Ariel Winter chose a gorgeous black lace dress for prom. It was a mermaid cut because, obviously if your name is Ariel, why not go all out and turn yourself into a literal mermaid as far as possible? The floor-length dress also featured an open back, which was completed by a generously sized corsage.
We love that Ariel let her lustrous dark hair down and is also pictured here with friends. All three of the gals look like they are not only headed to prom together but celebrating their friendship. What is most beautiful about this photo is Ariel’s confidence.
Ellen Degeneres
Long before she graced the stage, dancing, giving interviews to famous people, and making us laugh till we cry, Ellen Degeneres was just a regular girl. Between her and her date, the two are really competing with each other with their outfit colors.
Ellen selected a floor-length, plaid dress for her prom, while her date chose a deep red suit, a light pink shirt, and what looks to be grey pants. These appear to be bold (and even outrageous) choices now, but at the time, they were on-trend! Also, can we take a moment to acknowledge just how large that bowtie is?
Jaden Smith
What can be said about Jaden Smith’s prom ensemble? He made a truly unique choice when he decided to go to prom in a white Batman suit (yes, Batman). He at least did add a light-colored blazer jacket and champagne tie for some tradition.
The tie was just hanging around his neck as the Batman suit isn't really designed for black-tie events, but it's the thought that counts. His date looked beautiful in a white, cut-out lace dress with a halter neck, and some lovely white sandals to match. And, based on her smile, it looks like she had a wonderful time with her caped crusader.
Kim Kardashian
Kim wasn’t a household name when this picture was taken for her prom memories. Even without her fame, Kim had some impressive connections back then. She went to prom with TJ Jackson, the nephew of Michael Jackson, and judging by their smiles, the two looked like they were happy about their choice of date.
Kim decided to keep the early 2000s trend of a curly updo, a bold lip, and thin eyebrows. For his side, TJ looked uber-polished in his tux and boutonniere that matched Kim's dress. This picture is another great example of prom photos that could easily pass for wedding pictures.
Liam Payne
Prom in the UK is relatively new but has been gaining popularity over the past decade or so. Former member of One Direction, Liam Payne, sported his iconic hairstyle for his big night. The group didn’t look ready to pose for the photo, but at least Liam and his date were coordinated with her purple dress and his purple tie.
No doubt this was one last everyday memory before Liam and his future One Direction bandmates left normal life behind. It's funny to think that, at the time, this could have easily been the most exciting thing Liam could have imagined. If only he knew what was just around the corner for him.