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1 / 10

Dress Grand Prize Winner: Maya Ramirez (Maumee, OH)

Weaving is a big part of the textile industry in Guatemala, and as a Guatemalan-American, Maya always wanted to try the technique, so thought ‘What better time to incorporate it than into my prom dress?’

2 / 10

Runner-up: Brianna Bello (Winterville, NC)

The inspiration for this entry was honey bees! Vital in ecosystems and daily lives, this dress is a tribute to all their hard work, pollination, and sweet, sweet honey.

3 / 10

Runner-up: Christina Mellott (Chantilly, VA)

Inspired by her backyard creek, this dress featured a soft, feminine look with pastels, florals and iridescent touches. The flow of the skirt allowed beautiful movement with the wind.

4 / 10

Runner-up: Christina Truong (Salt Lake City, UT)

Inspired by the folkish ambiance and charm of the dance’s venue, the dress also incorporated her own personal style.

5 / 10

Runner-up: Nina De La Torre (San Antonio, TX)

With ancestors from Spain, the red roses show a glimpse of Spanish dresses, while the color palette and flowers add maturity, regality and confidence to the gown.

6 / 10

Tux Grand Prize Winner: Cameron Castles (Henderson, TX)

Dignified and refined, this southern-style, white tux created a dynamic and stylish appearance, while also incorporating the playing card pattern to coincide with the prom’s “Casino Night” theme.

7 / 10

Runner-up: Donald Stoltz (Eastanollee, GA)

Designed with significant symbolism, this tux included refined details of basket weaving, including a vintage style vest and shirt with lace French cuffs.

8 / 10

Runner-up: Irving Avalos (Carbondale, IL)

Short and sweet … the inspiration for this prom tux came from a “mobster’s suit.” Complete with red and black gingham plaid and coordinating hat, Irving arrived to prom in cool style.

9 / 10

Runner-up: Izak Shelley (Wasilla, AK)

A combination of professional design with traditional circus attire was incorporated in this entry, while preserving the ornate nature of that particular style.

10 / 10

Runner-up: Nicholas Rodriguez (Fresno, CA)

A runway show-stopper tuxedo was the inspiration for this well-fit, sleek design.

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