Suki Waterhouse, Jourdan Dunn, and Alicia Vikander Shine in Sparkly Dresses
1/12With prom just around the corner, it’s finally time to start looking into festive options for the big night. Will you go long and lean? Short and shimmery? Full and fluffy? None of the above? While you don’t have to decide right now, there’s no time like the present to get inspired.
Luckily, this week’s red carpet appearances had no shortage of all things sparkly. From Jourdan Dunn to almost the entire cast of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, shiny fabrics were everywhere. Click ahead to see who did it best this week — and who to add to your prom pin board this year.
Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage2/12WHO: Jourdan Dunn
WORE: A pale blue and silver dress from Ralph & Russo’s Spring 2016 collection.
WHERE: A special screening of “Zoolander No. 2” in London.
WHY: Evening ensembles should never be too matchy-matchy. Jourdan finds the perfect balance with these grey satin shoes.
Photo: Mike Marsland/WireImage3/12WHO: Suki Waterhouse
WORE: A floral pink and nude gown by Reem Acra and tons of tiny gold hoop earrings.
WHERE: The “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” European premiere in London.
WHY: This dress is stunning on its own, but the little flecks of matching gold eyeshadow under Suki’s eyes are the real star of this look.
Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images for Turner4/12WHO: Alicia Vikander
WORE: A black, cream, and white Louis Vuitton dress.
WHERE: The 2016 SAG Awards in L.A.
WHY: Because sparkling dresses don’t have to be colorful. With dangling earrings and super sleek hair, Alicia proves you can wear muted colors and still be festive.
Photo: Jim Spellman/WireImage5/12WHO: Dakota Johnson
WORE: A creme Saint Laurent dress with silver star details.
WHERE: The New York premiere of her new movie, “How to Be Single.”
WHY: With half-up hair and minimal accessories, Dakota looks like a princess in this long-sleeved look.
Photo: LEON NEAL/AFP/Getty Images6/12WHO: Bella Heathcote
WORE: A belted black dress by Lanvin.
WHERE: The “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” European premiere in London.
WHY: The best prom looks are unexpected ones. Take a cue from Bella by swapping your pumps for boots and adding a funky belt to your dress.
Photo: Jim Spellman/WireImage7/12WHO: Meghan Trainor
WORE: A sequined blouse and long black skirt.
WHERE: A special event at the 92Y in New York.
WHY: The shiny top keeps the look on trend, while the all-black color scheme makes it formal and event-ready.
Photo: Fred Duval/FilmMagic8/12WHO: Millie Brady
WORE: A pale blue Miu Miu gown and silver sandals.
WHERE: The “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” European premiere in London.
WHY: A flowing gown like this can come across as overly-sweet. Millie adds the right amount of edge with mismatched earrings and glossy black nails.
Photo: Mike Marsland/WireImage9/12WHO: Neelam Gill
WORE: A shimmering silver dress with black sandals.
WHERE: The “Zealander No. 2” screening in London.
WHY: This dress is a serious statement maker. New model Neelam is smart to keep things simple with slicked-back hair and a dark red lip.
Photo: Vincent Sandoval/FilmMagic10/12WHO: Yara Shahidi
WORE: A slightly-shimmering little black dress, a black leather jacket, and criss-crossed sandals.
WHERE: A party in West Hollywood.
WHY: For those who are averse to all things shiny, follow Yara’s lead and stick with an intricate statement shoe instead.
Photo: Karwai Tang/WireImage11/12WHO: Ellie Bamber
WORE: A peach and seafoam green gown by Chanel.
WHERE: The “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” European premiere in London.
WHY: With a subtle diamond headpiece and nude pointed pumps, Ellie is the queen of this red carpet.
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