Style Guide

Formalwear advice from Sherri Hill, from prom to black tie.

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Sherri Hill style 57250 strapless floral-print corset ball gown in ivory with blue print Prom

Types of Prom Dresses: A Guide to Every Prom Dress Style

 Sherri Hill style 58073 strapless cocktail dress in fuchsia, Fall 2026 Homecoming

What to Wear to Homecoming: Your Full Guide

 A small backyard wedding reception. Weddings

Wedding Guest Attire: A Guide to Every Wedding Dress Code

 gala ceremony, Gala Outfit Ideas Galas & Formal Events

Gala Outfit Ideas: What to Wear to a Gala for Every Dress Code

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Sherri Hill style 58226 fitted strapless mikado gown with a corset bodice and pearls along the neckline in pink Inside Sherri Hill

What Makes Sherri Hill Dresses Special? Fit, Beading and Quality

Sherri Hill dresses are known for three things: a great fit, hand-beaded detail and higher-quality materials. Many gowns are hand beaded, many are built on structured... Sherri Hill style 58307 strapless satin mini cocktail dress with a box-pleated skirt in blush Homecoming

Are Homecoming Dresses Short? A Guide to Homecoming Dress Length

Most homecoming dresses are short, usually a mini or a hem just above the knee. Homecoming is a semi-formal dance and a step less formal than... Sherri Hill style 57884 strapless stretch satin mermaid gown in light blue Dress Codes & Style Guides

What Is a Mermaid Dress? A Guide to Mermaid Gowns

A mermaid dress is fitted through the bust, waist and hips and stays close to the body to the knee or just below it, then flares... Sherri Hill style 58281 fitted halter hot fix gown in periwinkle Dress Codes & Style Guides

What Is a Halter Dress? A Guide to the Halter Neckline

A halter dress has straps or a high neckline that wrap around or fasten behind the neck, leaving the shoulders and upper back bare. The straps... Sherri Hill style 58226 fitted strapless mikado gown with a corset bodice and pearls along the neckline in pink Dress Codes & Style Guides

Formal Dress Fabrics Explained: Satin, Mikado, Sequins and How to Care for Them

The most common formal dress fabrics are satin, mikado, taffeta, chiffon, lace, brocade and fabrics finished with sequins, beads or hot fix stones. Structured fabrics like... Sherri Hill style 55887 strapless stretch satin gown with a corset top and ruched waist in emerald Dress Codes & Style Guides

What Color Dress Looks Best on Me? A Skin Tone and Color Guide

The dress color that looks best on you usually depends on your skin's undertone. Warm undertones glow in gold, red, coral, yellow, emerald and warm browns.... Sherri Hill style 57253 off the shoulder stretch satin gown with a corset bodice in burgundy Weddings

Mother of the Bride Dresses: What to Wear, Colors and Etiquette

The mother of the bride usually wears a dress that matches the formality of the wedding, in a color that complements the wedding party without matching... Sherri Hill style 58042 off the shoulder lace corset gown with a stretch satin skirt in brown Weddings

Fall and Winter Wedding Guest Dresses: What to Wear

For a fall or winter wedding, choose a dress in a rich seasonal color, such as wine, emerald, navy, chocolate brown or deep plum, in a...