ARE PROM DRESSES TOO SEXY?

It seems that every year there is a new trend in lace prom dresses – whether it be a deeper crashing neckline, or a higher slit on the thigh. But, are these styles too sexy for a high school prom?

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Every prom season, we usually hear about at least one high-profile news story regarding a teenage student wearing a prom dress that was deemed “too sexy” or “too risqué” by her school. But, are these claims by high school officials overreaching?

 In May 2014, a 17-year old girl in Richmond, Virginia was kicked out of her homeschool prom. According to parents, her dress was too short and likewise, her dancing was “too provocative” and would lead to boys thinking “impure thoughts. ” However, your ex claimed that the dress was longer than her tips of your fingers, which followed the school’s dress code. So, how is it that even though she was wearing attire considered appropriate enough by school dress code standards, that she was kicked out of her own prom?


 Don’t be wrongly recognized, if you are shopping around for mermaid style prom dresses you should always abide by your school’s dress code regulations – and always keep in mind that policies vary by every school. Simply because your best friend’s school’s policy is more lenient with their standards doesn’t imply that your school has the same regulations.

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Overall, prom is most likely the occasion where a girl will truly feel like an adult woman for the first time in her life – and rightfully so. Nevertheless, always make sure to research your school’s dress code policy for prom before you begin shopping for a gown. This way, you can be confident in whatever dress that you do decide on, and go into prom knowing you’re abiding by the regulations mandated at your school. And of course, when in doubt, always talk to mom or dad.