You’ve found the perfect prom dress, and you love everything about it. Now comes the fun part! Figuring out which accessories like shoes, jewelry, and a clutch to wear with your perfect dress.
How to Style and Accessorize a Prom Dress
Whether you’re going for a classic look with a chic black dress or making a statement with a bright colorful prom dress, accessorizing is key to creating the perfect prom dress ensemble. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to choose the right accessories for formal events like prom.
Styling Your Prom Dress: Finding the Right Accessories
Creating the perfect prom look begins with taking into account your personal accessory style along with the style and color of your dress. The right accessories can take your look from good to great, making your prom outfit unforgettable. Here are some tips to help you choose the best accessories for your special occasion.
Picking Prom Jewelry
When selecting any accessories or jewelry, you’ll also want to choose whether you want tones of gold, silver, clear crystal, or colorful gemstones to accent your dress color. That will help lead you in the right direction when selecting the rest of your pieces.
Necklaces for Your Prom Dress
If you want to wear a necklace, the necklace you might choose may depend on the neckline of your dress. For a strapless prom dress or a sweetheart neckline, a statement necklace can add a touch of elegance and become the focal point of your outfit.
On the other hand, choker necklaces work wonderfully with an open neckline, adding a sophisticated and modern touch. Some dresses don’t need a necklace at all. Off-the-shoulder styles or halter neck gowns or dresses with detail at the neckline already look great without anything at all.
Earrings for Prom
Your choice of earrings should complement your dress as well as taking into account your hairstyle and the neckline of your dress. Chandelier earrings are a great way to add glamour to your look, especially if you have an updo or an open neckline. For a more subtle look, small hoops or simple earrings can be the perfect accessory. Statement earrings, on the other hand, can be paired with simpler dresses to add a touch of boldness to your prom night look. If you’re wearing a bold necklace or just want a more minimal look that draws attention to your face, try some sparkling stud earrings, or a cluster earring that draws attention to your face.
Prom Hair Accessories
Hair accessories are the perfect touch for adding a little extra to your hairstyle and completing your prom look. You’ll want to decide how you’re wearing your hair, down, up or half up or down, and many other options in between. Then you’ll want to decide what kind of accessory might best accent that hairstyle. There are so many special occasion hair accessories to choose from like crystal or embellished bobby pins, a sparkly hair clip, a crystal barrette, or other delicate hair accessories. Something eye-catching will give a finished look to your hairstyle and compliment the total outfit.
Prom Shoes
When you pick out prom shoes, style is important but so is comfort. If you think you’ll be spending lot of time on the dance floor, make sure your shoes are comfortable enough to last all night. We know some promgoers opt for hiding or flaunting stylish sneakers or other comfortable shoes.
That said there’s no doubt that high heels go hand in hand with formal wear. Block heel styles are great for style, comfort, and stability. You can also choose elegant flats or stylish open-toe high-heel sandals.
Again keeping the colors of your dress in mind, you can choose a neutral that matches your skin tone, a pair of embellished heels in a gold, or silver metallic style, or something that coordinates with your dress. We love floral print shoes for this! Just try them on so that you’re sure to choose a pair that complements your dress and ensures you can enjoy the night without hurting your feet.
Clutches and Evening Bags
An evening bag like a clutch is a great choice for an evening bag that pairs well with formal attire. It’s not only practical for carrying essentials like your phone, money, lipstick, and ID, but it also can add to the look of your outfit. Opt for a small, elegant evening bag that matches the color and style of your other accessories and pairs well with your Metallic or sequined clutches are popular choices that can add a touch of sparkle to your look, and will be useful again for other formal events or to bring with you on a night out in the future.
Accessorizing Based on Your Dress Color
All the different dress colors for prom can call for different accessories. Here are a few ideas for how to match your accessories to some popular prom dress colors:
Accessories for a Red Prom Dress
A red prom dress is bold and eye-catching. To complement this vibrant color, choose accessories in neutral tones or classic gold. Gold prom dress accessories, such as a gold clutch or gold jewelry, can add a touch of sophistication to your look. For a daring contrast, consider silver accessories or white gold jewelry.
Styling a Black Prom Dress
A black prom dress is timeless and elegant. It allows for versatile accessorizing. Pair your dress with statement pieces, like a glitzy necklace or chandelier earrings, to add some sparkle. A black-tie affair calls for accessories that are both glamorous and classic, such as pearl necklaces or a chic evening bag.
Accessory Ideas for a Blue Prom Dress
Blue dresses, whether navy or royal blue, are versatile and stylish. Complement your blue dress with silver accessories for a cool, elegant look. A statement necklace or a pair of dangling earrings in silver can enhance the color of your dress. For a more playful look, consider accessories in complementary colors, like turquoise or coral.
Final Touches
To complete your prom look, don’t forget the final touches or hair and makeup
Your hair and makeup should complement your dress and accessories. Consider your dress’s formality, your skin tone, and your personal style when deciding on your prom night look.
Accessorizing your prom dress is all about finding the right balance between style and comfort. By carefully selecting accessories that complement your dress and enhance your personal style, you can create a fantastic outfit that will leave a lasting impression. Remember to consider your body type, the style of your dress, and the formality of the event when choosing your accessories. With the perfect prom dress and the right accessories, you’re sure to have a memorable and magical prom night.