Fab Five: Best Strapless Mermaid Dresses

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Last updated 7 months ago.

Love to show off your curves? We have found just the right silhouette for you. Be prepared to look effortlessly elegant for your next big formal event.

The mermaid dress is a classic evening gown silhouette. It hugs the form and features a skirt designed to create the shape of a mermaid’s tail. It makes any woman have a beautiful hourglass shape.

This popular dress style has a timeless fit that can be worn for so many occasions. It’s often worn for proms, weddings, evening events and so much more. It has a formal look that is so timelessly beautiful.

The mermaid dress takes its inspiration from the old Hollywood regency looks in the ’30s and ’40s. This dress style rose to become synonymous with elegance, refinement, and glamour. It’s now a vintage-inspired design that has been modernized.

Why Choose a Mermaid Dress?

Often favored for the red carpet, this dress is popular for a very good reason. It highlights a woman’s body beautifully. It creates a gorgeous curvy shape while keeping flattering proportions.

A strapless formal gown shows off the perfect amount of skin for formal events. It allows you to play with adding a necklace to complete the look. You can be free to experiment with jewelry.

The mermaid dress is a great option if you prefer to opt for low pumps. You can even get away with ditching heels entirely. They’ll be conveniently tucked away beneath the tail of a mermaid evening gown.

You’re also free to experiment with different hairstyles. Everything from an elaborate updo to loose, flowing waves look beautiful with a mermaid gown. It gives you the freedom to personalize the final outfit.

For this week’s Fab Five, we curated the best strapless mermaid gowns. We’re exploring how they have become modernized and updated. We’ve chosen our favorite five designs that use the mermaid cut best.

Dress #1: Taupe Sweetheart Neck Beaded Mermaid Dress – Jovani Style 37185

This super glam mermaid prom dress is so feminine. A strapless sweetheart neckline and a crystal-embellished drop waist create an hourglass figure. This silhouette will make the wearer the belle of the ball.

The taupe shade of this dress creates a natural glow with any skin tone, too. One of the stand-out features of this look is the beading and embellishment. It’s intricately designed with close attention to detail. The beads are strategically placed to make a pattern that is both artistic, eye-catching and slimming.

The simple tail end of this dress is crafted from delicate tulle with gentle pleats. It makes the movement of the skirt easy and fluid. The perfect dress for prom or an evening event, this one is going to look gorgeous on everyone who wears it.

Keep your look simple by adding a clutch, heels and one bold makeup feature such as a dark eyeshadow or lip color in a daring tone.

Dress #2: Black Sweetheart  Mermaid Evening Dress -Jovani Style 36396

This sexy mermaid dress is all about the statement appliqué. It’s created in a simple gleaming black fabric. The champagne detailing is sewn close together on the bodice. It becomes larger over the skirt of the garment.

The mermaid tail features further fine detailing with beautiful applique. It highlights the gorgeous drape of this dress even more. This sweeping tail and sweetheart neckline are quintessential mermaid dress features.

This piece has truly refined those design elements. We particularly love how this design creates a visual illusion using the tiny detailing all over. If you usually wear prints, try this one out as an alternative.

Dress #3: Emerald Velvet Mermaid Dress – Jovani Style 27903

Created to show off your figure to the fullest, this body-conscious dress is sexy and bold. It’s constructed from velvet in a rich emerald shade. This mermaid style dress has a plunging neckline that also offers the wearer support through a sheer center panel.

What grabs the most attention is the bottom half of this mermaid design. The fit and flare skirt of this dress is the reason why this one lands on our Fab Five list. That ruffling detail is truly one-of-a-kind and really stands out in person.

The tightly ruffled fabric is clustered together to create the mermaid tail. It makes for an unforgettable silhouette for the wearer. If you’re looking for the perfect mermaid prom dress, this is it!

Dress #4: Ivory and Nude Tiered Mermaid Dress – Jovani Style 27875

If you’re searching for a mermaid wedding dress, look no further than this piece. For lovers of white-hued dresses, it also works perfectly for prom. A classic strapless neckline and sheer tail create a shape that is effortlessly form-fitting.

The bodice and top half of the skirt are decorated with tiny nude metal embellishments. These look modern and on-trend. The sweeping tail of this look adds a delicate touch with sheer layered fabric.

Pair this dress with a loose up-do and neutral dewy makeup to look naturally beautiful no matter the occasion. This flawless piece combines the best of catwalk dress trends with a classic shape. It wins for bridging the gap between fashion-forward and vintage.

Dress #5: Gunmetal mermaid strapless prom dress – Jovani Style 42883

Gunmetal is an increasingly popular color for special event dresses. This gorgeous gown is another no-fail prom option. This one is special for so many reasons: particularly because of the bodice and the detailing.

This mermaid silhouette has a sheer boned bodice featuring stunning silver embellishments. These adorn the gown all the way down to the ruffled skirt. The embellishments cleverly cover the top half of the strapless corset bodice.

This still shows some skin through the sheer panel around the midriff. It’s sexy but still quite concealed and won’t make you feel self-conscious. The gunmetal color of the skirt contrasts with the silver embellishments, adding even more drama.

We suggest you try this look with a bright lip shade and a loose hairstyle. Keep jewelry simple to allow the detailing to shine. Don’t forget to take a photo from behind as this one looks just as gorgeous from the back.

More Mermaid Dress Choices

Mermaid dresses don’t have to be strapless. They can feature a wide range of different tail styles too.  You’ll even find designs with long sleeves, ruffled, sheer and pleated designs. This is just the tip of the iceberg!

You should choose one that speaks to your own individual taste. If you prefer something minimal, search for mermaid dresses with a simple wide-pleated tail. You may be someone who loves all things embellished and sparkling. You’ll find a piece with a beaded or embellished bodice to steal your heart.

You’ll also find many unique wedding dress options in a mermaid style. This is also an appropriate dress style for your prom night. The mermaid silhouette is always flattering, and finding the perfect dress should be simple.

Check out these other lovely mermaid dress options and share your picks with us via Twitter and Instagram. We want to know what would make your personal Fab Five list.

Looking for something different? Check out our previous Fab Five, which counts down the top illusion dresses that will make you look twice.

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