2009 Short Prom Dress Choices

One of the biggest decisions about prom is what length dress to wear. Short dresses can be everything a long dress can be but more. Add sassy and flirty to the mix. This isn't often found in long prom dresses. It is well known that short dresses make you look great too. One reason for this is you get to show off those fabulous new shoes. Take a look at five of our favorite short prom dress choices for 2009. You may find just the look you want to feel like a prom queen.

Stunning

No prom is complete without a Jovani Collections dress. Their 2009 spokes model is Devyn Simone from the Real World Brooklyn. This short prom dress from their Short Dress Collection, hits mid thigh with a sweetheart neckline. Pouf taffeta with a net is under a sequined bodice. Colors are black/gold, olive/gold, red/gold and blue/gold. You will look absolutely stunning and your legs will look long. Purchase here for $378.00. Click here for trunk shows. Retailers here.

Sassy Princess

This taffeta dress has a beaded empire waist, halter straps and bubble skirt. It comes in bright red, canary and sapphire. The dress drops in the back and so does the beaded empire waist to give it a real princess feel. You will feel like a sassy, flirty princess in this short prom dress. And with the empire waist line, it has that baby doll look too. You won't find this 2009 look with a long prom dress. Find this dress for $198.00 here. Find Kiss Kiss Formals by Mary store locations here.

Seductress

This short prom dress from the 2009 Alyce Prom Collection has sequins with a deep V halter top. The skirt is organza with a detachable belt. Find it in White/Black, Gold, Light Pink or Light Turquoise for $498.00 here. Feel like a seductress wearing this beautiful Alyce Designs dress. Upcoming trunk shows here. Store locations here.

Sophisticated

Feel sophisticated in this Faviana one shoulder, stretch satin short prom dress. It has a flower appliqué that is inspired by Sex & The City. The color is vanilla white with gold trim. Samantha Harris and Thea Andrews both wore Faviana on the red carpet. Priced $258.00 here. Find stores in your area here.

Daring

Daring is the only word for this black strapless, short prom dress from the 2009 Shimmer Collection by Bari Jay. The swirl organza detail goes from top to bottom with a rhinestone waist. Find it here for $278.00. Trunk shows here. Store locations here.

Look for short 2009 prom dresses at local Bridal Stores and prom dress shops. By shopping at Bridal Stores you are likely to find dresses by designers not found anywhere else. Wiki.com has a large variety of dresses, designers and prices too. All designers have websites with a link for retailers. We checked and always found multiple retailers in our area.

For designers with trunk shows, contact the designer and the store ahead of time. Request the 2009 short prom dress style you are interested in for the show. When ordering via internet, look for reviews of the company. Also check the rreturn policy. Even if the dress has to be fitted after you receive it, you may find something on the internet that you can't find anywhere else so it's worth it. Many customers report they are very happy with their internet purchases.

The days of long prom dresses dominating the scene are over. The short prom dress is popular for 2009 or designers wouldn't be creating them. And with the short prom dress, the shoes and hairstyle seem to stand out to add to your unique look. There are so many shoe styles in 2009, think of all the possibilities. What fun. So try a variety of styles until you find your look. This is your big night to shine.