When it comes to dresses, skaters know how to perfect a sophisticated and elegant look.  So it's no surprise that when a skating trend takes off, it's usually classy and not likely to immediately fade out of style.  As you start planning for the upcoming season, here's a look back at some of our favorite trends that we predict will have serious staying power!

1. Ombrés

Whether it's a pop of color at the skirt hem, or a full bodice color fade, a gradient color change is a great way to add a touch of elegance and interest to any skate dress.  

Clockwise from top left: Wisconsin Edge, Style: Sansa, National Blades SST,  Eislau FSC

2. Asymmetrical Bodice à la Gracie Gold's Iconic Red Dress

Back in 2012, Olympic figure skater Gracie Gold wore a stunning red dress (upper right below) to the Rostelecom Cup/Cup Of Russia 2012, designed by Brad Griffies. Ever since, we've spotted teams wearing a similar version of this graceful look.  Always asymmetrical with swooping lines, and always chic!    

Clockwise from top left: Capital Ice SST, Gracie Gold (Designed by Brad Griffies, Photo via Life Skate), Hockettes, Fond du Lac Blades, Style: Evangaline

3. The Necklace Look

While jewelry doesn't fall within competition guidelines, super bling rhinestones taking the shape of necklaces certainly do!  This look works best with a lot of oversize jewels for maximum sparkle at a distance.   The Crystallettes Senior Team wore it best at the World Synchronized Skating Championships this past season!! 

Clockwise from top left: Miami University JV SST, St. Louis Synergy, Shattuck - St. Mary's Sabres, Style: Nola

4. Deep V Neckline

The v-neckline keeps plunging, and it continues to get even more stunning.  Nude illusion keeps the look modest and stay-in-place to let you do what you do best: skate!    

Clockwise from top left: University of Michigan SST, Style: Sage, Miami University, Style: Emmaline