Spring 2006 Gown Forecast

FASHION

Written by Tina Newman

When it comes to your quinceañera, finding a new style, in unique color, and a look you can call your own tops the list for Spring 2006. While the recent styles with various colors and princess skirts are still popular, a new spin has been added to the quinceañera gowns coming this spring.

Quinces will feel like a star with the full skirts, creative colors, and the soft look of these exquisite gowns. Unusual colors and unique detailing on the gowns are two new looks that will be sought after by all. Angela Baker-Brown, owner of Tatiana’s, a quinceañera shop in New York, says, "The newest looks are colors you’ve never seen before in quinceañera gowns and the beautiful detailing of the pick-up skirt."

The pick-up or ruched skirt generally features crinkled taffeta and a dropped waist. The carefree gathers and detailed beading make this style fit for a princess. This style comes in many colors to fit each girl’s individual personality.

Colors have been increasingly popular, but the new unusual colors coming from the designers will help each girl bring their own sense of individuality to their party. Coral, peacock blue, daffodil, pistachio green, melon, cotton candy, and bubble are just a few of the new colors gracing the runways.

Creating a look all her own is an important step in every young women’s life, which helps blend her own sense of emerging style with tradition. And with the pretty new styles this spring, every quinceañera girl can arrive at her affair looking like a star.

Tina M. Newman is a New York based fashion and education writer. Her work has appeared in various publications She is currently the internal communications manager at a floral company.