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Dear Jennifer ,

The two-piece dresses that have been showing up on the runways and at Hollywood galas are big for prom this year. Tube tops and lace-up corset tops with long skirts let you mix and match colors and styles. Halter-necks and strapless gowns show lots of skin this spring. For a more modest look, dresses with gauzy sleeves and midriffs cover the body but don't completely hide it.

Indulge your Cinderella fantasy with a princess dress, crinoline and all. Romantic ball gowns with full skirts and princess-seamed tops with sweet details like embroidered flowers are very popular this year. These dreamy dresses look lovely with ballerina slippers that tie up the ankles and calves. Spaghetti-strapped slip dresses are baring backs with low-cuts and drapes that fall below the shoulder blades. To cover bare shoulders, multi-colored soft cashmere shawls (called "pashmina") add a bohemian look. Satin wraps in the same shade of the dress add an elegant finishing touch.

Good luck choosing your dress!

Sincerely, Fashion Girl