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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Nostalgic Luxury Sleepwear
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Next-Gen Graphic Attire
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Sustainable Repurposed Shirts
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AI-Inspired Fantastical Bridal Collections
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Festival-Ready Fashion Rentals
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Retro Sci-Fi Clothing Collections
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Playful Doll-Themed Cosmetics
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Filmic Curated Closets
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Whimsical Series-Inspired Cosmetic Collections
ColourPop Introduces a Stranger Things Collection
Comfort-Focused Stylish Jumpsuits
Popilush Has Unveiled a New Collection of Jumpsuits
Affordable Designer Bridalwear
Azazie & Christian Siriano's Collection Shares Styles Under $1,200
Whimsical Film-Inspired Makeup Sets
The r.e.m. beauty x Wicked Collab Boasts Character Sets
Whimsical Film-Based Clogs
The Wicked x Crocs Collaboration Reinterprets the Witches of Oz
Disney-Inspired Lipsticks
Mac's 40 Disney Favourites in Princess Incognito Lasts 10 Hours
Cherry Red Winter Capsules
PrettyLittleThing's Cherry Girl Trend: Bold Winter Fashion Collection
Transformative Bridal Footwear
Pashion’s Made-to-Order Styles Offer Interchangeable Components
Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Socks
New 'Star Wars-Inspired' Sock Collection is Designed by a DJ
Winter-Ready Sci-Fi Fashions
The Latest Star Wars x Columbia Collection is Expansive
Ultra-Chic Vintage-Inspired Swimwear
Rumored's Vintage Swim Collection is Head-Turning
Romantic Size-Inclusive Intimates
Gabi Gregg Unveils a New Intimates Capsule with Playful Promises
Underwater-Created Whimsical Handbags
Coperni and Disney Present the Ariel Swipe Hangbag
2-in-1 Fashion Dolls
L.O.L Surprise! Tweens Surprise Swap Introduces One Doll with Two Looks
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
Villainess-Inspired High Tops
Converse Just Released Converse Chuck 70 High Tops in 'Poppy Pink'
Offbeat Fashion Campaigns
ASOS 'Inspired By' Delivers Non-Traditional Inspiration to Style-Seekers
Filmic Skater Shoes
The Vans x Barbie Collaboration Shares Laid-Back Skater Styles
Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls
New York Fashion Week Designs Inspire the L.U.V. Fashion Doll Styles
Statement-Making Bridal Veils
Madison Chamberlain Makes Colorful, Non-Traditional Wedding Veils
Refreshed Expressive Fashion Brands
The Cheap Monday Relaunch Retains Its Punk Aesthetics
Modern Women-Exploring Luxe Fashion
The Fendi SS24 Series was Unveiled on the Runways
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
Glittering Springtime Nail Polishes
The OPI Your Way Collection is Ready for Seasonal Change
Inclusive Fashion Runways
The Runway of Dreams Foundation Returns for New York Fashion Week
Wedding Guest Outfit Rentals
By Rotation and Airbnb are Reducing the Strain of Attending Weddings
Animation-Inspired Collaborative Streetwear
Highsnobiety Presents a Special Pixar Collection
High-End Bridal Collections
The Vivienne Westwood Bridal Couture 2024 Collection is Exquisite
Drag-Inspired Fashion Shows
Ervin Latimmier's Spring/Summer 2024 Embraces a Drag Narrative
Flannel Patterned Timeless Collections
Converse Presents the Nostalgic Upcycled Flannel Chuck 70
Toy Film-Inspired Perforated Shoes
The Buzz Lightyear Crocs is Detailed with Themed Motifs
Ultra-Sophisticated Bridal Collections
Self-Portrait Launches Its Striking 2024 Bridal Capsule
Narrative-Driven Fashion Lines
The Outlier by Willie Norris Spring/Summer 2024 Theme is ‘Escape’
Homecoming-Enthused Collegiate Apparel
Paper Planes Features Aesthetic Homecoming Styles
Anime-Themed Loungewear Outfits
These Donguri Kyowakoku Studio Ghibli Outfits are Charming
Celebratory Disney-Inspired Collections
Forever 21 Celebrates Disney's 100th Anniversary
College-Inspired Haircare Pop-Ups
Monday Haircare Hosted an Interactive Pink Truck
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
Whimsical Activewear Collabs
The Lululemon X Disney Collab Blends Iconic Characters & Activewear
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
Ukrainian Folktale-Inspired Fashion Collections
FROLOV Presents the Spring 2025 Collection
Thematic Ombre-Effect Sneakers
Ground Up x Walmart Debut The 'Wicked High-Top Sneakers'
