Shop Poshare for the latest dress trends and hottest styles for the 2016 homecoming, prom or another formal ball. This post is going to cover short dresses suitable for Fall and Winter special occasion of 2016-2017 (FW2017). Poshare carries top designer prom gowns, short semi formal dresses, beaded, sequin and lace designer dresses to make you picture perfect for your next pageant, formal, or black tie event.
Of course classical Homecoming look is flirty and airy fit and flare style dress. They are semi-formal and can be worn to many other occasions such as Sweet 16, Birthday party and many others. They are very flattering and the main trick really would be to pick a color. in 2016 we were all obsessed with pastel tones, that’s why we are starting this list with this gorgeous pastel tone of Pink Champagne dress by Le Femme. As we all know, pink and blush tones are a great way to highlight our femininity, elegance and youth. Black and white dresses are always a good idea as well – because these colors never go out of fashion!

Gold Studded Off The Shoulder Champagne Satin. Charming and sweet, rent this delightful champagne light rose colored cocktail dress that will make a lovely statement at any party. The timeless bodice has classy off the shoulder straps and features glittering crystal embellishments for a dreamy style. This enchanting ensemble shimmers and shines to the flirty mini length hem in glamorous waves of festive and flirty fabric. LaFemme style 22105. Fit: runs slightly small.

Look like a princess on the night of your big occasion wearing this Angela and Alison 52008 cocktail dress. This dress boasts a high neckline with ornate beadwork and a smooth bodice. The waist is nipped and reveals a full skater skirt with a flirty mini hemline.

Mesmerize everyone you meet by donning this exquisite Rachel Allan 6718 cocktail dress! Its trendy illusion neckline is studded with brightly sparkling accents, and brilliantly glittering embellishments are plastered all over its form-fitting sweetheart bodice. Layers of fine, dreamy material flare out prettily on the short skirt. According to customer reviews, this dress fits true to size. Length: Approximately 31 inches.

Recalls the best of the 80’s when you rent this party frock with it’s bustier bodice and voluminous tulle skirt! The material girl in you will love the beaded detail across the top, and who can resist the polka dot skirt with its utterly twirl able hem.

Feel like the belle of the ball in this darling Terani dress that features a plunging sweetheart neckline, boning, padded cups, and a back hidden zip. The upper bodice on this dress has delicate flowers with rhinestones that start on the neckline and end on the waist. The full flared ballerina skirt will making dancing a whole lot more fun.
Crop tops and two-piece dresses has been ‘the thing’ in 2016 so below you can see a great example of a semi-formal dress that is a fantastic choice for a Homecoming party, especially if you are lucky enough to be located in the South 🙂 Warm weather, tan skin, sun-kissed hair – and you are good to go!

CROP TOP DRESS. FEATURES A WHITE TOP AND ROYAL BLUE POLKA DOT SKATER SKIRT. COMPLETE WITH EMBROIDERY ON THE NECKLINE OF THE TOP AND BAND OF THE SKIRT Style 4018
One of my personal favorites are Illusion cocktail dresses. As usual, leaders are Jovani and Terani. There are really no words to describe this beauty. See for yourself:

Fitted short cocktail dress features long sleeves, a sheer neckline, crystal embellishments, a sheer back and a zipper down the back. Radiant long sleeve form fitting dress features crystal embellishments and a sheer neckline. Dazzle in this sheer nude gown with glittering crystal, gold and silver sequins all over.

This gorgeously fitted cocktail dress by Terani features a nude illusion overlay and strategically placed floral lace appliques. The lace is decorated with scattered crystals and your waist is cinched in with an attached beaded belt. The skirt is lined and the bodice is lined and slightly padded for comfort. There is a center back zipper and the fabric does stretch to give you that perfect fit.

Outshine them all in this stunning crystallized sweetheart mini Terani dress. The nude mesh chest and full back add a sultry touch to this glitzy number that is covered in beautiful sparking stones!

Starting with a darling satin sweetheart neckline and ending with a crystal embellished mini skirt. Terani does a beautiful job creating the perfect little dress for your party! Dress has a side zipper and the skirt has a little stretch to accommodate everyone’s figure. There is light boning in the bodice to keep it up and on. Birthday Dress, Cocktail Party, Girls Night Out, Homecoming, Short Dresses, Totally Trendy
Now we are coming to… of course… SEQUINED DRESSES! What kind of party is without sequins?!

