Prom season is upon us ladies, and it’s time to ditch the traditional glitz and glam of what a prom dress should look like. The new trend is brunch dresses, a pastel, flowy, ruffle dress. It’s not only in Miami; it seems to be all over the country. As fashion trends go, we’ve ditched the iconic rhinestones and glitter for a floral aesthetic. Girls on social media posting TikToks say, “The new prom dresses are brunch dresses.” As well as Instagram inspiration boards, there is definitely a brunch dress vibe.
“I think the bright colors and rhinestones are a lot for prom. It’s kind of tacky also,” said senior, Sophia Lorente.
Let’s date it back to when prom started which was back in the late 1920s and obviously, trends since have evolved. Back then girls were heavily influenced by the modesty of the era, wearing dresses with long skirts, sleeves, and high necklines. As trends started shifting in the 1960s and 1970s, prom dresses began to reflect the spirit of liberation and experimentation, with hemlines rising and designs becoming more daring. Then in the 1980s prom dresses became adorned with bubble hems, ruffles, and puffy sleeves, while the 1990s and 2000s ushered in sleeker silhouettes and a wider array of styles with beads and rhinestones. Even two-piece sets were worn! This evolution of prom trends not only showcases changing fashion trends but also shows the progressive empowerment of young individuals in choosing how they want to present themselves to the world.
“I honestly think you should wear what you want, what you feel the most confident in. Who cares about the trends!” said senior Maria Kaminski
Also the switch of the minimalistic, “Sofia Richie” preppy trends this year has impacted the decisions on prom dresses because beaded and bright colors are not in.
“I think what we see on social media does affect how we buy our fashion,” said senior Penelope Martinez.
Does this mean prom this year will be filled with floral dresses? Just wait and see.
