Prom Dresses

36 Ways to Dress Like a Celebrity at Prom

Turn heads in celeb-inspired looks. Red carpet not included.
By Jane Keltner de Valle & Shiona L. Turini
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    Rooney Mara

    Accessorize star clutch, $79. Accessorize stores.

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    Rooney Mara

    in Nina Ricci.

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    Rooney Mara

    Givenchy Rouge Interdit Satin Lipstick in Voluptuous Nude, $29. Sephora.

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    Rooney Mara

    David's Bridal sequin clutch, $29. David's Bridal stores.

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    Amber Le Bon

    Asos dress, $173. asos.com.

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    Amber Le Bon

    Adrianna Papell organza dress, $160. Nordstrom.

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    Amber Le Bon

    Yves Saint Laurent Paris Premieres Roses eau de toilette, $98 for 4.2 oz. yslbeautyus.com.

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    Amber Le Bon

    BCBG Max Azria feathered clutch, $148. BCBG Max Azria stores.

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    Amber Le Bon

    R.J. Graziano jeweled bracelet, $45. (212) 685-1248.

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    Taylor Swift

    in Reem Acra.

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    Taylor Swift

    DXG USA 1080p HD camcorder, $200. dxgusa.com.

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    Taylor Swift

    Forever 21 chandelier earrings, $7. Select Forever 21 stores.

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    Taylor Swift

    Taylor Swift Wonderstruck eau de parfum, $50 for 1.7 oz. Macy's.

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    Taylor Swift

    Alice + Olivia glitter dress. aliceandolivia.com.

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    Taylor Swift

    Nina peep-toe shoes, $89. ninashoes.com.

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    Taylor Swift

    Tiffany & Co. bracelet bag, Tiffany & Co.

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    Taylor Swift

    Jill Stuart glitter heels, Jill Stuart, NYC.

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    Carey Mulligan

    in Roland Mouret.

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    Carey Mulligan

    Miele jersey dress, $310. Carlos Miele, NYC.

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    Carey Mulligan

    Gucci heart pendant, $205. Select Gucci stores.

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    Carey Mulligan

    Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Dragon, $26. chanel.com.

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