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5 ways to stand out at the spring dance

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Every girl wants her dance outfit to be exciting, memorable and of course, compliment-worthy. In order to leave a lasting impression, you need to be able to stand out from the crowd. Get voted best dressed with our tried-and-true tips, below.

 

Bold bling

Add a huge piece of statement jewelry to your ensemble. Pick unique earrings, a set of chunky bracelets or a bedazzled necklace to add pizzazz to a plain dress. Plus, the perfect statement piece will be sure to spark conversation (and compliments!).

 

Pearlescent Flower Necklace $13, forever21.com

 

Nail it

A big trend for spring is a brilliant mani. Whether you go with a fiery red, bright blue or perfect pastel, the trick here is to not go matchy-matchy with your dress.
 

butter London 3 Free Nail Lacquer in Slapper, $14, butterlondon.com

 

Ravishing retro

Stand out from the sea of sparkle with a sweet frock in a retro silhouette. Pretty polkadots are cheerful yet plucky. Just be sure to keep your hair and makeup modern to avoid looking too costumey!

 

Traveling Cupcake Truck Dress, $60, modcloth.com

 

Punch up your pout

The red lip has always been a classic, but it also had a huge presence in the spring 2012 runway shows. Remember, no two red hues are the same, so test out a couple to see if you need a shade with blue undertones (best on pale skin), or orange-y undertones (best on darker skin). Always apply red lipstick with a lip brush for smooth and precise application.
 

Retrofuturist True Red Opaque Lipstick, $16, limecrimemakeup.com

 

Platform panache

Instead of pairing your frock with a neutral peeptoe, try finding a floral print or tribal print heel that has the same color scheme of your dress. So fun, right?
 

Bethany Heel, $30, delias.com

 

 
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BY AMANDA POOLE ON 4/5/2012 12:00:00 AM

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I have a Charlotte Russe black strapless dress with a bejweled bodice for the spring dance. What shoes, makeup, nail color, and purse color should I go for in order to stand out?

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by lonelyunicorn298 on 4/11/2012 9:34:01 AM

 
 

Okay, so I have a Charlotte Russe Black strapless dress with a bejweled bodice in the middle. I am not use to wearing black so how will I stand out from the cloud? May I please have the appropriate makeup, nails, and color purse?

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by lonelyunicorn298 on 4/11/2012 9:32:28 AM

 
 

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i have a pale pink all-over sparkly dress with a little silver, a sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps, and tied at the waist. im pale. Whats the best lip color, nail color, and accesories? i dont think the red lips would work.
also, im really bad at talking to guys. im awkward and shy and dont really know what to say, even when its just a random kid. i dont think im a good flirt either. i dont wanna come off strong, but i guess im being too subtle. what am i supposed to do? thanks so much!

Hey girl,

If you're wearing a pale pink dress, red lipstick probably wouldn't be the best choice anyway. Why not try keeping your makeup natural and adding a statement piece of jewelry like a bracelet or cocktail ring? A lot of girls are nervous about talking to guys -- you don't have to flirt or act different than you would normally, so just start a conversation about a comfortable topic like school or movies and see where things go from there! If you keep having conversations, you won't come off as subtle when you spend more time together.

Meghan D.

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by bunnehz on 4/6/2012 10:44:06 PM

 
 



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Im going to a father daughter spring dance, but i dont know what to wear? Im only 12, no high heels or short short dresses without straps/sleeves.

 

Hey! what about a long skirt with a top? 


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by tori42 on 4/6/2012 4:58:29 PM

 
 



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My school's spring dance is coming up and I already got my dress but I have no idea what shoes to wear! It's like a shiny champagne color and I can't think of any colors that would go with it, do you know what colors look good with champagne? Thanks!




Hey girlie,

I'd probably go with either a patent nude heel or a sparkly gold strappy sandal! You could also try a chocolate brown or go bold with a pop of color like royal blue, emerald green, or funky purple pumps Smile
Lauren C.

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by alwayslaughing on 4/5/2012 10:06:43 PM

 
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