A Movie History of Sweet 16 Dresses

Ah, the sweet 16. The event where young ladies get to celebrate their coming of age with a party surrounded by friends and family. And no matter the occasion, there’s one thing that is always present – the dress! From Disney princesses to vampires to witches, let’s take a look at some of the most iconic sweet 16 dresses as seen throughout movie history.

Clueless (1995)

The 90s were all about bright colors and bold prints, which was perfectly exemplified in Clueless when Cher Horowitz (Alicia Silverstone) wore an adorable yellow plaid skirt suit set with a matching hat and gloves for her surprise sweet 16 celebration. Not only did Cher rock this preppy look but she also started a trend that many girls wanted to copy-cat in real life.

Mean Girls (2004)

One of the most iconic 16th birthday dresses was worn by Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) in Mean Girls. This black strapless dress was simple yet elegant and had just enough sparkle to make it stand out from the crowd without being over-the-top. It also served as a reminder that sometimes less is more when it comes to fashion choices for special occasions.

Twilight (2008)

For her eighteenth birthday in Twilight, Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) donned a vintage black lace gown with an embellished neckline which gave off major gothic vibes that complemented her moody personality perfectly. It was definitely one of the more unique looks on this list – but it still managed to be chic and timeless at the same time!

As we’ve seen throughout movie history, sweet sixteen dresses range from simple and classic to bold and daring depending on the character’s style or mood. No matter what kind of dress you choose for your own special day though, remember that you should always have fun with it and make sure it reflects who you are as an individual! That way your sweet sixteen will be truly unforgettable!