The colors purple and white make for a lovely color combination that is both elegant and fresh. Known for their royal aesthetic, purple and white pair beautifully for prom decor ideas, dresses, suits, and more. With shades of lavender, plum, lilac and royal purple paired alongside crisp white, there are endless decorating possibilities that are sure to make a sophisticated statement.
This guide features 60 stylish purple and white prom ideas that will help you create a prom look that is memorable yet refined. From floral centerpieces to coordinate outfits, we’ll explore decor elements, dresses, and accessories that capture the modern yet timeless essence of these colors.
3D Purple Nails
This image shows a close-up of a woman’s hand with long, neatly manicured fingernails. Each nail has been painted a sheer pale purple shade and decorated with delicate swirling designs done in a slightly darker purple. The designs give the impression of dimensionality, with purple accents curling upwards from the tips of the nails.
Abstract Ombre Nails
This photo features a hand with abstract nail art designs in ombre shades of purple. Each nail has been painted with layers of different hues that fade from a deep plum at the cuticle to a light lilac at the tips. Intricate swirling and dotted patterns have been added using contrasting shades of purple to create an artistic take on typical French manicures.
Bold Purple Short Nails
This image shows a close-up of fingernails that have been painted a bold shade of purple. The nails have been kept short in a rounded square shape. A matte dark purple polish has been applied to entirely coat each nail without any other ornamentation. The solid blocking of color makes a statement while still maintaining a neatly groomed appearance suitable for prom.
Bright Purple Marble Nails
This photo features a hand with nail art done in bright shades of purple with a marbled effect. Each nail has been painted with swirls of light and dark purple polish that blend together indistinctly like marble. Subtle hints of lilac and fuchsia are also mingled in the vibrant color combinations. The free-flowing designs have an abstract appeal that is eye-catching and on trend for prom season.
Bright Purple Square Nails
This image shows a close-up of neatly manicured fingernails that have been painted a bright shade of purple. The nails have been filed into a perfect square shape. A vivid purple polish completely covers each nail without any other embellishments. The monochrome look draws attention to the striking hue and primly polished appearance, conveying a fresh and stylish vibe suitable for prom night.
Cow Print Pastel Square Nails
These square nails sport a playful cow print pattern nestled within a bed of soft pastels. Each neatly filed surface has been painted with a layered blend of pale lilac, mint and lavender hues. Dotted with tiny spots in slightly darker shades, the nails resemble speckled cow fur with the charming design. Subtle yet whimsical.
Dark Purple Glitter Nails
These glittering nails catch the light with each movement. A base of dark plum polish lays the groundwork for delicate strips of sparking silver and purple glitter. The flecks seem to swirl randomly yet come together in shimmering unity. With every flash, a royal aura emerges that glows suitably for a night fit for royalty.
Deep Purple White Nails
These nails present a color clash that harmonizes beautifully. Hues of the deepest purple occupy the bottom halves while crisp white sits above, separated by a straight but soft line. Simple yet striking, the graphic duo demands attention through its high contrast appeal.
Early Bird Purple Fairy Nails
Rising with the sun comes the whimsical spirit of these fairylike nails. Shades of lavender, periwinkle and pale amethyst sweep across the surfaces like morning mists. Delicate lines add the silhouettes of folded fairy wings along the cuticles. A soft rising color gradient lifts your spirits as much as it hints at the early birds who inspired such a magical manicure’s natural beauty.
Electric Violet Coffin Nails
These avant-garde nails demand attention through their lively alacrity. Carried from cuticles out in sharply defined edges, vibrant violet paints the tapered “coffin” shapes into existence. Almost appearing illuminated from within, the electrifying hue brings an energizing twist to the classic style.
Fluorescent Purple White Nails
Under black lights, these nails would glow like neon signs. Stripes of fluorescent purple and white blaze against each other with high-visibility vibrancy, turning even simple linework into a spectacular show. Applied with unwavering precision, the color blocks form modern graphics that provide just the right mix of eye-catching flash and refined polish.
French Violet White Nails
These nails exude vintage allure with a modern edge. A classic French manicure design is reinvented through the use of muted violets where pinks normally reside. Sitting above a gentle grape-hued base, crisp white smiles demurely as its rounded corners are traced with the faintest of plummy lines.
Gel Flower Purple Nails
Blooming across these nails is a garden of ethereal embellishments. A base of periwinkle gel polish provides the backdrop for delicate lilac and fuchsia petals. Arranged casually yet with artful eyes, the petal clusters resemble sinking violets and gentle peonies. Subtle shimmers are tucked within the blossoms, adding their own natural radiance to the overall manicure.
Gel Polish Petal Nails
Gathered at the tips of these nails are colorful blossoms shaped from light itself. A base of creamy white gel polish nurtures shades of iris, orchid and plum petals fused together. Curving and feathering outwards, each petal formation appears meticulously yet organically crafted. As if captured blooming.
