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Winter Formal Dresses and Winter Ball Gowns

Fall in love with this collection of long winter formal dresses and winter ball gowns. Whether you’re looking for a chic long evening gown or a jaw-dropping dress for a winter formal, you’ll find the perfect style in this collection of winter formal dresses from PromGirl.

In beautiful jewel and metallic tones like emerald green, ruby red, sapphire blue, deep purple, silver, and gold, these gorgeous dresses for winter formals are available in many fabrics, styles, and price points. With such a variety, you can shop PromGirl for all of your formal dress needs for the entire winter season. Whether you are looking for a Snow Ball dance dress, evening ball gown for a Winterfest dance, or a long evening gown for a Winter Ball, you can find them here. There are winter prom dresses and winter ball dresses that will make heads turn at your formal events. In misses and plus sizes, these winter formal dresses and winter gowns will flatter your figure and showcase your personal style. Prefer a short dress for your holiday or winter formal? Shop short holiday dresses here.

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What Do You Wear to Winter Formal?

When deciding what to wear to winter formal, it’s always a good idea to check for a school dress code before making a purchase. While there is usually no dress code for winter formals, over the years some trends have emerged regarding what to wear. Since most winter formals are held between the months of December and March, long dresses are popular for these celebrations. Winter formal events are a good excuse to wear sequin or metallic winter dresses in festive shimmering reds and greens that sparkle with your every move. Style options can vary from-fitted burgundy dresses that highlight the curves to full and fabulous long ball gowns in deep blue satin. There are so many possibilities! When trying to plan for winter formal, consider the following:

What is a Winter Formal in High School?
A high school winter formal is a dance that typically happens between December and March. Each school names the winter formal dance differently. Some dances are called Winterfest, Winter Ball, Christmas Ball, Snow Ball, or simply Winter Formal. A common type of winter formal dance is known as a Sadie Hawkins Dance, or a Twirp Dance, and that is where the girls get their chance to ask the guys to the dance. Winter formal dances are usually between homecoming and prom and are great for underclassmen who, at some schools, are not permitted to attend prom. Whatever your school chooses to call their winter formal dance, PromGirl has the winter formal dress for you.

Winter Formal Long or Short Dresses: Which Is Best?
Usually, it’s completely up to you whether you want to wear a long or short dress to your winter formal. Of course, you will want to check the school guidelines before buying your dress just in case (as sometimes there is a dress code). But, given a choice, many girls agree that dressing up in a long formal dress makes the experience extra special! If you have the chance to wear an awesome long winter dress or luxurious evening ball gown, why pass it up?

Can You Wear White to a Winter Formal?
Wearing a white dress to a winter formal is not only acceptable, but also a popular fashion trend. Unless your event’s dress code states otherwise, white is always a great winter wonderland color choice. At some schools, it’s actually tradition for seniors to wear white winter prom dresses. If you choose to wear white to a winter formal, consider selecting a dress in a heavier fabric, like satin, taffeta, or velvet, to match the season. Add some bright statement jewelry and you’re ready for the evening in your white winter gown.


Whether you prefer an understated dress, a glamorous fully-beaded winter prom dress, or a captivating red evening ball gown, find the ideal dress for your winter formal right here at PromGirl.

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