From Disney princess gowns to up-cycled trash couture, these unconventional prom looks are guaranteed to make a memorable style statement. Go against the grain with one of these creative and one-of-a-kind looks that reject the traditional prom aesthetic.
Whether a fan of TV series Dr. Who, Disney's hit film Frozen or the Star Wars film franchise, there are a multitude of options out there for all of your unique dress desires. Show up in style this prom season with a custom, paper-crafted gown or leave a lasting impression in a jewel-encrusted couture piece that may cost you a little more cash.
These unconventional prom looks embrace individuality and are a great way to show off one's personal sense of style. The pieces are both glamorous and eccentric, proving that fashion doesn't always have to be boring.
39 Unconventional Prom Looks
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Disney Prom Dresses
This Frozen Prom Dress Mimics the Ice Queen Elsa
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Paper Paillette Gowns
The White Reef Dress is Inspired by Underwater Environmental Degredation
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Sculptural Couch Cover Dresses
Yulia Yadryshnikova's Dress Also Works as a Couch Cover
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Glamorously Ornate Gowns
The Badgley Mischka Pre-Fall 2014 Collection is Inspired by Rome
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Duct Tape Prom Dresses
The Best Prom Outfits Are Made from Industrial Adhesive
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Glowing Caged Garments
The Anrealage Spring 2013 Collection Is Unabashedly Futuristic
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Harajuku-Themed Wedding Portraits
These Unusual Wedding Photos are Inspired by Harajuku Fashion
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Plastic Bag Prom Dresses
Casey Hansel Creates Elegant Dresswear Out of Recyclable Material
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Feminine 50s-Inspired Couture
The Temperley London Resort 2014 Collection is Fit for a Duchess
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Pop Can Prom Dresses
Maura Pozek Pops With Her Cantastic Gown Made Entirely of Recycled Soda Tabs
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Intergalactic Prom Dresses
This Girl is the Envy of Her Class with This Star Wars Prom Dress Idea
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Glowing LED Gowns
The Aurora Dress by CuteCircuit is for Classy Ravers
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Helium Prom Dresses
Get Your 2014 Prom Party Popping with These Incredible Balloon Dresses
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Brilliantly Intricate Metallic Fashions
Valentin Yudashkin Spring 2014 Lights Up the Runway
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Edgy Leather Gowns
Fashion Blogger Outi Pyy Created This Recycled Jacket Gown
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Recycled Wrapper Dresses
Elsa Hiltner Designs Recycled Dresses for ‘Project Subway'
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Glamorous Sculptural Gowns
The Zac Posen Pre-Fall 2014 Collection Has an Old Hollywood Charm
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Delicate Prom Dresses
The 'Shanghai Spring' Vogue China August 2010 Spread is Femme
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Papercraft Prom Dresses (UPDATE)
Alexandra Zaharova Creates Gorgeous Gowns Out of Paper
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Dissolvable Wedding Gowns
This Quirky Wedding Dress Dissolves in Water for a Quick Marital Escape
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Glow-in-the-Dark Dresses
