From beads and jewel tones to lame and classic black, there are many styles of prom dresses to love for 2010.

In fashion, most trends are gone before you know it. Luckily, that's not necessarily the case with prom dresses. Although each new season has its own stars, most prom dresses stay in style for a long time, with a few minor changes. Here are the trends that are shaping up to be the hits of the 2010 prom season.

Beads Indeed

Beads add pizazz to any dress, and whether they're used sparingly or liberally, they're showing up everywhere for prom 2010.

Serious Shine

You can't go wrong with a lame prom dress. Whether you opt for pink, red, gold, silver or black, lame is hot, hot, hot!

Bright is the New Black

Want to stand out in a sea of black? Wear a boldly colored prom dress. From brilliant blue to deep red, a brightly-colored dress will make it your night to shine.

Sleek Chic

Curve-hugging styles (as seen on the red carpet) are just as hot for prom 2010 as they are for celebrities.

Fashion Flair

Let your glamorous side out to play in a dress that that's all about making you the star. Sequin, beads, metallic fabric - it's all good for prom!

Golden Girl

Nothing matches the elegance and simplicity of gold...and luckily, you'll see lots of it this year.

Bold Print

One of the freshest trends is the influx of prints. Whether you choose floral or graphic or somewhere in between, a prom dress that bears a print is sure to get you lots of attention.

Short Story

Do you have a fondness for short dresses? You're in luck! Short prom dresses are gaining more and more attention and make unique alternatives for your special night.

White On

Tired of black dresses? Go to the other extreme by wearing white! White is a timeless and elegant choice that will never steer you wrong.

Think Pink

What's a prom without pink dresses! If you truly want to feel like a princess, pink might be the way to go. From frilly to sleek, a pink prom dress will make you look and feel like royalty.

Almost anything goes for prom dresses in 2010. Choose one based on what you like and what looks good on you, but above all, choose the one that makes you feel special.