A satin two piece prom dress works because the satin drapes beautifully and the two piece format means you get shape and proportion. The separation between top and bottom creates a visual break that is flattering and reads as intentional. Two piece satin dresses usually have a fitted bodice or crop top and a skirt with either volume or a slit or both. The satin finish means the dress reads as formal without feeling heavy. We prefer solid colors that let the drape and silhouette do the work. A satin two piece dress is the piece that makes you look shaped and elegant without requiring you to wear a single silhouette.