Heroic Luxury Footwear
The Christian Louboutin x Marvel Collab Unleashes Super Stylish Footwear
Zero-Waste Hair Ties
Fizzy Goblet Introduces the New Zero-Waste Hair Ties Using Old Materials
Humanitarian-Inspired Luxe Fashion Campaigns
Prada Presents In Conversation with a Flower for FW23
White-Tonal Bridal Swimwear
Hunza G Unveils a New Bridal Swimwear Collection for the Summer
Sparkling Detailed Princess Dolls
Disney Unveils American Girl Dolls with Swarovski
Retro-Inspired T-Shirt Capsules
YoungLA Embodies the 70s with Vintage Colored Tees
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
Expansive Cinematic Clothing Ranges
The Primark x Wicked Collection Gets Fans Ready for the Movie
Socialite-Inspired Toy Dolls
Bratz Adds New Red Carpet Styles to its Kylie Jenner Collection
Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows
JORDANLUCA Unveils FW24 During Milan Fashion Week
One-Stop Wedding Shops
The A&F Wedding Shop Fulfils the Fashion Needs of Brides, Guests & More
Exquisite Fashion Capsules
The Erdem Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear Collection is Eye-Catching
Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows
Wild Rose & Sparrow Showcase 20 Unique Styles for SS25 in Paris
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
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
Celebratory Cartoon Clothing Collections
Primark The Lion King Collection is Arriving This Summer
Fantasy-Themed Fine Jewelry
The Game of Thrones x Pandora Collection Fires Up Fantasy Fans
Inclusive Bewitching Capsules
Unique Vintage Introduced a Hocus Pocus Apparel Collection
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
Playful Intergalactic Graphic Streetwear
Lorenz Presents its New Graphic Capsule for FW23
Anniversary-Honoring Luxe Timepieces
Disney and UNIMATIC Present the 100th Anniversary Capsule
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
Little White Bridal Dresses
David's Bridal Has Launched 'The 8 Dress Edit' Collection
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
Brand Refresh Preview Events
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Doll-Inspired Kids Collections
The PatPat x Barbie Collection Features About 60 Unique Styles
Sustainable Bikini Fashion Shows
Space Swap Promotes Eco-conscious Fashion with Its Fashion Show
Efficient Made-To-Order Wedding Services
Revelry Boasts Stunning Made-To-Order 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
Coming-of-Age Runway Shows
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Romantic Narrative-Inspired Fashion
Edward Cuming Unveils a New Capsule for the SS24 Season
Villain-Themed Nail Polishes
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Dynamic Shape-Shifting Dresses
Adobe is Leveraged to Create the Primrose Dress
Insulated Sci-Fi Garments
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Whimsically Themed Holiday Cookbooks
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Ethereal Fairytale Apparel
Ivy City Co.'s Debuts Its Fairytale Collection
Influencer-Created Bridesmaid Dresses
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Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion
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Designer-Approved Western Apparel
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Park-Inspired Outdoor Fashion Capsules
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Captivating Valetine's Day Dresses
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Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs
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Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
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Centurion-Honoring Artful Collections
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Community-Focused Fall Fashion
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Modern High-Fashion Dresses
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Fashion-Forward Bridal Party Apparel
Park & Fifth's 'Un-bridesmaid Collection' Embodies Elegance
Elegantly Modern Bridal Collections
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Luxury Bridal Rental Platforms
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Pleats-accented Fashion Collection
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Short-Form Fashion Competitions
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Celebratory Claymation Fashions
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