https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:10:47 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341814 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:38:53 +0000 Anonymous 2341814@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>:) re: Princess Di!<br /> Can the purple dress be layered under the black? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341781 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:12:45 +0000 Jenni NZ 2341781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you want something bright and cheap rather than buying in the US then do you have a Look Sharp store in your city? I get lots of costume stuff there, I think they would have bright tights/fishnets etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341768 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 03:49:43 +0000 Sal 2341768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Carla!&nbsp; I saw there was a Nordstrom and Bloomingdales near my Chicago hotel so thought they might be an option?&nbsp; Especially if I want lilac sheers or black spot sheers or hot pink shiny leggings...</p> <p>I love a costume party.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341766 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 03:43:49 +0000 Carla 2341766@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That Lady Diana look is amazing! &nbsp;You can always dye hose the colour you want, though big cities often have a specialty hose/sock shop. &nbsp;I once shopping for all my stocking needs at a place called ‘Socks Third Avenue’! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341764 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 03:36:10 +0000 Sal 2341764@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tried to get the angle right Helena!</p> <p>I thought in the USA there could be a wider range of hosiery so I will see what I can find that appeals to go with either option.&nbsp; And I will report back (it's not til the end of November!!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341656 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:52:29 +0000 Helena 2341656@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You got Diana's signature head tilt spot on in that photo Sal! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341581 Sat, 14 Oct 2023 16:49:26 +0000 Suz 2341581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are instantly recognizable in that old photo! Fun pic! And how fun that you can loan the dress.&nbsp;</p> <p>I would choose he purple as Angie or Bijou suggest for the party! Sounds like fun.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341496 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:04:48 +0000 Jonesy 2341496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds like a fun party and I think either option will be fabulous! I personally wore tons of black in the 80s, and the Madonna look is a classic; otoh, the purple could be dolled up too to create that 80s vibe. I love your pics of you in the blue 80s dress and your Princess Di look--big feathered hair for the win :)! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341490 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:52:02 +0000 Sal 2341490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awesome - thank you! I don’t want to buy something - I could hire - but I like taking something I have and using hair and makeup to be in theme. I could see sheer black dotty hose with the purple or maybe lilac or green. </p> <p>I love a theme party! We have a real run of parties and events mid November to early December so I am needing to be organised. I don’t think I will have to get anything new over six events - one wedding, two 50th, a 21st, a black tie and a work party. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341413 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:06:40 +0000 lyn67 2341413@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, such a gorgeous prom dress you had back then!!! And look at you in the pictie with Jon&nbsp; as Lady Dy- clothes, hair and even the pose- just perfect! Can't wait to see the outfit&nbsp; which you came up with, sounds wonderful! (Oh, I also vote purple dress...but not sure I would wear another bright for hosiery (rather black sheers)+green sandals and teased hair would be enough of a 80's for me-but surely You have to know better!:-))&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341400 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 07:42:04 +0000 Asoebi Guest Fashion 2341400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have fun, make the day a memorable one. That is what prom party is all about. Cheer! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341377 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:00:45 +0000 Dee 2341377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha Sal, your Princess Di photo is fantastic!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341376 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:55:11 +0000 Jules 2341376@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think black lace is very Madonna, actually. I can see it with neon pink footless tights/leggings and the green shoes. A scarf or piece of fabric tied in your hair similar to Bijou's inspo photo. Layers of pearls or whatever other fun jewelry you have....whatever you decide, this is going to be a blast to put together and I look forward to photos! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341374 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:48:17 +0000 Sal 2341374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here I am as Princess Diana. Not sure if Jon is very Charles though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341373 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:40:29 +0000 Sal 2341373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awesome! I will see what I come across to go in either of these ways. I am happy to buy hosiery and shoulder pads etc - and pretty sure I can thrift jewelry or find something in the dress up box!! </p> <p>I have been Lady Di before on three occasions. I will try find a pic!! My hair dies very well with her flicks.</p> <p>Thanks so much!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341371 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:08:20 +0000 Angie 2341371@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your '80s bubble dress is '80 KILLER AWESOME, <b>Sal</b>!<b></b>!!</p> <p>Wha<b></b>t<b> JenniNZ&nbsp;</b>said! Purple Dress! Add shocking pink leggings, shoulder pads, pointy shoes, teased hair, big earrings, neon bag, and bright make-up :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Or, what<b> Bijou</b> is suggesting with the black lace!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341363 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:15:19 +0000 LaPed 2341363@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No ideas to add, but wow, that turquoise bubble-hem dress is great! Love that you've kept it. :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341360 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:49:58 +0000 Dee 2341360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh love you in the 80's bubble dress, And I agree you have a princess Di vibe, play that up. I'd go with the purple dress and sheer black possibly patterned hose. Don't forget the corsage. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341359 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:39:47 +0000 Helena 2341359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this, so fun! I immediately thought of Desperately Seeking Susan when I saw the black dress (which is gorgeous and classic on its own) ... I think that would be the easier one to get the 80s vibe with ... Definitely curled hair and 80s makeup will be essential!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341355 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:37:53 +0000 kkards 2341355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the bubble dress! &nbsp;Flash back photo is soooo fun!<br />I’d wear the purple with sheer black pantyhose-that just says 80s to me. &nbsp;But if you do wear the black, yes to Bijou’s “ desperately seeking Susan” ideas&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341354 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:27:27 +0000 Bijou 2341354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would go with the purple dress and because you resemble Princess Diana, I would style your hair in the classic Princess Diana BIG hair from the 1980's complete with cobalt blue eyeliner and mascara that were very much a part of her look. If a friend can lend you big jewel earrings (sapphires anyone), a tiara or pearls that would be fab!</p> <p>Your purple dress is a great piece and has a similar shape to Diana's dress. It may be possible to get a silver sash or belt to try to copy Diana's look.</p> <p>If you plan on the black, try styling it in a Madonna "Desperately Seeking Susan" way, complete with that hair, black bow, make-up and big jewellery. </p> <p>Two very different looks but lots of fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341347 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:29:12 +0000 Cardiff girl 2341347@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What fun and thanks for showing us eighties Sal.Those eighties fashions,bring back memories,<br />yes l agree that colour is the way to go along with bright makeup big jewellry and Prehaps curl your hair to mimic a perm? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341345 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:53:19 +0000 Jenni NZ 2341345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>(I did feel I recognised you too, was just checking). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341344 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:50:25 +0000 Star (Lise) 2341344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal I recognised you immediately.&nbsp; You look lovely and that bubble hem is so 80s and cool.&nbsp; Personally I would skip wearing black.&nbsp; 80s = colour. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341343 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:41:57 +0000 Jenni NZ 2341343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh I love the original pic! You’re the taller girl in the pic? I like the idea of purple dress, bright tights and the green heels. Riff on it a bit? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/1980s-prom-party#post-2341342 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:06:45 +0000 Sal 2341342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi all</p> <p>I have been invited to a 1980s prom party. It’s not for six weeks but I am planning ahead.</p> <p>My original 1980s dress does not fit but I am lending it to a friend! I was wondering about wearing the black lace with bright leggings underneath - and heels? Not sure if that is prom like? I don’t own bright leggings but would wear them again potentially. Or I could wear the purple? Sadly the purple has lost some colour and is a bit more muted. </p> <p>Ideas are appreciated!! </p>