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nostalgia May 18, 2013

2013 Prom Themes That Make Us Feel Old

Prom season is upon us, and we've been reminiscing about our own prom themes — the good, the bad, and the cheesy.

by Tara Block

Prom season is upon us, and we've been reminiscing about our own prom themes — the good, the bad, and the cheesy. Some were pretty timeless, like Under the Sea, Arabian Nights, and Mardi Gras. But some, especially those influenced by song titles, definitely date us. Theme songs like "More Than a Feeling" (1976), "Everything I Do" (1991), "Make It Last Forever" (1987), "I Don't Wanna Miss a Thing" (1998), "The Dance" (1990), and "(I've Had) The Time of My Life" (1987) will always take us back to those days of crimped hair, puffy sleeves, and corsages as if it was yesterday.

Alas, it wasn't yesterday. And this year's prom themes make it incredibly obvious that high school was a long damn time ago. So in honor of the nostalgic season, here are some of the 2013 prom themes that make us feel 100 years old.

Source: Fox Searchlight

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Makeup May 16, 2013

Throwback Thursday: 10 Movie Prom Looks to Induce Some Nostalgia

A high school movie just isn't a high school movie without a solid prom scene.

by Maria Del Russo

A high school movie just isn't a high school movie without a solid prom scene. Whether it's Sandy twisting with Danny in Grease or Andie Walsh getting her man in Pretty in Pink, these scenes and the beauty looks that went along with them are seared in our memories forever. Ready for a walk down memory lane?

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relationships May 09, 2013

Prom's Highs and Horrors as Illustrated by The Hills

Corsages, updos, pizzas topped with pepperoni question marks — it's officially prom season.

by Laura Marie Meyers

Corsages, updos, pizzas topped with pepperoni question marks — it's officially prom season. Even if you're years past the school-dance days, you're sure to appreciate reminders of prom's unique qualities. And since everything feels more dramatic in high school, what better shows than Laguna Beach and The Hills to illustrate prom's ups and downs? Just in time for Audrina's 28th birthday, take a look at these playful prom moments in GIFs!

Source: MTV

When Your Crush Hasn't Asked Anybody Yet

When You Play Hard to Get and It Backfires

When You're Dumped Two Weeks Before the Dance

When Your Friend Won't Let You Borrow a Dress

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nostalgia May 08, 2013

See How Kids These Days Are Asking Dates to Prom

When I was a teenager we didn't have iPhones, we didn't text, and our prom photos are actual, physical photographs (they are pre-Facebook, luckily).

by Tara Block

When I was a teenager we didn't have iPhones, we didn't text, and our prom photos are actual, physical photographs (they are pre-Facebook, luckily). But it's a whole new world out there for high schoolers these days. I was curious about how modern teens do prom, so I started browsing Instagram — something we also didn't have in high school — to get a glimpse into the proms of today. While the fashions may be a far cry from what we wore a decade or longer ago, the ways teens ask their potential dates haven't changed much, besides, of course, the ones utilizing modern technology (yes, there are some texts in there). So this prom season, see the creative and not-so-creative ways the teens of today are asking their dates to their high school dances!

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nostalgia May 02, 2013

Turn Back Time With Prom Through the Decades

The American prom has come a long way since its inception in the late 1890s.

by Tara Block

The American prom has come a long way since its inception in the late 1890s. Prom, short for promenade, was first used to describe a simple college ball before gaining momentum and popularity as a high school dance. By the 1950s it had become more of the elaborate event it is today, with its prom courts, fancy cars, and expensive dresses — the glorified pinnacle of adolescence. I love looking at prom pics in old high school yearbooks, which range from awkward to awww. So take a look back with me at proms through the decades!

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Link Time Jun 21, 2012

Vogue's New Edition, Karl Lagerfeld's Nautical Excursion, and Karlie Kloss's Prom

Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

by Justin Fenner

Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

Vogue announced that it plans to open an edition in Thailand, confirming rumors that first surfaced in April. Former Elle Thailand editor in chief Kullawit Laosuksri will lead the magazine, making him the only male editor in chief of one of Vogue's 21 international editions. [Vogue UK]
Was that Karl Lagerfeld taking a trip on a fishing trawler in the Baltic Sea? No — it was comedian Jörg Knör, dressed up in the Chanel couturier's white wig and sunglasses while filming a skit for German TV. [The Cut]
Karlie Kloss was lucky enough to wear a Dior gown to her prom. "It was so much fun," she said. "My prom date was hysterical. He was about eleven inches shorter than me. Maybe a solid foot. I bought him a tie to match. We were a very cute couple." [Fashionista]
Annabelle Dexter Jones follows her godmother's beauty advice — "She always told me, 'You must moisturize every day.'" — with lotions from Santa Maria Novella and Kiehl's. [Into The Gloss]
Joseph Altuzarra's mother, Karen, said not knowing anything about the fashion industry actually helped her become a better CEO for her son's business. "It meant we had some control over our own growth," she said. [Material World]