Stand Out with the Illuminated Snowball Mini Dress
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Futuristically Illuminated Undergarments
The Glow-in-the-Dark Corset will Light Up the Dance Floor
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Fairytale Formalwear
WSJ's 'Dream Weavers' Showcases Soft, Etheral and Feminine Evening Gowns
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Conceptual Body-Altering Attire
The Beauty Pressure Collection Catalog by Katie Witham is Artful
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Cynical Wedding Gowns
Student Demi Barnes Fashions Dress Made Out of Divorce Papers
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Glamorous Upcycled Gowns
The Lia Griffith Papier Couture Line is Exquisitely Eco-Friendly
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Softly Dramatic Fashion
The Zac Posen Resort 2014 Lookbook Stars Pat Cleveland
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Subtly Futuristic Gowns
The Dina JSR SS13 Collection is Glamorous and Ethereal
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Bubble Wrap Wedding Dresses
Rachael Robinson's 100 Percent Recycled Dress Cures Cold Feet
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Ethereally Lacy Dresses
The Lover White Magick 02 Collection Feature Wedding Gown Alternatives
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Pleated Origami Dresses
Jule Waibel's 'Raised' is Like a Piece of Wearable Origami Art
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Helpfully Expanding Dresses
The Personal Space Dress Ensures Comfortable Un-Encroached Zones
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Geeky Japenese-Inspired Gowns
Amanda Marin Makes Franchise-Based Kimonos
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Rotund Sci-Fi Dresses
The Death Star Gown is Made for Ultimate Female 'Star Wars' Fans
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Fluid Gossamer Frocks
The Kaitlin McGrath Spring/Summer 2013 Collection is Sheer Perfection
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3D-Printed Gowns
The Verlan Dress Flaunts the Ease Which Tech Has Infiltrated the Fashion Industry
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Candy Wrapper Prom Dresses
Tara Frey Dons a Dress Made Out of Starburst Wrappers
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Pristine Plumage Gowns
The Victoria Feather-Skirt Dress by J. Crew is Reminiscent of Swan Lake
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Glossy Color-Blocked Gowns
The ‘ASOS’ Metallic Dress Features Delicate Lace Detailing
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Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns
The Schiaparelli Lion Head Dress is the Talk of the Town Right Now
Sci-Fi-Inspired Limited Timepieces
Fossil Launches its New Star Wars Collection with Six Pieces
Doll-Themed Movie Fashion
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Illusory Goddess Fashion
Di Petsa Spring 2024's Wet-Look Designs Were Inspired by Aphrodite & Love
Cartoon-Themed Apparel Collections
This 'Teletubbies' Apparel Collection is 90s and Y2K-Inspired
Film-Inspired Apparel Collections
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Doll-Inspired Sneakers
The Superga x Barbie Collab Shares Fun, Nostalgic Styles
Nostalgic Luxury Sleepwear
The Barbie x Karen Mabon Collection Shares Stylish Retro Prints
Anime-Themed Luxury Fashion
Jimmy Choo Releases a Sailor Moon-Inspired Capsule Collection
Expressive AR Fashion
Innovation Metaverse Design Story is a Digital Collection from H&M
Floral Bridal Gowns
Claire Pettibone Introduces a Captivating New Range of Couture Bridal Gowns