Glitter Purple Nails
These nails sparkle with textured vivacity. A rich grape hue acts as the backdrop for pops of vibrant lilac and fuchsia glitter. Like tiny gemstones embedded, the flecks catch the light with dazzling refraction. Applied generously yet with purpose, the glitters graduate from a concentrated cuticle band outwards.
Glitter Square Nails
These square nails brim with glittering personality. A clear polish base allows colorful flecks of many shapes and hues to shine through unfettered – teals and pinks, purples and silvers. Scattered from full to faint, the prismatic glitters dance like heavens under beams. Whether flashing together or apart, their vivacious coordination dazzles the eyes.
Grape Jelly Square Nails
A burst of purple pops against these squarely shaped nails. With seamless smoothness, a thick grape jelly polish coats each surface to a high-gloss shine. The deep, dense color spreads across like cooled jam, delivering an appetizing burst of color. Whether simply taking notes or taking to prom’s dance floor,
Half Purple Iris White Nails
Blooming across these nails is an elegant half-and-half design. On one side, violet iris petals gradually fade from a dense shade. Their floral silhouette elegantly mirrors that which blooms on the opposing side in silky white. Where the colors meet sits a delicate curved line, neither overpowering the other.
Indigo Gel Flower Nails
These nails become nocturnal botanical gardens under black lights. An inky indigo base serves as the backdrop for frosted floral clusters realistically rendered in gel. Peonies and baby’s breath puff wispily while forget-me-nots dot in concentrated colonies. Applied by an artist’s hand, the blooms appear freshly brushed with morning dew.
Iris Purple Halloween Nails
Blossoming spookily across these nails is a garden of cut-out irises. On the lower half of each square tip, a deep plum hue provides a rich petalled base. Above, inky black coating peeks through intricate iris silhouettes, cut from a veil of violet polish. Applied with exacting care, the blossoms appear to bloom eerily for the occasion.
Lavender White French Tip Nails
These classics nails receive an ethereal update. A gentle lavender coats the undersides in a glossy oval base. Above, crisp white polish forms delicate half-moons, their rounded edges tracing a faded gradient. Subtle as if catching the moon’s gleam, the colors evoke twilight’s blooms and stars just peeking through.
Leafy Purple Almond Nails
Nature inspires these almond-shaped nails. A rich grape hue serves as the backdrop for leafy appliques delicately placed. Resembling fallen petals or pressed flora kept close, the cut-out botanicals appear arranged with a pastoral painter’s eye. Their lilac and plum hues capturing the woods’ fading tones.
Light Purple Marble Nails
Soft lilac swirls embellish these natural nails. Within a cream coating, delicate shadows and streaks create the illusion of creamy marble. Wisps of lavender eddy and swirl without pattern, their pale pigments mingling like milky clouds. Applied by a light hand, the look feels frosty yet luxurious.
Lilac Purple Ballerina Nails
Pirouetting across these almond-shaped nails is a scene of poise and grace. A plush mulberry cream serves as the pale pink stage where tiny gemstone-like charms take center position. Delicate lilac ballet slippers and spinning ballerinas charm with charming detail. Applied by a steady hand, each miniature dancer appears gracefully en pointe.
Lilac Purple Glitter Nails
Clouds of lilac glitter drift across these rounded nails. Within a periwinkle cream backdrop, puffs of shimmering fragments catch the light. Applied loosely yet concentrated on the undersides, the tiny specks resemble a sky just after rain. Their delicate shine brings a dreamlike aura as the hands dance.
Long Purple Summer Nails
Warmth and color suffuse these long oval nails. A ripe plum polish coats each lengthy surface, its deep tones reminiscent of summer’s roadside berries. Applied to graceful length and high shine finish, the color evokes sun-kissed days strewn leisurely along the horizon. As the fingers flicker so to the eyes, capturing glimpses of leisure without haste.
Luxury Purple Square Nails
Royal opulence defines these square nails. A decadent fuchsia pink coats each surface in a French manicure swoop. Within its vibrant tone, subtle hues shift like amethyst glimpsed through fine crystal. Along with precision edges and flawless shine, lavishness emanates from each well-groomed tip.
Marble Nails
These nails have a light lavender color on them. Thin wispy strokes of lighter and darker purple swirl across. The colors blend together smoothly. It makes the nails look like smooth stone. The marbled effect is subtle yet beautiful. It will make hands look elegant for any event.
Medium Purple Square Nails
These nails have neat square edges. A medium rosy purple polish covers the whole nail. The color is bright but not too dark. It stands out against the skin. Applied smoothly with a shine added on top. The nails look polished and well-kept. This look is classy yet understated for any occasion wearer wishes to attend.
