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Prom Dress Inspiration: CFDA Gallery

By Casey Lewis, About.com

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Floral prints

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When it comes to formal events, large flower patterned dresses (Compare Prices) are often overlooked in favor of understated black gowns. The CFDA's were a definite exception. If anyone can pull off bright blossoms, it's the fashion industry.

Anna Wintour, the editor of Vogue and one of the most influential voices in fashion, wore a shift dress in a cool black-and-white floral pattern that is sure to show up next prom season. Several designers including Nicole Miller and Tory Burch showed up in their own version of the blooming ball gown.

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