It ranges in length from tea and ballerina to full-length.
Gowns are often made of a luxury fabric such as chiffon, velvet, satin, taffeta or silk.
Ball gowns and evening gowns differ in that a ball gown will always have a full, flared skirt and a strapless bodice; in contrast, an evening gown can be any silhouette - sheath, mermaid, A-line or trumpet shaped - and may have straps, halters or even sleeves.