Orchid Purple Floral Nails
These nails have an orchid purple color on them. Thin delicate flowers are applied on each nail. Petals, leaves and thin lines make up each bloom. The tiny fake flowers come in different shades of purple too. Applied with a light hand, the flowers float gently on the nails. Whoever wears these nails will feel surrounded by a spring breeze.
Orchid Purple White Nails
A woman’s hand displays fingernails painted with an orchid flower design. Delicate streaks and dots of pale purple and brilliant white create the impression of multiple orchid blooms across the nails. The intricate yet whimsical manicure looks feminine with its use of the colors purple and white. Subtle shading adds texture and depth to the realistic blossoms adorning each nail.
Pale Purple Almond Nails
Long almond-shaped nails are painted a pale lavender purple hue. Subtle white accents are added, resembling the streaks and dots seen on real orchid flowers. The delicate manicure mimics the appearance of multiple dainty orchid blooms scattered across the nails. Though understated in color, the whimsical nail art style enhances the feminine look of the hands.
Pastel Stilleto Nails
Fingernails have been sculpted into long, tapered stiletto shapes and painted a shimmering pastel mixture. Hints of rose, lilac and pearl blend softly across the high-gloss surfaces. Subtle white accents are added to replicate the natural streaks seen within certain orchid flowers.
Plum Purple Galaxy Nails
The fingernails have a dark plum purple color on them. Small shiny dots in different colors like silver, blue and gold have been added to the nails. The shiny dots look like stars in the sky. They are spread out all over the nails to make patterns like a galaxy in the sky. Though the base color is purple, the starry dots make the nails look colorful and interesting.
Purple Almond Nails
These fingernails have an almond shape. They have been painted a dark purple color. Small white flowers have been painted onto the nails. The white flowers have green stems and leaves painted with them. The white flowers stand out against the dark purple color. They look pretty and like real flowers on the nails.
Purple Butterfly Nails
These fingernails have a purple color painted on them. Small images of white butterflies have been painted onto the nails. The white butterflies have details like spots and lines painted on them. The butterflies are spread out nicely across the purple nails. Though the base is purple,
Purple Crystal Nails
These fingernails have a dark purple polish on them. Tiny clear crystal jewels in different shapes have been added to the nails. Some crystals are square and some are round. The crystals catch the light and sparkle on the purple nails. Though the nails are one color, the small sparkly crystals make the manicure fun and eye-catching.
Purple Heart Nails
These fingernails have a bright purple color on them. Small red heart shapes have been painted onto the nails. Some hearts are regular size and some are smaller. The red hearts stand out clearly against the purple background. Though simply done, the heart shapes add a touch of fun and love to the solid purple manicure.
Purple Love Nails
These fingernails have a dark purple polish on them. In a lighter purple color, the word “love” has been written across each nail. The letters are written in a cursive style. Though the nails are one color, the sweet word written on them adds a loving message. The manicure sends a signal of affection while retaining a feminine night purple look.
Purple Summer Nails
These fingernails have a bright purple color painted on them. Small yellow flower and green leaf images have been painted on the nails as well. The yellow flowers resemble sunflowers. Green ribbon bows are also painted near the top of the nails. Though simply decorated, the summery images of flowers and bows make the solid purple polish more cheery and fit for warm weather.
Purple White Almond Nails
These fingernails have an almond shape. They have been painted with a dark purple color on the bottom half and a shiny white color on the top half. Where the two colors meet there is a clear division. The light and dark colors together look nice against the almond background. Though with just two hues, the manicure looks neatly done and eye-catching.
Round Purple Crystal Nails
These fingernails have a round shape. They have a deep purple colored polish on them. Small clear crystal gemstones have been added to the nails. The crystals sparkle in the light. They are spread out across the purple base. A few nails have more crystals than others. Though one solid color, the crystal additions give the manicure an extra bright and beautiful look.
Royal Purple Almond Nails
These fingernails have an almond shaped form. They have been painted a rich, deep purple color resembling that of royalty. Small shimmering silver jewel accents have been added near the tip of each nail. A silver dusting also lines the wet edge of the polish. Though the color is strong, these elegantly simple adornments make the manicure feel polished and fit for a queen.
Short Square Floral Nails
These fingernails have a short, square shape. They have a light pink colored polish painted on them. Small images of flowers in colors like red, orange and yellow have been drawn onto the nails. The square tips show off the flower artwork well. Though short, the happy flowers make the nails seem cheery and bright like a blooming garden.
Short Square Purple Nails
These fingernails have a square shape but are short in length. They have been painted a medium dark purple color. Small diamond shaped silver stickers have been placed towards the center of each nail. A shiny top coat makes the color and stickers look polished. Though simply finished with one color, the slight adornment makes the manicure neat and well put together.
