Red Dresses

Shades of Red Dresses

The color red has many shades ranging from dark to really bright and red dresses take all these shades to create some beautiful and unique styles. Red stands for energy, love, and sexy and the different shades from crimson to scarlet all provide unique touches to any dress. A red dress is just like the little black dress but has a more outgoing appeal as the color seems to shout out and draw attention where as black or white dresses do not. However, red dresses are not as well suited for everyone depending on personal preference and personality. Women who are more outgoing tend to feel more comfortable and can work red dresses very well whereas those who are more shy and reserved tend to keep away from red dresses as it makes them feel les comfortable even if they look great.

There are some red dresses that are low key, usually in darker shades, but most are designed to draw attention with great looks and these dresses are perfect for different occasions. There are many red cocktail dresses that are truly knockouts and the red color just seems to be the only color fitting to make these dresses stand out. Red dresses can be worn too almost any party except maybe those that require a minimum draw of attention like a wedding but there darker shades of red will help at low key occasions. Each of the different shades gives off a different vibe when combined with various dresses. This is why a red dress is usually a fine option for holiday parties, cocktail parties, proms, homecomings, and long list of others.

Styles of Red Dresses

The color red can be combined with any type of dress and there has even been a case of a bride wearing red although the trend is definitely going to stick. Red is more of a party color which is which is why red cocktail dresses always look lively and with any of the different necklines and silhouettes. Brighter red shades go great with cocktail dresses as it brings attention to the style but these types of dresses usually are not good dress etiquette for classy, formal events like a college graduation. These bright red cocktail dresses are great for other events like holiday parties and combining different components like low cut necklines and A-Line silhouettes creates an amazing appearance.

A great example of this is the red cocktail dress worn by Elizabeth Hurley at the start of the movie Bedazzled. The red evening dress or gown is also a very lovely selection that works with lighter and darker shades. Red gowns still provide an air of elegance rather if the dress is solid red or with some contrasting colors around certain parts. Red gowns look just as magnificent as other colors and many red dresses have also been worn at red carpet events. A very lovely red evening dress with a halter neckline was worn by the lovely Nicole Kidman at the 79th Annual Academy Awards. The red mini-dress is one of the sexiest dresses that only a few dare wear because of its very short skirt. Not too many women will wear the mini-dress because a shorter cocktail dress has a higher comfort value but it still is an existing option.

Stretch Satin Dress

This red dress by Jones New York features a very simple and elegant design with a ruche bodice in stretch satin with a skirt that comes right above the knees. The sheath silhouette really forms to the body and the light pleating at the front adds a little touch. This is a very form fitting dress that would look fantastic at many social gatherings with a darker, richer shade of red.

Dina Bar-el Cocktail Dress

Here is another silk, red cocktail dress that is very fashionable and great for dinner parties and holiday parties. The dress features the unique collar not found on too many dresses with the deep V-neckline. The empire silhouette combined with the shirt style top form a very lovely option. The added sash at the waist is just the extra touch needed. This is why red dresses make excellent party dresses as this one can easily be converted for many events.

Strapless Evening Dress

This is a red strapless dress that is part of the ABS line from Allen Schwartz. It is easy to see how elegant this dress looks with a ruche bodice at the center and a floor length skirt with an A-Line silhouette. Although there are more complex red evening gowns and dresses, this one does a great job with a simple outline that fills out nicely. The ABS line is full of fashionable red dresses.