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Nurse Becky: At Prom Night
By Maggie Aime, MSN, RN
Full-tilt tulle explosions, sparkling sequin disasterpieces (I mean, masterpieces), wtf-worthy fashion moments — finding that pivotal 'yes' dress was an all-out code blue!
PROM. The most eagerly awaited event of the year for… nurses?!? That’s right! If you thought proms were only for high schoolers, think again! NurseCon at Sea 2024 hosted a prom night that was an unforgettable extravaganza of epic proportions.
Although the big night was still months away, Nurse Becky wasted no time searching for the perfect gown. And oh, there were so many choices! Full-tilt tulle explosions, sparkling sequin disasterpieces (I mean, masterpieces), wtf-worthy fashion moments — finding that "yes" dress was an all-out code blue!
In her quest to slay NurseCon at Sea 2024 Prom Night, Nurse Becky put us through the ultimate will-she-or-won't-she fashion wringer!
Did she have a date? Did she take home the prom queen title? It's anyone's guess, but one thing’s for sure — her presence was unforgettable.
No need for jewelry or accessories when your entire dress is one blindingly blinged-out statement piece!
This blush beauty was the perfect balance between tastefully glam and night-to-remember sexy that every prom queen strives for.
THE RUFFLES THAT KEEP ON GIVING At first glance, it's easy to get (literally) lost in the sheer romance and glamour of this vividly vibrant gown. The strapless, straight neckline adorned with those delicate beads and embellishments? Total Barbiecore vibe.
And let's talk about that skirt — yards upon yards upon yards…upon yards upon yards of ruffled tulle cascading down in the most dramatic, eye-catching way possible. The dress looks like it was plucked straight from a rose garden in full bloom.
But then you throw in the two-tone pinky-peach-reddish and soft pink shades with a floral design at the waist, and it's like, "Whoa, Nurse Becky, tone it down!"
As much as we love our girl's flair for the over-the-top, even she had to admit this one was a bit too extra. Can you imagine her trying to dance to "Single Ladies" in all those layers? Total fall risk and no Danskos required here!
As tempting as it would have been to channel her inner Cinderella for a night, Nurse Becky's practical side ultimately won. Definitely a no-go for this one!
THE ACCIDENTAL GLITTERING TRAIL Oh, this crimson stunner was definitely giving major "queen arriving at the royal ball"! Imagine this: Nurse Becky making her grand entrance, that neckline framed with dazzling sequins parting a sea of commoners as she glides by.
The rich, ravishing red hue is bold enough to stop traffic, and the sleek column silhouette oozes sophistication. That scene-stealing panel of sparkling embellishments down the front commands all eyes on her regal presence!
This look may be showstopping, but dear Nurse Becky knew wearing it at the NurseCon at Sea 2024 Prom Night would be… Wait! How would she manage to squeeze between tables in that body-hugger after indulging in one too many sausage pinwheels?
And we all know those sequins would be virtually impossible to get rid of! She'd be leaving a sparkling trail of glamour everywhere she went for days. Heck, Nurse Becky would probably still be finding rogue sequins on her scrubs and hair a week later when she finally went to work. Talk about a glitzy look for patient care!
You gotta love a girl who knows when to hang up the royal robes. Queen Becky knew this prom dress was not it!
THE BUBBLE HEM TREND REVIVAL That voluminous bubble-hem skirt was definitely a major trend back in the 1980s. Could Nurse Becky have been trying to single-handedly revive the look?
Talk about old-school Hollywood glamour with that strapless straight neckline and romantic ruching details. Very much Grace Kelly-meets-Jessica Rabbit vibes up top. But then your eyes trail down to that full, ballooning skirt, and suddenly, you can’t help but think, "Is this headed in a totally different retro direction?"
With every sashay and turn on the dance floor, all that fabric would be swishing up to reveal plenty of cheeky leg action. This dress is definitely for the girl who wants to keep her legs free on the dance floor. Call the chaperones!
This rich emerald green number was definitely a bold choice for our daring Nurse Becky! There’s no doubt she could still rock that bombshell vibe. But even Becky would tell you, between those wardrobe malfunction possibilities and the ultra mini style, it's probably too risqué.
Maybe a maxi bubble-hem style next time… Can you imagine?
THE LIMELIGHT SPECTACULAR Definitely a design you can’t look away from! (in every sense of the phrase). If this electric lime green sequined ensemble doesn't scream, "Look at me!" then we don't know what does!
This shimmery, show-stopping number is essentially one giant disco ball transformed into a dress. Every inch of fabric is saturated with thousands upon thousands of light-refracting sequins that demand your undivided attention.
The sleeveless, column-hugging silhouette ensures maximum glitz and glimmer from head to toe. No need for jewelry or accessories when your entire dress is one blindingly blinged-out statement piece!
As jaw-droppingly radiant as this look is, though, it may have proven too sensory-overloading even for the spirited Nurse Becky.
Sometimes, less is more, even for maximalists! This dazzler is better saved for another occasion when more is, in fact, more.
THE ONE-SHOULDER SHOWSTOPPER When Nurse Becky swept into that ballroom, rocking this gorgeous, classic, blush pink, one-shoulder stunner, you could hear the collective "ooh la la" ripple through the crowd.
The sleek, figure-hugging silhouette alone was enough to turn every head in the room. But then she hit us with that sweeping floral accent draping over her shoulder, and bam! It was official. Nurse Becky had leveled up to full-fledged bombshell status.
No over-the-top ruffles, no blindingly blinged-out sequins, just pure, smoldering elegance brought to life in the chicest way possible. Chef's kiss!
Armpit hair! Who cares?
Even the lovely, always-honest Nan — Nurse Blake's sweet grandmother — gave her delighted seal of approval. Knowing her, she was likely just relieved to see that Nurse Becky found a dress that wouldn't cause any… well… "incidents" for her to deal with later.
At the end of the day, this blush beauty was the perfect balance between tastefully glam and night-to-remember sexy that every prom queen strives for. Now, that's what we call a total prom night dream come true!
