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It’s that time of year again; the leaves are falling, schoolwork is in full swing and the big fall dance is just around the corner. It can be pretty stressful with finding a dress, and a date, and the perfect shoes, and the right hairstyle. Talk about a lot to think about (geesh!), but don’t sweat it! Check out these amazing dresses that’ll have you looking fierce without putting too much stress on your wallet.
 
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    Pretty perfect
    This sleeveless dress is simple but still totally girly. Because this dress doesn’t have a ton of crazy patterns fighting for attention, you can really play around with hair and makeup, not to mention accessories! Go for rockin’ glittery pumps and a pop of color on the lips to really make this dress shine!
     

    Jump Apparel Sweet Swiss Dot Dress, $46, nordstrom.com

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    Print-tastic

    With its vibrant pattern and island veneer, this dress will stand out in any crowd; plus its sweetheart neckline is oh-so flattering! Go a little lighter on the accessories, vote for solid colors on the shoe, and let this dress be the absolute center of attention.

     

    Lei Day Dress, $55, modcloth.com

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    Playful peplum

    This flirty peplum is a rock solid contender for any and all Homecoming festivities. It highlights your curves but doesn’t show too much! Dress it up with some fun accessories and play around with your hair to accentuate the awesome silhouette of this dress.

     

    Solid Peplum Dress, $30, delias.com

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    Ruffle party

    This ruffled one shoulder dress is so adorable that I bet ya can’t wait to try it on! The ruffles catch the eye so there’s no need to go crazy with accessories—the different tiers of fabric are an accessory in themselves!

     

    One Shoulder Short Dress, Party Dress, $50, promgirl.com

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    Easy elegance

    This black strapless dress is effortlessly elegant. The fabric is tiered so you’ll be nothing but comfortable and the sparkling rhinestone detail will have you sparkling better than any necklace!

     

    Strapless Short Black Dress, $59, promgirl.com

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    Lovely in lace

    This adorable scoop neck dress is practically a blank canvas—the possibilities are endless! Besides, who doesn’t love a romantic lace dress?!

     

    Short Sleeveless Scoop Neck Lace Dress, $40, promgirl.com

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    Aztec awesomeness
    Summon your inner tribal girl with this awesome sequined dress. The sequins aren’t too overwhelming and the billowy top will look great on the dance floor! Pair with some spiked jewelry to up the trendy vibe.


    Canyon Dig It White Sequin Dress, $50, lulus.com

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    Heart on your sleeve

    You won’t have to worry about wearing your heart on your sleeve with this dress! The magenta hue is perfect for fall, plus the adorable heart shape cutout lets you ditch the added weight of a statement necklace to maximize fluidity on the dance floor. (Phew!)


    Lovestruck Cutout Magenta Dress, $40, lulus.com

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    Tiered teal

    This gorgeous hi-lo dress is the perfect mix of flirty and elegant. The fitted top will keep the dress from slipping down on the dance floor, and the Tiffany blue bottom will float perfectly around you as you dance the night away!

     

    Black/Teal Mint HiLo Homecoming Dress, $37, windosorstore.com

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    Crimson and coral

    This coral-red one-shouldered chiffon number is perfect with a capital P. Go Hollywood-glam with bouncy waves, a sultry eye and a pouty lip!

     

    One Shoulder Chiffon Dress, $27, wetseal.com
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    Two-timer

    The two-layered dress is perfect for a semi-formal dance. Add jewels and some chunky wedges and you’re on your way to rocking the “I’m not trying too hard, but I still look awesome” vibe. (Not to mention, you’ll be able to wear this fancy frock more than one time. Say goodbye to one-wear-and-done dresses!)

     

    Double Dutch Dress, $24, urbanog.com

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    All that glitters

    This dress has just enough glitter to make you sparkle. Wear your hair up to showcase these amazing sequined shoulders and grab a pair of glittery heels to really make the accents pop.


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    Cold shoulder

    You already know we love everything mint and this dress just screams “wear me!” Its simple one-shoulder silhouette will compliment all body shapes and you can dress it up (or down) depending on the look you wanna go for!


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    Golden girl

    This dress is all of the sparkle without any of the sequin-sticking by-product! Play it up with red accent accessories and a bold lip to look runway ready as you walk into the dance hall.

     

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    Sequin fever

    Talk about cute! This dress will have you wowing you friends all night long. The sequin bodice is to die for and the wispy chiffon bottom balances out the sequins to make it elegant and fun. You’re sure to be the center of the dance floor with this dress.

     

    Champagne Toast Sequin Dress, $48, francescas.com

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No body goes to our homecoming dances

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by ljbdaisy on 9/26/2012 3:55:02 PM

 
 



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Please help me! My homecoming dance is early October, and I have been super excited about finding my perfect dress, doing my hair, my makeup, etc. But I was talking to my friend, K who told me that it's carnival themed, at that no one will probably dress up. At first, I freaked (I had been waiting for this forever!) but then I realized that my farewell dance last year (8th grade graduation dance) had also been carnival themed and we still dressed up super fancy. Do you think that people will dress up? K thinks that everyone will wear their homecoming game shirts (which I didn't get because I was sick when they sold them...Ugh). I'm not sure because K is on the student council which makes me thnk she would know, but I don't think the upperclassmen girls and most girls in my grade would want to give up their fancy dresses and heels. How do you think people will dress? My school isn't very good at imforming us freshmen about anything... lol. Thanks in advance!




Hey girl, yes, I do think people will dress up. It's homecoming, not a casual dance. I think people will wear heels and dresses like usual. It's definitely evening attire! You could go for a shorter, less fancy dress and then dress it up with accessories if you're on the fence. The theme of the dance usually just dictates decorations, not dress code.

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by rosietoes4ever on 9/24/2012 6:38:55 PM

 
 

help! we have a dance at our school but its right after and we are not aloud to change out of our regular day clothes. how can i dress nice for the dance but not too fancy for school?
P.S. it is super hot in the gym

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by girl on fire on 9/24/2012 4:57:46 PM

 
 

Cute dresses! Is homecoming first year of high-school?

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by awesomegirl4everandalways on 9/24/2012 2:02:14 PM

 
 

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