80's bash, let's smooth out the ruffled rules when it comes to wearing feathers.

First, feathers are extremely versatile. You can wear them in your hair on a clip, adorned on a clutch, or as trim on a dress. Feathers add texture to your dress that makes your gown come alive as you move. With every gust and step you take, feathers will flow with your movement, adding a hinted halo to your presence. Absolutely angelic.

Feathers come in all shapes and sizes, from extravagant peacock to thin, plush ribbons that barely brush your skin. There's no doubt about it. This season, feathers are in.

One large, intricate feather strategically positioned on one strap will add height to your stature, drawing the eye upwards, especially if the dress sweeps the floor. A larger feather at the waist lures the eye toward your trim tummy, which is perfect for gals with a slim figure. Feathers at the bust line can create the illusion of a fuller bust--great for petite ladies.

A dress embellished with elaborate feathers generally doesn't require jewelry. A feather-embroidered gown stands on its own as a work of art.

For summer, feathers fit the hottest flock of gowns to hit the runways. Don't be a chicken. Spread those wings. Add a feather or two to your gown and stay fashion savvy!

So many solids and plenty of prints! How's a girl to choose from a gazillion brilliantly beautiful gowns? Tiza's here with helpful hints on how to choose between a solid or a print.

Your body type plays a lead role in your choice. For fuller figured ladies, a small print, like tiny polka dots, or a solid with a print on your bust or in one area works best. Slimmer girls can get away with big prints that create the illusion of a little more curve.

Consider the event. Is a psychedelic, tie-dye patterned dress too flamboyant for a classy occasion? On the flip side, a summer night outdoor dance party may be perfect for an extravagant fabric full of zigzags and colorful bursts.

A camera can preserve prom memories, but how to preserve that dress? Take these tips from Tiza on how to care for your gown.

Some stains can remain invisible to the naked eye, like beverage spills and body oil. Before storing a dress in the closet, get it dry-cleaned.

When your favorite gown takes a final bow, it automatically reinvents itself as the perfect costume. Reuse that worn and torn garment on Halloween. Grab your scissors and sequins and get creative. Ball gown Barbie, anyone?

- Speaking of holidays, annual festivities tend to bring good tidings of banquets and parties galore. If you plan on a New Year's Eve midnight smooch with a prince, might as well dress the part.

It's time to get your glam on, ladies. So splurge when you get the urge to buy the perfect dress. You deserve it.

Sherri Hill is a distinguished designer of prom and pageant evening wear. Hill's devotion to design is evident in her selection of beautiful fabrics and trimmings combined with innovative combinations of cuts to accentuate the best features of each and every woman.

See the rest of the Sherri Hill prom dress line