Beautiful Scoop Back Sequin Embellished Mesh cocktail dress in Brown Gold, you may call it Bronze. Long sleeves and all over sequined beading. Stylish cocktail dress will be appropriate for any cocktail party, date, birthday, anniversary or even NYE. It’s a great option if you are attending a wedding too!

BLACK DRESS WITH GOLD AND SILVER SEQUIN FLORAL APPLIQUE THROUGHOUT. FIT & FLARE BELL SHAPE. This beautiful sequinned dress from Keepsake The Label has a tight bodice and exaggerated bell-shaped skirt with light pleats and back zip closure. The sequins make this dress a little bit heavier than you’d expect. Sequin floral print

Crisp, lustrous, silk-softened faille fabric structures the puffed cap sleeves and widely flared skirt of a precisely seamed cocktail dress.

THINK ROYALTY–BEHAVING BADLY. THE FAST PRINCESS MINIDRESS FROM FRENCH CONNECTION IS UTTERLY ELEGANT AND JUST A LITTLE BIT WILD. BRONZE AND DARK GOLD PAILLETTES ADORN THIS BODY-CONSCIOUS MINI, WHILE 3.4-LENGTH SLEEVES AND FRONT DARTING PROVIDE A TAILORED APPEARANCE. JEWEL NECK, 3.4 SLEEVES. BODYCON FIT. LINED, CONCEALED BACK ZIP. BRONZE-GOLD.

Sequins and beads trace scintillating sparkle over the sinuous silhouette of a long-sleeve cocktail sheath finished with a pretty nape-baring back. 38.5″ regular length Bateau neck. Scooped back. Long sleeves. Fully lined. Love love love…

Make it pop in this super hot bodycon dress, featuring mesh full length sleeves, crystal panels and made from our luxury bandage fabric. Cute with metallic heels & minimal accessories. Fitted nude Bandage Dress with dark grey panels, gold stone and stud detail. Length: Approx: 83-85 cm. Stretch Type: Very stretchy.

With a remarkable bodice, Rachel Allan 4031 is sure to make a statement at any social occasion. This short dress features a unique wrap bodice and small peek a boo cutout at the waist. The skirt is heavily beaded in bands of stones. The back is open with a strap across the middle. This short dress features a side zipper.

THIS TEXTURED, ONE-SHOULDER NUMBER FROM TADASHI SHOJI IS AN INTRICATE, FIGURE-FLATTERING PICK FOR COCKTAIL PARTIES AND DATE NIGHTS. LAYERS OF GAUZY CHIFFON IN BLACK AND NAVY BLUE ACCENT THE MESH, SEQUINED MATERIAL BELOW. THE FIT IS BODY-CON, WITH ADDED STRETCH. SIDE ZIP. BLUE-BLACK OVER NUDE LINING.

THIS UNUSUAL DRESS TAKES THE SEASON’S SCUBA TREND AND GIVES IT A DELICATE TWIST, ADDING FEMININE FLORALS TO THE SPORTY STYLE. DRESS INCLUDES THICK BLACK MESH OVERLAY WITH GRAPHIC FLORAL APPLIQUES. LINING IS A ROYAL BLUE STRETCH MATERIAL. THE FIT IS A STRUCTURED COCKTAIL STYLE WITH A DEFINED WAIST. BACK ZIP.

A SIGNATURE STYLE FROM NICOLE MILLER, THIS FITTED COCKTAIL DRESS IS A SHIMMERING CHAMPAGNE COLOR AND FEATURES FULL-BODY RUCHING. LOW BACK WITH NECK CLOSURE. BREAK OUT YOUR BOLDEST JEWELS TO PAIR WITH THIS STUNNING NUMBER!

A FLIRTY, PARTY-APPROPRIATE PIECE FROM THE ALWAYS GLAMOROUS DESIGN HOUSE OF NICOLE MILLER. IN A BOLD PURPLE SHADE, THIS LIGHTWEIGHT DRESS IS A THIN, RUCHED CREATION THAT LETS YOU MOVE–AND SHOW OFF YOUR FIGURE. WOULD PAIR NICELY WITH SILVER ACCENTS FOR A NIGHT OUT. STRETCH FIT. TAPERED SHOULDER STRAPS. DUSTY PURPLE.

Structured yet feminine, this strapless ombre printed dress is as versatile as it is alluring. Hook and eye above concealed zipper at left side seam. Blue at top graduating to black at the bottom. Back is slightly longer than the front. Perfect for a cocktail party!
So whether you are going to attend your first homecoming or competing in the finals of a major pageant, you will find a dress or gown just right for the occasion and on-trend.