maroon prom dresses Simple A Line V-Neck Burgundy Split The intricate beading adds a touch of glamour to the dress and a hint of gothic style Velvet Sweetheart Neck A-Line Burgundy

A great little black dress with the right texture can be the most festive thing in the room when you style it with sparkling accessories

Crepe -- slightly more structured but still breathable

Sofia B25104 from Blanc by Calla Blanche A Black and White Wedding Dress with a Mermaid Silhouette and Floral Appliques Romantic yet daring, Rosalind blends intricate floral designs with a sleek mermaid silhouette

Claudette Colbert, Jean Harlow & Marlene Dietrich: Ballgown-style 1930s dresses Toward the end of the 1930s, the evening gown styles took a different turn, experimenting with gorgeous two piece dresses, and fuller skirt styles