As you may or may not be aware, prom is right around the corner and many young ladies are in search of the perfect prom dress.  When it comes to designer dresses, there are many options, but most important is finding the right style dress for your physique.  Whether you search online or you make a trip to a local dress shop, make sure to read these tips before saying yes to the dress.

If you have a petite frame, a nice A-Line dress is a good option as well as long prom dresses.  If you are taller or have a thin, straight frame, you may want to consider short dresses.  Curvy and pear shaped gals will look amazing in empire waist dresses and halter top dresses.  And strapless dresses tend to look great on all frames, but keep in mind that dancing is the primary objective and no one wants to be heaving up their dress all night, so if you go the strapless route, make sure to invest in some fashion tape to help secure the dress and add a little extra support.