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27 Unique Prom Dresses to Show Off Your One-of-a-Kind Style

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Rachel Aschenbrand-Robinson
Shop the Look: Wonderstruck White Glitter Lace-Up Embroidered Lace Maxi Dress; Image via @oliviacalabio

Besides maybe school dress codes, prom dresses don’t have rules, so the main focus should be on finding a look that fits you–the best version of you–in every way. It’s your moment on the red carpet, after all-and you don’t want to look like everyone else.

Shop the Look: Picturesque Aura Royal Blue Sequin Lace-Up Two-Piece Maxi Dress

We’ve rounded up the most unique prom dresses in the top trends of the season to simplify the shopping process. You’re sure to find a style that suits your personal taste here, from bold colors to sexy details and dramatic silhouettes. Check out this season’s best prom looks below!

Bright Prom Dresses

Prom is basically the biggest school event of the year, and your excuse to be as bold as your heart desires! This season, we’re seeing tons of dresses in bright, brilliant shades of orange, green, yellow, and beyond! One of our favorite bold color trends is monochromatic styling, which you can do with literally any color.

Lime Green Tulle Bustier Tiered Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Rule the Runway Lime Green Tulle Bustier Tiered Maxi Dress

Orange Iridescent Sequin Lace-Up Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Glittering Sensation Orange Iridescent Sequin Lace-Up Maxi Dress

Blue Mesh Cross-Front Halter Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Never-Ending Glamour Blue Mesh Cross-Front Halter Maxi Dress

Yellow High-Low Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: In Love Forever Mustard Yellow Satin Lace-Up High-Low Maxi Dress

Hot Pink Strapless Two-Piece Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Immaculate Glamour Hot Pink Strapless Two-Piece Maxi Dress

Sequin Prom Dresses

Speaking of being bold and standing out, what makes you look more like the star of the show than a dress that shines, shimmers, and glitters? Sparkly sequin dresses come in every iteration from solid neutrals to bright engineered patterns. When styling a shiny dress, try wearing similar metallics, or keeping your accessories minimal so they won’t clash with your dress.

Black Sheer Mesh Sequin Fringe Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Sheer Fascination Black Sheer Mesh Sequin Fringe Maxi Dress

Emerald Sequin Strapless Feather Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Everlasting Radiance Emerald Sequin Strapless Feather Maxi Dress

Blue Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Dazzle Them All Blue Sequin One-Shoulder Maxi Dress

Light Blue Sequin Two-Piece Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Flashy Fascination Light Blue Sequin Two-Piece Maxi Dress

Black Sequin Cutout One-Shoulder Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Shimmering Allure Black Sequin Cutout One-Shoulder Maxi Dress

Tiered Prom Dresses

Tiered ruffles are flirty and feminine, and one of our favorite details for 2024! Tiers have movement and drama that make any prom dress feel completely showstopping. Whether you wear a dress with a full tulle skirt or choose one with siwshy pleated ruffles, you’ll be firmly on-trend with your frilly prom fit.

Hot Pink Sequin Strapless Bustier Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Definite Glamour Hot Pink Sequin Strapless Bustier Maxi Dress

Pink Mesh Swiss Dot Backless Tiered Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Pure Radiance Pink Mesh Swiss Dot Backless Tiered Maxi Dress

Blue Mesh Strapless Ruched Ruffled Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Delightful Beauty Blue Mesh Strapless Ruched Ruffled Maxi Dress

Beige Floral Embroidered Ruffled Tiered Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: True to Heart Beige Floral Embroidered Ruffled Tiered Maxi Dress

Ivory Tulle Embroidered Backless Midi Dress

Shop the Look: Confidently Gorgeous Ivory Tulle Embroidered Backless Midi Dress

Sexy Prom Dresses

As long as you’re following the dress code, there’s no reason you can’t wear something that makes you feel sexy to prom! You should feel your best, and sometimes showing a little extra skin or wearing something with sexy details can help you to feel your best. For prom 2024, we’re loving bustiers, slits, cowl necks, and other details that draw attention to your look.

Black Strapless Bustier Mermaid Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Iconic Arrival Black Strapless Bustier Mermaid Maxi Dress

Green Sequin Bustier Skater Dress

Shop the Look: Going Glam Dark Green Sequin Bustier Skater Dress

Teal Mesh Cross-Front Halter Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Never-Ending Glamour Teal Mesh Cross-Front Halter Maxi Dress

Black One-Shoulder Mermaid Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Modern Attraction Black One-Shoulder Mermaid Maxi Dress

Burgundy and Red Color Block Satin Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Gorgeous Arrival Burgundy and Red Color Block Satin Maxi Dress

High Drama

Why bother holding back your glory when you can go for the high drama and honor your most extra self? We’re loving long trains, high slits, unique silhouettes and patterns, and bold embellishments that scream opulence and luxury. Embrace the moment and enjoy your time to shine in a high-drama with some high-fashion and choose a piece that shows off your unique vibes.

Purple Floral Strapless Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Wonderful Waltz Purple Floral Print Strapless Bustier Maxi Dress

Teal Blue Satin Pleated Strapless Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Ethereal Excellence Teal Blue Satin Pleated Strapless Maxi Dress

Black Feather Strapless Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Fabulous Statement Black Feather Strapless Maxi Dress

Royal Blue Satin Strappy Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Perfectly Classy Royal Blue Satin Strappy Maxi Dress

Hot Pink Strapless Organza Maxi Dress

Shop the Look: Serenity Hot Pink Strapless Organza Maxi Dress

Don’t forget to show us your prom looks on Instagram or TikTok @lulus using #lovelulus–and shop more unique prom dresses in our Prom shop!

This post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated with new content.

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