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Americans have been attending proms for well over a century now. Short for promenade, these formal dances first appeared at American colleges and universities in the late 19th century. Attendees would get dressed to the nines in sharp tuxedos and white gowns. Since they were based on debutante balls, the women would also wear white gloves and dance with many different partners.
How and why did the prom come to high school? Like many traditions that were once practiced only by the rich, formal dances eventually caught on with the middle class. Because most Americans admire the rich and aspire to be like them some day, they want kids to learn the manners and traditions of the well-to-do. Formal dances became a popular and effective way of instilling etiquette and social skills in American teenagers.
The first high school proms were highly formal affairs. Students would show up in their suits and dresses, drink tea and dance to a couple of slow numbers. In time, children were given a bit more freedom than earlier generations. This may have had something to do with the war (WWII). Boys were able to pick up their dates and drive them to the prom on their own. Parents had little influence over these annual dances. Shortly thereafter, the tradition caught on with most American high schools.
Why is prom important? Because it is one of last remaining rites of passage for American teenagers. In a country where parents constantly complain that children grow up way too fast, prom is a subtle reminder that they are, in fact, becoming adults. Not to mention the fact that they love it. Some of them save up for months to pay for prom tickets, transportation and attire. The total bill often approaches one thousand dollars, but few parents or students complain about the price.
As the girls are sure to learn as they get ready for their proms, the guys have it easy. Just as with any other formal event, a guy need simply rent a tuxedo from a local store, comb his hair and brush his teeth (hopefully!). But the girls typically go all out. They get their hair and nails done, do their makeup
and go shopping for a prom dress and shoes. Unlike the guys, they cannot rent their dresses and return them the next day.
It sounds like a lot of work, but most girls enjoy it. After all, prom is often the first time she will be expected to pick out a formal gown on her own. At a bat mitzvah, quinceanera or a communion, her mother will typically select her dress. But prom is different. Because it is seen by many as a rite of passage, a transition from the teenage years to young adulthood, girls are given more responsibility.A lot more than the guys, we might add.
Modern Dress Styles
Shopping for prom isn't easy. Most girls only have a few hundred dollars to spend on a dress, shoes and accessories. They all want a completely original dress that will blow their friends and their dates away. But what they get is often much less. Prom dress nightmares are so common they have become cliché. Every other girl seems to go for a puffy fuchsia dress and then wonders all evening why she chose it.
The good news is that the prom in America is big business. Most of the top designers offer their own interpretations of the modern prom dress, and because they know that most girls have limited budgets, they are often affordable. Prom styles and fashions change from year to year. Let us take a moment to review a few au courant dresses.
Though prom is still considered a formal event, dress codes have been relaxed in recent years. More and more girls are wearing flirty cocktail dresses. Based on the legendary little black dress, these striking numbers have strapless necklines, short skirts and zippered backs. They are definitely not for the wallflower. Most young women love them because they are not only sexy and stylish, but they can be worn again, unlike most prom dresses.
Of course, there is nothing wrong with going the traditional route. A formal, floor-length gown can make any girl feel like the belle of the ball. They are elegant, classic, and often unforgettable. The right gown can make a girl look mature beyond her years and give her a graceful and dignified look.
Because they are young, most girls who are heading to prom choose a strapless formal gown with a sweetheart neckline. More daring fashion lovers sometimes go with a backless number. Our only advice to young shoppers is to make sure they find a gown that uses lightweight materials. Formal gowns can make you overheat after only a few hours on your feet. And remember, most proms are held in May!
Take these tips into consider when shopping for your prom dress, and you'll be sure to find something that is just perfect.
About the Author
Michael Burke is a freelance writer who writes about a variety of fashion topic and products such as prom dresses.
Emergency Utah Prom Help!!!!! ????
Does anyone know where I can either rent or buy a stylish and stunning prom dress in UT? I wasn't going to go to prom but I got asked today and prom is on Saturday! The reason it says UT is because I live there, but if you know anywhere that will ship in a couple days let me know please! I would also prefer extremely poofy ball gown style, like as poofy as a mountain. Thanks!!!
Aww I looove poofy dresses! Ok you could try this website called therosedress.com
they ship fast.
or go a mall in the closest city. dillards is great thats where i got mine. it was poofy and no one else had it.
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