Prom Dress Trends 2017

Prom 2017 promises to be more exciting than ever as designs continue to grow bolder, brighter and blingier and colors run the gamut from bright pastels (is that a contradiction?) to rich darks. Which style will you choose to stand out at your prom this season? Here's just a sampling of the trends you'll be seeing for 2017 (we'll explore more in-depth in future posts):

Crop Tops

The two-piece dress really gained traction in 2016 in Kansas, and this year the trend is growing even bolder with the crop top, to show more of those rippled abs. Of course, the milder two-piece dresses that show just a sliver of skin at the mid-section will continue to gain in popularity this year, as it will be only the fittest, bravest girls who opt for the crop top.

Bold Floral Prints

Floral prints started to reassert themselves last year and are coming on stronger in 2017. Tiffany Design will offer classic floral, floral Mikado and even a floral print over bold black and white stripes this season.

Delicate Floral Embroidery

A takeoff on the floral design that will surely be a hit with our Kansas girls this year is the floral embroidery. These delicate designs are one of the biggest trends this year, so you don't want to be left behind on this one.

Sparkle, Sparkle, Sparkle

Girls again will be twinkling under the dance floor lights this year with the trend toward sequin and crystal designs sure to turn all eyes your way.

ETC boutique in Manhattan Town Center is excited to offer all these styles of prom dresses and more to our prom girls for 2017. The great news is you don't need to wait to see the latest styles. We have catalogs in the store now, and we can begin taking orders so you reserve your one-of-a-kind dress for Prom 2017. We can make your parents' lives easier, too, with layaway and payment plans.

Wedding Dress Trends for 2017

ETC boutique is looking forward to a market trip in about 10 days to get a preview of wedding and prom trends for 2017, but we couldn't resist peeking ahead by browsing online a little.
According to Brides magazine, among the wedding dress trends for 2017 are:

Photo from Brides.com

• Plunging necklines: Brides' Roberta Correia reported the 2017 look for brides will be much sexier, largely due to those deep-V styles seen in nearly every bridal dress line. She noted the designers are counting on brides to make a bold, skin-baring choice, with a result she described as "elegantly sexy."
• Bare shoulders: Along with the exposed decolletage, brides are being encouraged to show their shoulders with the off-shoulder look making a strong appearance, a trend that's moved slowly from the ready-to-wear runway.
• Toppers: Be it capelets, bomber jackets, boleros or ponchos, the topper also grabbed its share of attention from designers for 2017.
• Big bows: The oversized bow made its presence felt from many designers this year, be it a more traditional back bow or something to adorn the waist or sleeves, or even jewelry.
• Brides in color: The traditional white is receiving a challenge from designers this year who are taking off the Pantone colors of the year (Rose Quartz and Serenity) to adorn their brides in new hues. The rose-colored dress made several appearances on the runways along with shades of blue.
We'll share our own take on the 2017 bridal trends in a couple of weeks after our own trip to the bridal and prom market.