Prom May 16, 2012

Ball Gowns, French Twists, and a Lot of Corsages — See Our Old Prom Pictures From Yesteryear

Prom season is a thing of the past for most of us, but we can't help but to reminisce on the days when all that mattered was a pretty dress and, if you're lucky, a hot date to accompany you to the red-carpet high school event of the year.

by Chi Diem Chau

Prom season is a thing of the past for most of us, but we can't help but to reminisce on the days when all that mattered was a pretty dress and, if you're lucky, a hot date to accompany you to the red-carpet high school event of the year. Of course, we've all evolved since then, but how great would it be to take a trip down memory lane? That said, we rallied up a few of our Sugar cohorts to share their old school prom pictures from yesteryear. Inside, you'll find a lot of ball gowns — remember when Jessica McClintock dresses were all the rage? — throwback updos, corsages, and a lot more to take you way back in time. Start clicking to see it all now!

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What to Rent Aug 30, 2011

What to Rent: New DVDs This Week

Prom In this earnest high school comedy, Aimee Teegarden stars as an overachieving straight-A student, Nova, who heads the prom committee.

by POPSUGAR Entertainment

Prom

In this earnest high school comedy, Aimee Teegarden stars as an overachieving straight-A student, Nova, who heads the prom committee. When an unfortunate accident ruins the decor she's been working on for the dance, the principal assigns rebellious student Jesse (Thomas McDonell) to help her rebuild the props. The movie also focuses on some of their fellow students as the class prepares for their big night. While you may know what to expect from the story, the film offers a cute look at teenage romance. DVD extras include a blooper reel and seven music videos.

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Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family

Tyler Perry returns as titular character Madea in this dramedy about a family facing a number of problems. The sassy matriarch rallies around her niece (Loretta Devine) as she experiences a health scare, and offers her support to other members of the family as they navigate issues ranging from a failing marriage to the temptation to deal drugs. Madea's antics may feel familiar to audiences who have seen films in the franchise before, but fans of the raucous humor won't be disappointed. DVD extras include four featurettes, including "Madea's Family Tree" and "By-Reen: The Baby Mama From Hell."

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Poll May 12, 2011

Would You Go to an Adult Prom?

Did you have a disastrous prom and wish you could do it all over again?

by Tara Block

Did you have a disastrous prom and wish you could do it all over again? You can! The trend this high school dance season is proms for adults. And these proms aren't spoof-y girls' nights in, where you grab your best gal pals and don horrible bridesmaid dresses while sipping champagne in your living room. These are bona fide dance parties — prom king and queen, dresses, photos, and all — meant to give adults (mostly in their 20s and 30s) a chance at a prom do-over, although this time there aren't any chaperones, there's plenty of alcohol, and there are kids with a babysitter waiting for you at home.

I feel that once you've left high school, there's no reliving prom, what's done is done. I'd say leave the reminiscing for your high school reunion and focus on how great it is to not be in high school and do grownup things like drink legally and go home with someone you love instead of an awkward teenager. What do you think?

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Prom's Thomas McDonell Talks Dark Shadows With Johnny Depp

POPSUGAR Entertainment May 03, 2011

Prom's Thomas McDonell on Nabbing a Disney Role and Getting Used to Screaming Fans

Thomas McDonell stars as the artsy outsider who steals the show in Disney's new movie Prom, which hit theaters last Friday.

by POPSUGAR Celebrity

Thomas McDonell stars as the artsy outsider who steals the show in Disney's new movie Prom, which hit theaters last Friday. We caught up with the star recently in NYC, which is actually Thomas's hometown — his brother, Nick, has already achieved a taste of fame after writing about privileged Upper East Side high schoolers in Twelve. The movie adaptation of Nick's book was one of Thomas's first roles, and there are big things in his future. He nabbed a part playing a young Johnny Depp in Tim Burton's upcoming Dark Shadows. First, though, check out Thomas sharing all about getting a job with Disney and being at ease with screaming fans of all ages.