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ARTICLE BY ALISHA RIMANDO | PUBLISHED IN 2025
Prom season is officially here and while dresses are flying off the racks and blowout bars are fully booked, there’s one essential step every glam girl knows she can’t skip: the nails. No prom look is complete without a trip to your local mani magician, and this year, teens are booking nail appointments from sun-up to sundown to make sure their fingertips are just as fabulous as their fits.
With floor-sweeping gowns, body-hugging silhouettes, and sky-high slits stealing the spotlight, this year’s prom fashion is bringing the drama and your nails should too. GlossaryLive is your go-to for matching that mood with step-by-step printable tutorials that are as easy as they are stunning. Whether you’re keeping it classic or dialing up the dazzle, we’ve got you covered.
For a soft and romantic vibe, match your mani to your gown in pale pinks or go with a timeless French tip. It’s simple, elegant, and pairs perfectly with keyhole bustiers and ruffle-heavy gowns. Want to add a little sparkle to your sequins? Try a dreamy cat-eye gel polish for that lit-from-within shimmer, or pop on a few foil accents to channel your inner prom queen glam.
Loving luxe elegance? Long ballerina or coffin nails in nude or blush are making waves, especially when dressed up with a touch of 3D embellishment. Think crystals, pearls, or delicate florals for that ultra-feminine finish.
And if your dress is bold and bright, lean into color with a reverse French mani. Add your favorite shade to the nail bed, then glam up the free edge with a swipe of gold or silver metallic polish.
No matter what your prom vibe is sweet, sparkly, or show-stopping, GlossaryLive’s Tag That Trend step-by-step tutorials get you from prep to prom with picture-perfect nails that complete your look. This season, your nails don’t just match your outfit… they make it.