Semi-Formal Dresses
Semi-formal dresses are closet staples that are perfect for a variety of special occasions. Available in a range of styles, colors, and price points, the semi-formal dresses in this collection at PromGirl offer fashion-forward looks for every woman. Perfect for homecoming, Sadie’s Hawkins (or Twirp) dances, 8th grade formal, or wedding receptions, these semi-formal dresses are fun and versatile styles that can easily be worn to more than one special occasion. For an affordable and chic look, shop PromGirl’s assortment of short semi-formal dresses to find a style or two that’s just right for you.
- Short Ruffled Hoco Dress: Dancing Queen 3400
- Alyce One-Shoulder Short Beaded Hoco Dress 84011
- Off-Shoulder Short Sleeve Homecoming Dress 8952
- Multicolored Short Sequin Homecoming Dress 8944
- Semi-formal Short Career Dress with Sleeves 8772
- Removable Straps Short Corset Homecoming Dress 8942
- Short Sweetheart Homecoming Dress 9246
- Glitter Babydoll Homecoming Dress: Nox Anabel E904
- Amarra Royal Blue Strapless Homecoming Dress 88719
- Lace-Up Short Red Sparkly Hoco Dress 9466
- Sheer-Corset Short Butterfly Hoco Dress JT917A
- Short White Hoco Dress 11232
- Strapless Short Purple Glitter Hoco Dress Y860
- Strapless Sequin Hoco Dress: Jessica Angel 2305
- One-Shoulder Short Sequin Homecoming Dress 2334
- Tie-Back Short V-Neck Homecoming Dress DS116
- Embroidered-Bodice Short Lace-Up Hoco Dress 3390
- Short Glitter Fit-and-Flare Homecoming Dress 3389
- Short Sequin Party Dress with Cut-Out Sides 4036
- Hot Pink Short La Femme Homecoming Dress 31468
- Dark Green La Femme Short Sequin Homecoming Dress
- Strapless Sequin-Print Hoco Dress: Jovani 40003
- Jovani Short Strapless Homecoming Dress 39629
- Beaded Short Cut-Out Hoco Dress: Primavera 4264
- Open-Back Short Beaded Hoco Dress: Primavera 4247
- Strapless Short Beaded Hoco Dress: Primavera 4219
- Lace-Up Short Beaded Hoco Dress: Primavera 4217
- Backless Short Sequin Homecoming Party Dress 3351
- Jovani Short Purple Babydoll Party Dress 26096
- Short Homecoming Dress 88059 by Amarra
- Faviana Royal Blue Short Beaded Party Dress S10900
- Short Sweetheart Mini Homecoming Dress 9244
- Lace-Up Short Sequin Homecoming Dress 9224
- Beaded-Corset Faviana Short Navy Blue Hoco Dress
- La Femme Short Strapless Sequin Hoco Dress 28229
- La Femme Short Silver Sequin Homecoming Dress 29304
- Atria High-Neck Short Metallic Party Dress 7016S
- Atria Strapless Short Cut-Out Party Dress 6841S
- Embellished-Bodice Short Homecoming Dress 3125
- Lace-Up Short Babydoll Homecoming Dress 3352
- Beaded Short Bodycon Homecoming Dress 3324
- Strapless Sweetheart Sequin Homecoming Dress 3899
- Short Ombre Sequin Piette Party Dress 4039
- One-Shoulder Short Sequin Party Dress 4021
- Sheer-Side V-Neck Short Sequin Party Dress 4017
- One-Sleeve Short Beaded Floral Party Dress 3810
- Short Butterfly Beaded Party Dress 3801
- Deep V-Neck Short Sequin Homecoming Dress 3519D
- Glitter-Knit Short Homecoming Dress 8212
- Short Beaded Backless Homecoming Dress: Faviana S10623
How to Dress for a Semi-Formal Event
Dresses for semi-formals are dressier than a casual outfit, but not as formal as a long gown. So when you plan to attend a semi-formal event, skip the jeans, cute summer dresses, and fancy gowns, and go for a short semi-formal party dress. When choosing what to wear to a semi-formal event, you should take into consideration the time of day and type of celebration or event that you will be attending. An afternoon event usually calls for knee-length or short dresses in light hues or bright floral prints. If you are attending an evening event, consider a short semi-formal party dress in rich jewel tones, like ruby red, royal blue, or emerald green. For any semi-formal event, day or night, a little black dress is the ultimate go-to. Have a specific semi-formal event in mind? Check out the top five semi-formal events below for tips on dressing for each occasion.
Homecoming
Semi-formal dresses are perfect for homecoming dances and festivities. You can go trendy in a simple party dress with a v-neckline and head-turning statement back design, or plan to dazzle in a beaded or sequined semi-formal dress.
Sadie’s Hawkins Dance
For a Sadie’s dance, the hardest part is asking your date to the dance! The fun part is picking a semi-formal dress that suits you. Whether you prefer a sleek and tight party dress or a flirty and flattering a-line Sadie’s dress, a semi-formal style is the way to go.
Weddings
When the invite states the dress code is semi-formal, think refined and sophisticated for your wedding guest attire. Keep your look conservative, especially for religious ceremonies, with a modest neckline and sleeves. Your semi-formal dress can be any color, except bridal white, as long as the invitation does not call for a specific color for the wedding theme.
Junior or Senior Prom
Short semi-formal dresses for teens are just right for junior or senior proms, as long as the school’s dress code permits short styles. Keep it trendy with a burgundy red, mauve pink, or blue semi-formal dress, or step out in a bold print design. Whatever color or style suits you, there’s a semi-formal dress for junior or senior prom that’s just right for you.
8th Grade Formals
A perfect excuse to get dressy, an eighth grade formal dance calls for short semi-formal dresses with fun and flirty details. Go for a semi dress with sparkly embellishments, hints of lace, or twirl-worthy babydoll skirts, and don’t forget to have fun!
Whatever your budget, you are sure to find an ideal semi-formal dress for any special occasion at PromGirl. Shop this collection for an on-trend and affordable short semi-formal party dress for the next celebration on your social calendar.