Next-Gen Graphic Attire
Serenity Trends’ Graphic Clothing Offers a Futuristic Aesthetic
Anime-Style Cartoon Apparel
The Disney x Tommy Collab Fuses Preppy Styles & Manga Influences
Stylish City-Inspired Collections
Paris and New York Inspired Dior's 2024 Collection
Doll-Inspired Wedding Collections
Mattel and Azazie Team Up to Debut a New Pink Wedding Collection
AI-Inspired Fantastical Bridal Collections
Pronovias Attempts to Fuse Fashion and Technology
Uplifting Gen Z Fashion
Boohoo & Pantone Created a Collection for Mental Health Awareness Month
Punk Romance-Inspired Fashion Collections
Maison Margiela's Fall 2023 Show is Edgy Yet Soft
Filmic Curated Closets
Stitch Fix's Main Character Closets Provide Nostalgic Style Inspiration
Sophisticated Rustic Clothing Collections
LIVØM Embraces Rustic Elegance for Its Latest Collection
Sci-Fi 90s Fashion Collections
The Jean Paul Gaultier 'Cyber Collection' is Futuristically Retro
Eye-Catching Experimental Garments
Emerging Designer IZZY DU Continues to Stun Audiences
Transformative Bridal Footwear
Pashion’s Made-to-Order Styles Offer Interchangeable Components
Romantic Size-Inclusive Intimates
Gabi Gregg Unveils a New Intimates Capsule with Playful Promises
Promotional Film Food Products
Annie's Homegrown x The Little Mermaid Products are Limited-Edition
Upcycled Crushed Velvet Sneakers
Converse Made Its New Design from Discarded Clothes
Sophisticated Tie-Belt Dresses
The Tie-Belt Shirt Dress is an Elevated Sustainable Fashion Piece
Sci-Fantasy Fashion Collections
Forever 21 and Netflix Draw Inspiration from Rebel Moon
Woven Unisex Fall Fashion
Utopia by Peder Cho Unveils its New Capsule for the FW23 Season
Sci-Fi-Themed Rubber-Like Sneakers
Native Shoes Launch Sci-Fi Sneaker Collection with Star Wars
Filmic Skater Shoes
The Vans x Barbie Collaboration Shares Laid-Back Skater Styles
Ultra-Chic Vintage-Inspired Swimwear
Rumored's Vintage Swim Collection is Head-Turning
Chic Sweater Rompers
The Florence Jumpsuit by Smash+Tess Blends Style and Comfort
Non-Gender-Conforming Spring Fashion
UNDERCOVER Unveils its New SS23 Collection During PFW
Modern Women-Exploring Luxe Fashion
The Fendi SS24 Series was Unveiled on the Runways
Big Bang-Inspired Fashion Collections
COMME des GARÇONS' FW23 Looks to the Origins of Life
Patchwork Statement Denim Designs
Frame Unveils a new Range of Denim Pieces for Summer
Filmmaker-Inspired Apparel Collections
Uniqlo Reveals a Collection Featuring Sofia Copolla
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Loud Luxury Fashion
Moschino SS24 Pokes Fun at "Quiet Luxury" with Maximalist Styles
Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Fashion
sacai Honors Christopher Nolan with the Interstellar Collection
Desert Planet Sci-Fi Collections
Disney Star Wars Sand's of Tatooine Collection is Desert-Themed
Star-Studded Luxe Fashion Campaigns
Alexander McQueen Presents its Dramatic FW23 Campaign
Spray-On Dresses
Coperni SS23 Closed with a Bella Hadid Dress Created Live on the Runway
Digital Holiday Dresses
Bershka x DressX Digital Going Out Collection Targets Gen Z Customers
Inclusive Fashion Runways
The Runway of Dreams Foundation Returns for New York Fashion Week
Glittering Springtime Nail Polishes
The OPI Your Way Collection is Ready for Seasonal Change
Romantic Fashion-Forward Apparel
PrettyLittleThing Offers a Range of Apparel Perfect for Vday
Animation-Inspired Collaborative Streetwear
Highsnobiety Presents a Special Pixar Collection
Drag-Inspired Fashion Shows
Ervin Latimmier's Spring/Summer 2024 Embraces a Drag Narrative
Toy Film-Inspired Perforated Shoes
The Buzz Lightyear Crocs is Detailed with Themed Motifs
Sequin Party Dresses
