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What Is a Mermaid Dress? Style Guide for Special Occasions Mermaid dresses steal attention with their sculpted curves and head-turning flares. You might expect these dresses to be just for runways or celebrities, but the truth is they have become a favorite for everyone from brides to prom night guests. What surprises most people is that mermaid dresses are not just about looks—structured fabrics like duchesse satin and mikado silk actually support the dramatic shape, turning each dress i …