Short And Versatile Prom Dresses 2013

Last week I featured Long Prom Dresses from one of my favorite online retailers, PersunMall and today I want to do a feature on short prom dresses and how to pick ones that you can also wear to future weddings or events in the future!  I know that many of you may prefer a shorter dress and even though I love the longer ones, short ones can be worn more than just once if you choose one that is cocktail attire as well!  I'm all about buying items that you can get wear out of down the road for many different occasions.  I have had a few dresses since 1999 that I have worn on a few separate occasions and they still look as lovely as they did back then.  Back in 2007, I bought a short turquoise Prom Dress and wore it to a friend's wedding and I still have it in case I have the right place to wear it again because I loved it so much!  Here are my 5 top picks of short prom dresses that can also be used for special occasions many years down the road!  Also, these dresses come in many different colors for you to choose from, which is one of my top reasons I love PersunMall so much!  If there is one thing I don't like about online shopping, is that there are not normally a ton of color options for special occasion dresses, but have no fear-PersunMall is here!   

1.  My Favorite Dress

Seriously, how amazing is this dress?!  One shouldered, and black and white with lace is classic and timeless.  I recommend this dress for any girl or woman who is going to attend many great events in different locations.  This will be in your wardrobe for many many years!  

http://www.persunmall.com/exquisite-aline-one-shoulder-sleeveless-tencel-short-eveningcocktail-dress-p-2832.html

2.  Feeling Blue?

Fun, flirtatious and jaw-dropping is the personality of this dress for sure!  I love the color, the length and the side tie and gathering in the front!

http://www.persunmall.com/chic-sheath-strapless-sleeveless-elastic-woven-stain-minilength-cocktailprom-dress-p-10568.html

3.  Classic in A-Line Style

Classic is key here and this dress brings out the inner shyness and gets you out on that dance floor all night long!  Love the sheer straps as you won't feel like you are falling out of the dress.  Great for larger busted ladies!  

http://www.persunmall.com/cute-aline-sheer-straps-sleeveless-taffeta-knee-lengthcocktail-dress-p-10622.html

4.  Lady In Red

This dress is similar to a dress seen on Angelina Jolie, but Jolie's was a long gown.  So, this is for the sophisticated younger lady!  This dress will carry on through your 30's if you hold onto this dress.  Red is pretty much timeless, and eye-grabbing and will make you stand out big time!  

http://www.persunmall.com/appealing-aline-one-shoulder-sleeveless-chiffon-shortlength-bridesmaid-dress-p-1998.html

5.  Black Organza 

Life of the party is this dress!  That skirt is high-fashion fun and I can see this dress worn with a blazer for a night out with the girls down the road.  This dress has potential to be worn to lots of parties!  Love the detailing on the waist belt!  

http://www.persunmall.com/elegant-aline-sweetheart-sleeveless-organza-short-cocktailprom-dress-p-10506.html

Thanks for stopping by today and it's not too late to get your Prom Dress today if you still need one!  Hope you will check out what other great pieces PersunMall carries!  Have a lovely day!  

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XX  Pip

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Easy Outfits, by Pip Featured In InStyle June 2013 (Wearing eShakti)

Hey guys!  I am so excited to find out I am featured in InStyle June 2013 Issue this Month!  My love for their Color Crash Course section is so big because while I love color, I always struggle with wearing it because I am so black and white by nature!  Anyways, just wanted to share the news with all my fellow blogger buddies and friends and family and I wish you all a fabulous weekend!  Try Daffodil Yellow out, and obviously I highly recommend wearing it with khaki because it rules!  :)

Wearing:

eShakti RETRO FROCK KHAKI DRESS (HERE IN OTHER COLORS)  /  Forever 21 Jacket  /  Louis Vuitton Bag  /  Beaded Necklace (gifted)

Thanks so much for your support and for your nice comments on a regular basis!  

XX  Pip

Style Solution ( Skirt That Is Too Long )

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Today's post is going to be all about how to make an ill-fitting skirt look better!  I got this cute Isaac Mizrahi skirt from Target years ago because I fell in love with the pleats and dots on it and it is really great quality.  However, the sizing is all wrong because I'm very short and I don't like how it ends below my knees a bit when worn normal on my lower waist.  It is definitely flattering on a runway model who is 5'10 and taller, but on someone my height, it just doesn't work.  Petite women should wear skirts that sit just above the knee or shorter, if you are like me and prefer a skirt to show more leg.  I just think that if you aren't in a work environment where length is an issue and you have nice legs, you should go as short as possible without looking trashy.  Below is how I fixed this ill-fitting skirt and if you have any that are too long, and are a-line style, this may work for you too!

Skirt:  Isaac Mizrahi  /  Top:  Coogi  /  Shoes:  Michael Antonio  /  Bag:  D&B  

How To Fix This Longer Skirt

1.  My skirt came with this awesome tie belt and has belt loops sewn into the skirt's pleats, which happened to work out to my advantage here.  I was able to just roll down the top of my skirt once of the skirt's band about 2 and 1/2 inches and use my tie belt to make it appear cinched and paper-bagged.  It was simple and the fit was so much better than at my knee and sitting at my natural waist line.  

2.  This shirt has gathering at the side and elastic to make it super-fitted.  You wouldn't be able to tell by how I hiked up the skirt to cover this area.  I actually don't like the shirt because of this, but when I bought it, I didn't mind.  Now, I'm not a fan, but wearing a high-waist skirt covers this area and I am happy!  

3.  I look kind of like a flight attendant, but that is okay... I am stressed out lately and could take off at any moment!  LOL!  Seriously, I should be taking off somewhere to a deserted island and not have my computer or cell phone for a while.  It would do me good.  

Hope you are all having a good day and I hope this inspired you in some way to wear a skirt that may be too big or not fit right.  Heck, you can raid your Mom's closet and find an old skirt and try this out if she has any pleated skirts from the 70's!  Thanks for reading!  

XX  Pip

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