Miss Circle Recently Launched a New Holiday Collection - Let's Go Party
Narrative-Driven Fashion Lines
The Outlier by Willie Norris Spring/Summer 2024 Theme is ‘Escape’
Anime-Themed Loungewear Outfits
These Donguri Kyowakoku Studio Ghibli Outfits are Charming
Opulent Timeless Fashion
Wales Bonner Debuted the Fall/Winter 2023 Twilight Reverie Collection
Hip Hop Fashion Exhibitions
MFIT Presents Fresh, Fly, and Fabulous: Fifty Years of Hip Hop Style
Sci-Fi-Themed Watch Collections
Fossil Unveils Its Star Wars Watch Collections for May 4
Celebratory Disney-Inspired Collections
Forever 21 Celebrates Disney's 100th Anniversary
Doll-Inspired High Heels
The Fantastic Plastic Foot Shoes are Shaped Like a Doll's Tip-Toed Foot
Upcycled Tutu Couture
Aelis FW23 Repurposes Tutus from the Paris Opera
Contemporary Ramadan Collections
Trendyol is Celebrating Ramadan with a New 105-Piece Collection
Diverse African Doll Collections
Disney Presents the Upcoming CreativeSoul Doll Collection
Makeup-Free Fashion Campaigns
Pamela Anderson's Fresh Face Stars in Proenza Schouler's 2024 Shoot
Festive Bridal Accessory Lines
Funky Junque Embraces the Most Exciting Parts of Wedding Planning
Refreshed Expressive Fashion Brands
The Cheap Monday Relaunch Retains Its Punk Aesthetics
Heroic Luxury Footwear
The Christian Louboutin x Marvel Collab Unleashes Super Stylish Footwear
One-Stop Wedding Shops
The A&F Wedding Shop Fulfils the Fashion Needs of Brides, Guests & More
Humanitarian-Inspired Luxe Fashion Campaigns
Prada Presents In Conversation with a Flower for FW23
Sparkling Detailed Princess Dolls
Disney Unveils American Girl Dolls with Swarovski
Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls
New York Fashion Week Designs Inspire the L.U.V. Fashion Doll Styles
Chic Sequin-Adorned Lingerie
Bluebella Recruits Sequin Designer Ashish for a Rebellious Collection
Ultra-Stylish Tween Clothing Collections
Hayden Girls Offers a Diverse Range of Tween Clothing
Historical Doll-Themed Wardrobes
Consumers Can Rent Barbie's Dream Wardrobe Through Selfridges
Unique Long-Lasting Costumes
Love Khaos Creates Eco-Conscious Rave & Festival Wear
Cartoon-Inspired Pizza Merchandise
Disney Launches the New Pizza-Themed Disney Eats Collection
Folklore-Inspired Spring Fashion
Paolina Russo Presents her New Capsule for Spring 2024
Charismatic Traditional Spring Fashion
Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY Drops STATANT PASSANT RAMPANT
Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows
JORDANLUCA Unveils FW24 During Milan Fashion Week
Empowering Fashion Films
Victoria's Secret World Tour Reimagines the Iconic Show as a Feature Film
Eco-Friendly Glam Fashion
The H&M Studio S/S23 Collection Converges Wearability & Glamor
Doll-Inspired Kids Collections
The PatPat x Barbie Collection Features About 60 Unique Styles
Magical Wizard-Themed Apparel
The SHEIN x Harry Potter Collection is Now Available
Sustainable High-Quality Jewelry
Erin Tracy Bridal and Fine Jewelery is Perfect for the Holidays
Luxury Avatar Outfits
Valentino Created Digital Fashion Looks for Meta Avatars
Fantasy-Themed Fine Jewelry
The Game of Thrones x Pandora Collection Fires Up Fantasy Fans
Prom Fashion Pop-Ups
House of Prom is a Limited-Time Pop-Up for Prom Goers
60s British-Themed Fall Fashion
Florence Black Celebrates Vintage British Culture for FW22
Sci-Fi-Inspired Luxe Fashion Capsules
Balmain Unveils a Special New Stranger Things Capsule
Plant-Based Sequin Jumpsuits
Stella McCartney's BioSequin Jumpsuit Features Plastic-Free Sequins
Playful Intergalactic Graphic Streetwear
Lorenz Presents its New Graphic Capsule for FW23
Anniversary-Honoring Luxe Timepieces
Disney and UNIMATIC Present the 100th Anniversary Capsule