Smiley Purple Short Nails
These fingernails have a short oval shape. They have a bright purple polish painted on them. Small smiling yellow face stickers have been placed onto the nails, one on each nail. The happy faces have black dot eyes and curve smiles. Though short, the smiling faces add a fun playful touch to the solid purple manicure.
Soft Gel Purple Glitter Nails
These fingernails have a soft almond shape. A clear thick gel polish coating has been applied and cured under UV lights. On top, a purple colored polish with multi-colored glitter has been brushed on. Under the gel finish, the glitter shimmers and moves as light catches it. Though the base is simple, the coated glitter polish makes the nails look professionally embellished.
Spring Gel Nails
These fingernails have a classic oval shape enhanced by gel polish. A light pink nude polish was applied as the base color to resemble natural nails. Delicate pastel blooms were then painted across the nails using soft shades of pink, yellow, and blue. Tiny green leaves complement the flowers.
Stamped White Nails
These fingernails have been painted a clean white color all over. A small nail art stamp was then used to add designs to the polish before it dried. Flowers, butterflies, hearts and other feminine shapes appear intricately stamped across the nails randomly. Though the base is a blank white,
Sunset Purple Cloudy Nails
These almond-shaped nails have been painted with a rich purple polish resembling a sunset sky. Streaks of rose gold and peach color were gently brushed through the purple before it dried to resemble wispy clouds. As the nails catch the light, the layers of color blend smoothly like nature’s breathtaking dusk show.
Swirly Purple White Nails
These nails have been painted with two colors. A bright purple paint was applied first to the nails. Then white polish was added and swirled together using a toothpick. Before drying, the polish was mixed creating spiraling swirl designs. Under a glossy topcoat, the colors blend together in mesmerizing motley spirals
Tapered Square Nails
These nails have a square shape but are tapered. The sides slowly slope inward towards the tip. A bright red color covers the nails. Small black polka dots decorate the nails, spaced across the red base. A clear glossy topcoat seals the color and dots beneath. Though simply patterned, the red and black color combo looks bold yet stylish against the tapered backdrop.
Trendy Purple Nails
These nails have a modern almond shape. A deep plum purple polish covers the nails. Small clear gemstones line the top edge of each nail, catching the light. A glossy topcoat makes the color shine. Though one solid hue, added gems give this manicure an elegant edge fitting with current styles.
Twitch Purple Coffin Nails
These nails have an edgy coffin shape pointing at the tips. A rich twitch purple polish coats the nails. Silver holographic sparkles float within the color. When nail catches light, the tones dance. Top coat makes the tones pop and sparkles wink. Though dark, a touch of shimmer keeps the look alluring.
Ultra Violet Purple Nails
These nails have an almond shape with tapered tips. A rich ultra violet purple polish coats the nails evenly. Under two glossy topcoats, the color shines with an intense glow. Though the tone is bold, filing keeps the shape elegant and polished. Different lights cause the vibrant shades to dance upon each nail.
Violet Glitter Ballerina Nails
These long nails end in a pointed tip shape. A violet cream polish coats the base. Small holographic glitter bubbles float within. Under the gloss, the glitter twirls as light hits. With graceful length and a touch of shine, these nails dance like ballerinas on each finger.
Violet White Square Nails
These nails have a neat square shape. The base color is a soft violet applied evenly. Small square dots in pure white are painted across randomly. Under a glossy topcoat, the colors sit crisp and sharp. With geometric clean lines and a calming colorway, these nails bring a soothing vibe.
White Dots On Almond Nails
These nails have a classic almond shape. A clean white polish coats the base. Small circles in opaque white are dotted across the nail beds. Under a clear topcoat, the dots shine bright on their white backdrop. Though barebones in design, white on white adds just a touch of visual flare.
White French Tip Purple Nails
These almond nails start with a plummy purple base. A thin white stripe lines half the tip on each nail. Under a shiny topcoat, the colors pop crisp and clean. With a modern French manicure twist, this look dresses up the deep purple palette. Though barebones in design, white on white adds just a touch of visual flare.
White Purple Round Nails
These nails have a rounded coconut shape. The base color is a soft lilac purple. Small dots in crisp white are randomly placed. Under a glossy topcoat, the colors blend in a hazy dots pattern. The pale hue and rounded edges give an airy feel, like clouds in a lavender sky.
Conclusion
Purple and white make an elegant color combination that is perfect for a prom night look. The various nail art designs showcased numerous stylish ways to sport these regal hues. From subtle accents to full coverage techniques, there were sparkly glitters, geometric patterns, and French tip variants to suit all tastes.
Overall, the variety of 60 designs provides plenty of prom nail inspiration to complement any dress and accessories in purple or white shades. Any of these looks are sure to make a statement and give your fingers a show-stopping appearance for an unforgettable prom night.