Prom season is here, and every year, teens across the country are wondering what to wear for the annual evening event. The best place to look for prom style is some of the best romantic comedies and movies that depict it. With prom dress styles leaning more towards a simpler and understated look, movie-worthy dresses that stray away from traditional prom dresses are most definitely a viable option. So, more specifically, go ahead and buy a buttery yellow Andie Anderson-approved dress for prom.
Andie Anderson’s yellow dress from the film How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days is something of a dream. It’s a dress so perfect a girl can’t help but want it for herself, and the dress worn by Kate Hudson in that film isn’t the only dress from a coveted movie. The gorgeous silky green dress worn by Keira Knightley’s character Cecilia in Atonement and Michelle Pfeiffer’s blue halter gown in Scarface exude an elegant sexiness that only eveningwear can achieve. While you may think this glamour is reserved for Hollywood A-list actresses in blockbuster films, the looks may be more achievable than you think.
Below, look to Hollywood and channel your favorite film fashion moment to prom.
Andie Anderson’s Butter Yellow Dress
This canary yellow dress from Bardot may just rival the dress Hudson wore in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. The low neck as well as the crystal straps featured on the dress make for a delicate, feminine, and positively chic look for prom.
Capri Diamonte Slip Dress, $139, Revolve
The open-back, high-necked dress from Rumored is the 2024 rendition of what would have been in Andie Anderson’s closet. The luxurious satin dress employs the youthful dressiness needed for prom while still featuring a classic and timeless design that makes it suitable for other formal occasions you may have in the future.
Mireille Maxi Dress, $128, Rumored
Cecilia Tallis’s Forest Green Dress
If Cecilia Tallis wanted to capture the attention of Robbie Turner (James McAvoy) in 2024, she probably would have pulled out this number. The rich dark green dress from Lulu’s has a wrap design and features a glossy finish, making it the perfect garment for prom.
Fondly Loved Dark Green Satin Wrap Maxi Dress, $59, Lulu’s
The languid bodice of the dress, mixed with the deep, rich forest green, certify this dress as a must-have. Although it strays a bit from the silhouette of the dress Keira Knightley wore in Atonement, the gown gives off the same aura of sophistication as the one worn in the film.
Thelma Midi Dress, $90, Rumored
Hermione Granger’s Yule Ball Dress
If you were a Harry Potter fan growing up, you viscerally remember wanting this dress Hermione wore to the Yule Ball. This long maxi, three-tiered gown almost perfectly encapsulates the whimsical charm of the gown worn by Emma Watson in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
Purple Printed A Line Corset Prom Dress, $133, Zapaka
Lorelei Lee’s Hot Pink Dress
So you’re an old Hollywood fan? Consider this dress as an integral part of your prom look. This dress from Alexia María is akin to the one worn by Marilyn Monroe’s character, Lorelei Lee, in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. While no one can quite grace the famous look like Monroe, this dress may just let you come close to the amount of class and elegance it exudes.
Margaret Bow Silk Dress, $1,295, Saks Fifth Avenue
If you want a modern alternative to Marilyn Monroe’s famous pink dress, The Priyanka Dress from the Chinese brand Sau Lee is what you’re looking for. Not only does it have the traditional elements of a prom dress with its floor-length skirt and fitted waist, but it also takes on the glamour of Lorelei Lee’s hot pink dress from the movie. This is certainly the prom dress for you if you want something that’s equal parts modern and vintage-inspired.
Priyanka Dress, $495, Revolve
Elvira Hancock’s Blue Dress
Scarface didn’t just give Michelle Pfeiffer one of her most recognizable roles; it also allowed her to wear instantly recognizable and iconic looks in film history. If you’d like to stun a crowd at your prom as Elvira Hancock did when she made her famous entrance down the elevator, then this simple, streamlined, yet alluring royal blue halter dress from Alice + Olivia should be the preferred choice for your prom.
Montana V-Neck Slip Gown, $595, Saks Fifth Avenue
This dress has more of a turquoise hue to it; nevertheless, it has all the elements of Elvira Hancock’s dress from the movie. The satin dress is sure to move with you as it has a fluid and loose skirt with a slit. Like the gown from the movie, the top features a V-neckline with a fitted silhouette.
FREYA dark turquoise blue satin maxi evening dress, $375, Seezona