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
Ultra-Short Wedding Dresses
ROTATE's Wedding SS24 Collection Feature Short Hemlines and Open Backs
Comfort-Focused Bridal Apparel
The Pearly Mini Dress from Waverles Pairs Pearl and Pleat Details
High School-Inspired Autumn Fashion
ERL Presents a Look at its FW24 Collection of Retro Themes
Reimagined Hybrid Futuristic Sportswear
LUEDER Presents Hybrid Looks for SS24 During LFW
Fall-Ready Sleek Wardrobe Staples
UNIQLO U Presents its New Collection for the FW23 Season
Sophisticated Bridal Collections
Bella Belle Introoduces the Champagne Era Footwear Collection
Film-Themed Retailer Collections
Target x Disney The Little Mermaid Collection Arrives This Month
Sequin Party Series
Jayda Cheaves and PrettyLittleThing's Party Collection is Dynamic
3D-Printed Wedding Dresses
Ada Hefetz Used 3D Printing Technology to Make Three Unique Dresses
Ancient Mythology-Inspired Fall Fashion
Endless Joy Presents its Capsule for the FW23 Season
Girlhood-Inspired Clothing Drops
Peachy Den's 'Sweet Cheeks' Collection Pays Homage to Girlhood
Romantic Narrative-Inspired Fashion
Edward Cuming Unveils a New Capsule for the SS24 Season
Villain-Themed Nail Polishes
Nailtopia Releases a Disney Villain-Inspired Nail Polish Capsule
Dynamic Shape-Shifting Dresses
Adobe is Leveraged to Create the Primrose Dress
Rebellious Spring-Ready Fashion
Jekeun Presents its New Collection for the SS24 Season
Chinese Heritage-Inspired Fall Fashion
PRONOUNCE Introduces its New Collection for FW23
Upcycled Automotive Couture Collections
This Collection is Made With Discarded Auto Components
Insulated Sci-Fi Garments
The Columbia x Star Wars Skywalker Pilot Ski Collection Has Nine Styles
Y2K-Inspired Co-Ed Luxe Fashion
Wood Wood Presents the Heaven Out There Series for FW23
Elegant Occasions Collections
PrettyLittleThing & Gemma Owens Present Elegant Occasions Collection
Spring-Ready Tween Dresses
Hayden Girls Offers a Range of Dresses for Tween Girls
Ethereal Fairytale Apparel
Ivy City Co.'s Debuts Its Fairytale Collection
Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion
IZZY DU Presents her New ORIGINS Collection for FW23
Designer-Approved Western Apparel
Dapper Dan Debuts a New Spring Collection with GAP
Park-Inspired Outdoor Fashion Capsules
Parks Project Sets out to Preserve National Parks
Captivating Valetine's Day Dresses
Petal & Pup's Latest Valentine's Day Collection is Enchanting
Centurion-Honoring Artful Collections
The Disney100 x H&M Capsule is Designed by Trevor Andrew
Community-Focused Fall Fashion
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Modern High-Fashion Dresses
Terani Couture Launches the New Spring 2024 Fashion Collection
Luxury Bridal Rental Platforms
P.S. Bridal Rental Lets Brides Rent Out Their Own Wedding Dresses
Pleats-accented Fashion Collection
Issey Miyake Embraces Pleated Fashion for Spring/Summer 2024
Fashion-Forward Bridal Party Apparel
Park & Fifth's 'Un-bridesmaid Collection' Embodies Elegance
Color-Changing Fall Fashion
Anrealage Unveils New Clothing Designs at Paris Fashion Week
Short-Form Fashion Competitions
#TikTokFashion Challenges Users to Create and Share Their Design
Cartoon-Inspired Fashion House Tributes
Givenchy and Disney Celebrate 100 Years
Light Colored Puffy Outerwear
Unknown Debuts New Drop, Featuring Puffer Jackets and Vests
Bridal Wig Collections
The UNice Bridal Collection Shares Timeless, Romantic & Modern Styles
Contemporary Wedding Capsules
From Future's Wedding Capsule Collection is Timeless and Elegant
Metamorphosing Fall-Ready Fashion
DZHUS Presents its New Seasonal Transit Collection
Celebratory Claymation Fashions
The the Nightmare Before Christmas Collection is at Hot Topic