They began life in America but became huge on these shores in the 90s as school leavers turned on the style for the glitz and glamour of prom night.
So, in our latest retro gallery we take a stroll along memory lane to school proms back in 2010 to 2012.
Can you spot any familiar faces?
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17. Brunts
Did you arrive at your prom in style like these Brunts leavers in 2011? Photo: Angela Ward
18. Samworth Church Academy
Frances Shaw, Olivia Binch and Ella Higham at Samworth Church Academy's prom at Rufford Park Golf Club in 2011. Photo: Anne Shelley
19. All Saints'
All Saints' School prom was held at South Forest Leisure Centre, Edwinstowe, in 2011. Pictured here are Bethany Roach, Katie Green, Kendall Pugh and Emma Birch. Photo: Anne Shelley
