Q&A for How to Dress for Prom

Don't feel pressured to dress really sexy for your prom. You want to look like yourself, not a 30-year-old on the red carpet at the VMAs. Instead of showing a lot of skin, focus on expressing your own personal style!

Girls can wear whatever they feel the most comfortable and beautiful in. Keep in mind that some conservative schools may prohibit women from wearing suits to the prom. If this is the case, contact the school before the dance and let them know that you intend to wear a suit that's appropriate for the formality of the occasion.

Try on 1 of each shoe and look in the mirror to see which 1 looks best. Then walk around in the shoes and the dress to determine which is the most comfortable.

You can get fitted jackets and trousers for girls; the jacket should compliment your figure. The trousers could flair out or they could be slim fit. If you wear a bright blouse underneath and/or heels, you'll find the outfit stays androgynous. Also, consider 80's looks. Power suits for women were, and still are, very popular.

Absolutely! The black will compliment the maroon jacket instead of compete with it.

Depending on your school, you may not be allowed in if your outfit does not fit the dress code, and that includes formality. If possible, it's best to wear something that looks formal, otherwise you will be severely under-dressed and might not feel comfortable.

Yes! A statement tie can look fantastic with a solid black suit. Just make sure you don't have any other colors in your outfit (more of the same red is fine), and you'll look great!

Yes, gold sandal heels would be perfectly appropriate. Just make sure the shoes match your dress/suit and your accessories, and you'll rock them!

Most likely, everyone else will be wearing a tuxedo, but it's really up to you. I'd recommend you at least wear a blazer if you're going to wear a dress shirt and pants.

Turtlenecks with suits have recently become very trendy. A turtleneck can add a classy, yet casual touch to a dapper suit. Do as you please, but keep in mind that you may get sweaty if the turtleneck is thick.

Blazers tend to be more casual. See if the dress code for your prom is formal or semi-formal, and go from there.

Certainly, but a jacket is recommended, especially if you live in a cold area. And you'll look smarter with it.

If it isn't against your dress code, yes you can. However, you'll need to own it or you may get people making jokes or unkind comments. Maybe try a kilt or another cultural skirt-for-men style.

Ask her! If you don't want to ask her directly what you should wear, ask her what she's wearing and try to determine which tuxedo would look better with her dress. Generally speaking, though, black goes with everything.

It all depends on your outfit. Try accessories that have the same colors and styles. If you have a short dress, for example, carry a purse that has the same color with stud earrings, a small necklace, and whatever bracelets or rings go with the outfit. Just wear what you think looks good with your outfit, and ask a friend or parent to let you know what they think.

Sure, as long as it's not against the dress code. Most girls wear long dresses to prom, but it's certainly not a rule that you have to.

Wear the red dress! Red is the color of power and everyone will see your powerful personality. Pair it with gold flats or small heels. Add some small earrings and necklaces.