Why I Feel “Easter Prom” Is Acceptable

Every year, new prom trends circle around with the latest being “Easter prom.” This new look has been quite a controversial topic for people with various opinions coming up. Some feel prom is all about being in full glam, and others view the “Easter prom” as a more affordable and practical option.

Traditionally, prom dresses are very expensive and some prices can even reach upwards of $1,000. This is a lot to spend for just one night on a dress. This price does not include all the other expenses that go into the night such as getting hair done, nails, makeup, heels, jewelry, and even dinner.

Some students feel that even though this new prom trend is set apart from previous years, it is the smarter way to go about the event. Many students are not minding these changing trends including junior Mackenzie Evans who shared her thoughts on the topic.

“It’s definitely a different prom aspect from what we’ve seen, but also I think people can wear whatever they want,” Evans said. “Instead of going to spend $400 to $1,000 on a prom dress, going to buy a simple dress that you will wear multiple times is so much better than buying a dress you will wear for one night.”

There are a lot of people who not only don’t want to spend a lot, but there are also numerous students who do not love the full glam look. Some girls are not comfortable wearing dresses with tons of sparkles or fancy additions, so a more simple sun dress is right up their alley. Prom is the night students should feel comfortable in the outfit they are wearing, and junior Taylor Braun supports this idea.

“People should wear to prom what they feel most beautiful in and I think prom is a really good way for students to have self-expression. It can really help students stand out and feel their best,” said Braun.

Some students are accepting of people wearing what they want to prom but personally wouldn’t choose to wear a Sunday dress to a formal dance. Many students are hesitant about this new trend but are not here to make people feel uncomfortable about choosing to wear a dress of their own choice. Addison Reynolds believes that she would not choose to take part in wearing a more casual dress to prom, but thinks if that it was a person wants to wear, they should wear it.

“I think they’re cute, they wouldn’t be my first option, but I think people can wear what they are comfortable in to prom,” said Reynolds.

There are some girls who feel they don’t look their best in the traditional prom look that consists of sparkles, feathers, or poofy dresses. Some girls feel more comfortable in a simple silk or floral dress because they feel like it compliments them more. Regardless of what someone wears on their body, prom is the night intended for people to have fun and bring people together. Prom night is not about bashing people for the dress they choose, and there are bigger problems in the world than worrying about what someone else wears.

“At the end of the day, a dress is a dress, wear what allows you to have the most fun on prom night,” said Reynolds.