By Homecoming is definitely not about blending in. It’s all about making a big, bold statement and setting yourself apart from the pack. So, here are some tips to help you express yourself boldly, and take your entire homecoming look to the next level.
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Don’t Be Afraid to Be Different
Homecoming is the time to let go of all your fashion inhibitions. Check out the homecoming dresses that are popular in 2016, and then pick something that will truly help you to stand out. We definitely don’t mean choosing something so wrong for your body type that it’s going to land you a spot on the worst-dressed list, but don’t be afraid to branch out from the more mainstream looks that are going to populate the dance floor. Instead of heading to the store and grabbing the first dress you spot, check out a range of shops and vintage stores to find something with pizazz and panache.
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Dare to Impress with Accessories
No matter what kind of dress you land up purchasing, you can spice it up with a huge variety of accessories. The trick is to accessorise strategically. The other trick is not to overdo things. But, with the right accessories, you can seriously kick a neutral look up several notches. If you’ve gone for a rather mundane cream-coloured dress, consider adding a blingy metallic belt and a load of bangles to jazz up your dress. You may even dare to opt for ankle boots for something a little different.
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Draw Up an Inspiration Board
If you are completely at a lost as to what to wear for homecoming, you can keep track of styles that truly inspire you, and then reference them before you head off to the shops. Cut out the looks that resonate with you from magazines or print them off the internet and glue them into a notebook that you can carry around with you for inspiration. Alternatively, you can stick to the digital age and use an online app that lets you write notes, snap images, bookmark items, and grab screenshots to access from your computer or phone. The more ideas you get and keep with you, the easier it’s going to get to create your very own look. Make sure to search for ideas on amazing dresses online.
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Stay Away from the Obvious
Don’t go with what’s safe, but definitely go with what works. Just because a style looks amazing on you doesn’t mean other styles won’t look just as good. Grab a couple of friends and start trying on dresses you would usually not consider. This is the perfect time to play around with things you have never tried on. You’re not going to love everything you find, and not everything is going to look great, but this will help you branch out to find something that makes a bold statement.
Have Fun!
Finally, have fun with the look you choose. This is the most important part to pulling it all together. When you take yourself and your outfits too seriously, you risk forgetting your personality. And it is your very personality that is the basis for your incredible look for homecoming. The more fun you have picking an outfit and experimenting with new looks, the more successful your ensemble will be.
