French is a perfect manicure that is suitable for any occasion in the world. But simple French nails might not be enough for a prom. Consider adding some glittery polish on just one-half of each nail to give them a festive look. $5.79 at amazon.com

Color transition is easy to create and it can make your nails look really impressive. Make the base of your nail pink and cover half of it with several layers of burgundy glitter. Apply just one layer near the base for the transition to look perfect. $12.50 at amazon.com

Short coral nails always look neat and can be a great addition to a white or an emerald dress. In order to give these prom nails some additional style, use silver line stickers on one of the fingers. You can cover them with clear polish for better effect. $9.00 at amazon.com

These are perfect nails for a darker prom dress. The glittery burgundy base looks amazing with large black tips. Such manicure will look good on any nail shape and size as long as it’s neatly done. $4.99 at amazon.com

If going full-time Burberry is not your goal, you can settle for this fun imitation. Black base stops looking dark and dull when you add some colorful lines on top of it. You can either draw them or use stickers. Different colors for each nail are preferable. $1.19 at amazon.com

If you are not a big fan of bright nail designs and want to keep everything simple yet stylish, consider sticking crystals to the base of your pink nails. In order to diversify the manicure, consider making one of the nails silver and glittery. $7.99 at amazon.com

This is a truly unique way to go about prom nails. Essentially this is square nails painted pink and covered with clear glittery polish. However, the polish is not neatly applied but is smudged on the surface. $17.99 at amazon.com

Matte blue nails are an interesting choice for a prom that shouldn’t be overlooked. It is hard to choose a dress that suits blue nails but if you have one of those, your manicure will look fantastic. Think about making one of your nails silver and glittery. $10.00 at amazon.com

A prom signifies the end of carefree high school life so why not pay it some tribute. Make a simple French manicure and apply blue strokes that resemble pen writing on one of the nails. $9.45 at amazon.com

Candy cane design is a great idea for prom nails. You can use any color you’d like but the most neutral will be white and silver. Such color combination is perfect for any image you choose. $3.83 at amazon.com

Adding some black glitter to pink nails is a good idea which is easy to do at home. A black and pink combination looks impressive and can be a great addition to your prom style. $7.95 at amazon.com

Painting all of your nails with golden glitter seems like going overboard. However, one golden nail among pink ones creates a fun Egyptian style most girls should consider for their prom image. $9.00 at amazon.com

Get creative with your French manicure by painting black hearts on the tips of pink nails. Add even more fun to the image by making one of the nails silver or golden and glittery. $3.86 at amazon.com

Simple silver glittery nails are great for a prom. But in the modern world such simple manicure might be considered dull. Add some blue crystals to at least one of your nails. $6.50 at amazon.com

If you like complicated shapes, these prom nails are for you. Mountain nails will look wonderful with bright purple colors as long as they suit the rest of your image. $9.00 at amazon.com

White is often the color of choice for prom nails since dresses are usually on the white side. Diversify this overwhelming whiteness with clear crystals and some silver polish. $5.42 at amazon.com

Purple is a good color of choice for special occasions. Such prom nails will give your image an additional flavor. The longer the nails are, the better this color will look. $10.00 at amazon.com

Simple French nails are always a no-lose option. There is a myriad of ways to go about making them a little more special. For instance, you can outline the tips with some glittery polish. $5.95 at amazon.com

If you love red nail varnish but don’t know how to make it appear festive, use 3D designs. Large crystals and shiny bows will make your nails look fantastic. $6.99 at amazon.com

If you have dark skin then white nails are for you. They will look especially dazzling and fabulous regardless the length. $10.99 atamazon.com

Beads are always a smart way to go in order to make the nails look fantastic. While they might not be suitable for everyday wear, they will make a prom night special. $7.99 at amazon.com

Delicate colors are perfect for prom nails. A little glitter will make them even more interesting. Just make sure not to overdo it. $9.00 at amazon.com

While dark blue is something that needs a special image, light blue and white nails look subtle enough for many attire options. Add some silver lines and glitter to shine even brighter. $7.00 at amazon.com

Black and white is a wise choice of colors for prom nails when your dress is very bright. Balance out the colors with the golden stripes. $6.37 at amazon.com

White flowers look good on practically any varnish color. If you are painting the nails on your own, get white flower stickers that will brighten up any manicure. $3.29 at amazon.com

If black and white seems too simple for you, add some shiny silver into the mix. Alternate black, white and silver nails and add some crystals to the fully black ones. $12.99 at amazon.com

Diversify your subtle French manicure with beautiful flower petals. Make sure that you add some bright colors for the nails not to look dull during the special occasion. $1.30 at amazon.com

Black tips are an unusual addition to a simple black manicure. To go even further, add some glitter and draw a simple flower on one of the nails. $4.29 at amazon.com

Give your simple French manicure some flavor by adding autumn leaf colors to one of the nails. These fall tunes can look very attractive with all kinds of dresses. $11.14 at amazon.com

A special occasion is a great time to go all out with your nails. Look for special pink and glittery nail polish and alternate it with simple pink varnish. Add some crystals to complete the look. $10.00 at amazon.com

Aquamarine is the color which will look good on any nails. Adding some glitter will make such nails suitable for the most special occasions. $4.29 at amazon.com

If used the right way, the crystals and glitter will make a perfect combination for your amazing prom nails. The worst thing you can do here is overdo the glitter. Be careful. $6.11 at amazon.com

Pink, black and white colors create amazing Japanese designs. The color of cherry tree blossom and black strokes will make your nails look impressive. $6.10 at amazon.com

Another way to add some zest to your French prom nails is to use tip designs. Simple white tips will immediately get a new life if you just add some golden strokes. $3.96 at amazon.com

If you have some special design ideas, there is no reason to put them off for later. Delicate black patterns can be a great match for your little black dress. $12.50 at amazon.com

If you are into dark colors, there is no reason to overlook simple black nails. They can be a great addition to a white or a blue dress or can outline a red attire. $5.44 at amazon.com

If by the time the prom comes you won’t grow long nails and are not a fan of gel and acrylic, there is no reason to worry. Simple French manicure with bright tips will look great even on the short nails. $5.71 at amazon.com

Drawing flowers on white nails are the classical way to go about a manicure. Let your imagination run wild and draw the most beautiful flowery patterns. $7.00 at amazon.com

Triangular tip outlines are easy to make and they look like a step forward from a simple French manicure. Use any color you wish on the tips and compliment them with rhinestones. $5.99 at amazon.com

When you are looking for a special way to paint your nails, choosing one simple pattern can be more than enough. If you are using blue or aquamarine colors, white stars will be a great idea. $1.54 at amazon.com

Knowing which colors look great together is imperative for choosing the right style for your prom nails. The lilac and aquamarine mix makes a bright yet delicate effect. $10.50 at amazon.com

White caviar nail polish is easy to apply and will make your hands look delicate and very special. $1.47 at amazon.com

The shinier the nail polish you choose is, the better impression it will make. Blinding glitter is a great idea for any design. $5.43 at amazon.com

Black and red is a win-win color combination for any occasion including ones you care about the most. $5.69 at amazon.com Proms nails come in a great variety of designs. They can be chosen to suit your dress or just reflect your mood. Perfect manicure is what you need to feel fabulous during one of the most important dances of your life.