The tradition 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.
Prom season is upon us and it can often bring up nostalgia for those of us who experienced the end-of-school party years – or decades – ago.
Your Chad has delved into the archives from the last decade or so to bring up some fond memories of proms gone by. You may even find some outfit inspiration!

17. Brunts
Brunts School prom at the Oakham Suite in Mansfield in 2011. Photo: Angela Ward

18. All Saints'
Lauren Curtis, Charlotte Stenson and Ellie Jones at All Saints' School's prom at Edwinstowe's South Forest Leisure Centre in 2011. Photo: Anne Shelley

19. Brunts
Did you arrive at your prom in style like these Brunts leavers in 2011? Photo: Angela Ward

20. 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

