Neon Prom Dresses

Neon Prom Dresses 

Neon tones dial spring pastels up to 11, and a neon prom dress shows that you’re bold and vibrant, just like the colors! Neon prom dresses will definitely make an entrance, no matter what silhouette you choose. 

Neon dresses are perfect for a “Throwback” prom theme, as they can exude both 80s and 90s vibes depending on your dress’s silhouette and how you style it. These dresses are also great for dances featuring a blacklight – you may get your whole gown to glow! 

Regardless of which neon hue you go with, pictures outside will be stunning. The saturation of the neon will look fabulous against the softer spring colors. Colors that have a strong contrast with green will especially pop against the spring backdrop. 

Light Neon Prom Dresses

Light neon prom dresses are gowns in neon yellow, pink, orange, and some shades of green. These are the really showstopping neon colors that will have all eyes on you. 

These colors tend to be warm tones, which will make warm skin and hair undertones pop in pictures. Light neon dresses look particularly stunning with dark hair – opt for beach waves to accentuate this contrast and showcase your anticipation for summer. 

You can accessorize a light neon dress in other shades of the same color, other warm colors, or metallics (especially gold). Black can hold up to a neon prom dress in accessories and shoes, but be sure to try the whole look on first. When in doubt, go more demure, especially with a more detailed or dramatic dress. 

Dark Neon Prom Dresses

Dark neon prom dresses cover those ultra-vibrant shades of blue and purple, as well as darker shades of neon green. These aren’t your traditional highlighter neons, but they still embody the saturation and boldness that the neon trend is known for. 

Since darker neons tend to complement cooler colors, skin and hair with cool undertones tend to stand out more in pictures. It may be easier to find a green or purple with warmer tones, but if you have warm undertones and fall in love with a neon blue dress, go for it – your big night is about what makes you feel fabulous.

When you’re choosing shoes and accessories, you can’t go wrong with darker hues, like black or dark tones of the color you have on. Metallics are great and will work with just about any dark neon shade, especially silver. You may want to avoid white, as that contrast may draw attention from your dress. 

Short Neon Prom Dress

Because prom dress codes tend to be formal, short dresses are a standout choice for the event, and they’re no less audacious in a neon color. If you like to keep it a little more playful, a short neon prom dress will definitely show it. 

Short neon dresses are great for a throwback theme prom while still maintaining a sense of glamour. You can go with a fitted look to embody the 90s or do something with more volume in the skirt for a look that moves with you. A-line neon dresses can be a nod to the 80s, depending on how voluminous the skirt is – all you need to do is tease your hair! 

Shoes can have more of a moment when paired with a short dress because your legs act as a buffer, but be sure to wear shoes you can move in. This will make it easier to dance the night away! 

Long Neon Prom Dress

If your prom has a “Throwback” theme, a long neon gown is a great compromise between staying true to the theme and the formality of the dress code (and showing your personality!) For the most part, you’ll be choosing between a fitted dress or a more dramatic one, like a ball gown silhouette. 

Fitted silhouettes can elevate the ultra-whimsical colors, especially if you’re looking to tone down a bright yellow or pink. However, if you’re looking for a showstopper, you might want to go more audacious. There are few dresses more attention-grabbing than a neon ball gown, and there certainly aren’t a lot of occasions that you get to wear one. Ball gowns are also great for a dramatic prom queen look. 

You’ll likely want to keep accessories demure with a longer dress. A short dress may be able to pull off a statement piece, but longer dresses are more prone to compete with accessories. Shoes the same shade as your dress or skin tone, or dainty sandals, will keep the attention on your dress where it belongs. 

Neon Prom Dresses for a Bold and Showstopping Look! 

If you’re looking to pull out all the stops, a vivid neon prom dress will definitely turn heads, no matter what your perfect color is. For more on getting ready for prom and choosing your dream dress, check out our guide!