TREND: Neutral Colors

Last year, big bold colors and prints were in, but this year we’re seeing more and more soft neutrals, colors like white, gold, ivory, nude, champagne and light blush pink. These colors have the frosty, elegant feel of pearls and lace and add a little more feminine flair to this year’s prom style!

TREND: Cocktail Dress with Removable Skirt

Just like the High-Low dress, a similar style that is popular for 2012 is the cocktail dress with removable skirt.  This dress has the same concept of a High-Low, being short in the front and long in the back, but with this style the skirt attaches around the waist and can be removed to create a whole new dress for your dance. The best part about this type of dress is that you can continue to wear the cocktail dress underneath for years to come, but still have the long look for prom. What’s even better is that you don’t even need to have a bustle hook added to the dress to keep it off the floor. You can simply remove the top layer and dance the night away!

PROM 2012

2011 is quickly coming to an end, which means it's time to start thinking about Prom! All three Mestads locations already have prom gowns out, with new ones coming in every day, and don't forget that we register your dress so we won't sell it to anyone else at your school!

 Make sure to stay tuned to our blog and facebook page to find out all of the new trends and styles for 2012, makeup tips, events, our staff picks from our expert stylists here at Mestads and much more! Happy Holidays and we hope to see you in the new year!

Mori Lee Trunk Show!

Back for a second time, Mestads is having a Mori Lee trunk show, this time in all three stores! March 18th-20th, all in stock Mori Lee prom gowns will be 20% off!

If you missed it a few weeks ago, don't pass up your last opportunity to get your Mori Lee gown at a great discount!

Remember, Mestad REGISTERS your gown, which means that we won't sell it to anyone else attending your prom!

JOVANI Trunk Show

Its that time again! Mestads will be bringing new and exciting JOVANI styles into all three stores for one weekend only! In stock dresses are 20% off, but only for four days!

The sale runs February 18th-21st, but come early for the best selection!



Prom Trend - BOWS

Flirty, feminine details like bows can be found everywhere in fashion right now. From headbands to sweaters to belts and shoes – bows are hot! You can incorporate bows into your prom look, either on your gown, or in your accessories!

Here are some examples from Anne Hathaway, Katie Holmes, and Lindsay Lohan:

Short Dresses = Embellished Shoes!

If you're going short for homecoming this fall, then your shoes matter. How will you flaunt your footwear? Ruffles? Bows? Roses? Sparkle? The possibilities are endless, and can be found in any price range. Here are a few of my favorites:

Forever 21 $28.80

Paris Hilton $99

Kate Spade (I know... But they're soooo pretty) $325



Homecoming Headgear

No, not braces... I'm talking about headbands! What better way to embellish a DIY hairstyle than to top it off with a fab headband. There are many to choose from, from feathers and flowers to glitter and bows. Here are a few of our favorites, all from Etsy sellers - click the titles to visit each link! All featured headbands are under $30!

Feather Headband

Flower Headband

Glittery Headband

Bow Headband



How are you planning to do your hair for homecoming?