There’s nothing quite like the mini stomach flip that comes from seeing the words “formal attire” printed on an invitation. First comes the excitement of having an opportunity to get dressed up. Then, ...

A 12-year-old designer who made fashion history at age 5 is now turning dreams into prom dresses. When Empress Giddings was invited to prom, her excitement quickly turned to worry — she had no dress ...

If you’re shopping for a wedding guest dress, the specs to search by are a little more stringent. Typically, a “cocktail attire” dress code means something knee-length or a midi dress (though shorter ...

How formal is formal anyway? We’ve got you. “A silk slip dress is a timeless choice for a formal wedding,” says Keane. Think Victoria Beckham chic. The versatile style, which can be worn for various ...

A teenager took to Reddit to reveal that she was considering skipping prom after buying what she thought was her dream dress with her mom She wanted to know if not going to the dance was an ...

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A Gen Z teen's dress-up session with her millennial neighbor's prom gowns has captured the internet's heart. "I am so happy I saved them! Watching her try them on brought me right back to being 16 and ...

Taxie Lambert started the non-profit organization 4EVR Dez to honor her daughter, who was murdered in 2000 4EVR Dez gives free prom, homecoming formal dresses at no charge to 'under resourced' ...

We’re officially in the thick of prom season. Teenagers are choosing their dates for the dance, planning where they’ll take photos, and picking out their outfits. Prom is a rite of passage and a ...

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Alexis Smith's prom is 15 days away, and she's still on the hunt for the perfect dress. "I want something elegant and appropriate, like a princess," Smith said. "I'll be 18 this year, so I'm trying to ...