# Sci-Fi-Inspired Gowns The 'Tron Prom Dress' is Great for the Geeky-Chic Look By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-08-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tron-prom-dress References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2012/08/14/What-The-Girls-In-The-World-of-TRON-Wear-to-Prom/) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/klg19/5979336782/) If you're a secret nerdy girl and a fan of the [Sci-fi flick](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice1) Tron, then you need to check out the 'Prom Tron Dress.' This is one seriously [futuristic gown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-and-mad-architects) equipped with LED lighting stitched into the seams. The dress was spotted at Comic Con, but Flickr user Karen Green fell in love with it and gave it its very appropriate name. The gown isn't actually all that bad looking considering themed gowns can look pretty tacky. It's got a nice mid-level hemline and a very chic poof around the bottom. The blue lights add a great contrast against the black dress. The way the lights are placed is impressive as well, considering they act as straps and serve other functions. Not a bad idea for a future [Halloween Costume](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-and-elladoesfx) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **LED Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more fashion items with integrated LED lighting for unique and futuristic looks. - **Themed Gowns:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create themed gowns that are stylish and well-designed, deviating from the typical tacky aesthetic. - **Geek-chic Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine geeky elements with chic fashion to cater to the growing demand for geek-inspired clothing. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of technology, such as LED lighting, into clothing designs for a unique and futuristic fashion experience. - **Event Planning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer themed gown options for special occasions, providing customers with stylish and well-designed options beyond traditional costumes. - **Cosplay:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative and chic cosplay options for enthusiasts, injecting a sense of modern style into popular sci-fi-inspired costumes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Inspired Fantastical Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastical-bridal-collection.md) - [Dynamic Shape-Shifting Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primrose-dress.md) - [Inclusive Prom Dress Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prom-collection.md) - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md) - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Couture Ketchup Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-robe-ketchup.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md) - [Comedic Sci-Fi Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-ghostbusters-sneakers.md)