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Prom Nails: 11 Nails Inspired by Prom Dress Styles

by Sigourney Nuñez | May 17, 2016

Preparing for prom is about narrowing it down to just the right look — including the nails. The event is one of the biggest fashion moments in a young girl’s life. From a long princess gown to a frothy flirty frock, or even something totally different, a lot of effort goes into choosing that gorgeous garment. Focus your attention on teenagers this season by offering a manicure to match her favorite formal ensemble so you can transform first-time customers into long-standing appointments. These designed sets are inspired by 11 of the most popular prom dress styles.

Vintage

Frania Hernandez,, House of Polish, Beverly Hills, Calif., @deeznailzdoe

Sweetheart

Frania Hernandez,, House of Polish, Beverly Hills, Calif., @deeznailzdoe

Sheer

Katie Masters, Nail Thoughts, Santa Monica, Calif. @nailthoughts

Jewel-Trimmed

Katie Masters, Nail Thoughts, Santa Monica, Calif. @nailthoughts

Unconventional

Antonia Huerta, Riverside, Calif. @aer_nails

Sequined

Antonia Huerta, Riverside, Calif. @aer_nails

Lace

Antonia Huerta, Riverside, Calif. @aer_nails

Menswear

Frania Hernandez,, House of Polish, Beverly Hills, Calif., @deeznailzdoe

Ball Gown

Jeannette Alfaro, ILuvUrNailz Bay Shore, N.Y. @iluvurnailz

Floral

Jeannette Alfaro, ILuvUrNailz Bay Shore, N.Y. @iluvurnailz

Pleated

Jeannette Alfaro, ILuvUrNailz Bay Shore, N.Y. @iluvurnailz

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