(Above) As a last-minute decision for last year’s Great Gatsby themed Prom, I decided to borrow my sister’s light green satin dress that she wore to her sorority’s date function. With minor alterations, it fit perfectly. I accessorized with a pair of sparkly rose-gold heels from Dillard’s and gold jewelry from Kendra Scott and Tiffany & Co.
With Prom right around the corner, Lake Highland Juniors and Seniors are scrambling to find the picture-perfect outfit for the night that everyone remembers. Whether it’s searching online stores, scrolling through Pinterest, renting attire on apps like Raide, or taking a trip to the mall with your friends to try on dresses or suits, the possibilities are endless. Everyone wants to look their best on Prom night, so it’s important to start thinking of ideas earlier rather than later. Although trending looks for girls include corset boddesses, pastels, satin material, slits, and slim-fitting dresses, you can be as creative as you desire. Prom is an opportunity to express one’s personality, so there are very few limitations. Men’s Prom fashion trends are also becoming increasingly broad, with many stepping outside their comfort zones and wearing patterned suites and bright colors to make a statement. Some even ditch neckties and bowties for a more informal and relaxed look. Formal wear is all about drawing inspiration, and the Upper School newspaper staff is here to help. Highlanders cannot wait for one of the most anticipated school events of the year!
(Above) Tessa Guerra, grade 12, rocks a satin one-shoulder dress with ruching all over. The tail of fabric makes for the best of both worlds when it comes to choosing short versus long dresses. (Emily Sacco)(Above) Zane Rimes, grade 12, drew inspiration for his look from his favorite artist, The Weeknd. The bright red suit and white and black shoes are sure to make a statement on the dance floor. (Mary Collins)(Above) Mary Collins, grade 11, showcases a dressy-casual blue and white dress with floral patterns that reminds her of Greece. (Alyssa Wiboon) (Above) Hayden Roberts, grade 11, steps out of the box with her mom’s muti-colored dress with several different graphic designs all along the skirt, including hearts, animals, and stars. She adds to this look with a green necklace from Kendra Scott and a pair of Golden Goose’s. She is more than excited to attend Prom for the first time this year. (Hiba Bilal)(Above) Emily Sacco and Ashley Taddeo, both grade 11, match each other with a classic slim, black dress with a slit on one side. (Hiba Bilal)(Above) Neutral colors are known to fit almost any occasion. Hiba Bilal, grade 11, pairs modesty with unique accents of small ruffles and puffed sleeves in her tan-colored dress. (Alyssa Wiboon)(Above) Ruffles give a dainty and feminine look to any formal wear. Yara Koteish, grade 11, shows off a blue maxi dress with patterned ruffles. She loves shopping on Park Avenue with her friends. (Hiba Bilal)(Above) The simpler, the better. Savannah Fondo, grade 11, models a white A-line dress from Zara with straps that tie into bows. She adds to this with chunky gold hoops and a gold pendant. (Alyssa Wiboon)
Alyssa Wiboon, grade 12, is the Editor-in-Chief of Lake Highland Preparatory School’s Upper School newspaper Twice-Told Tale, and Director of Photography of the Upper School literary magazine By Any Other Name, both nationally recognized by the American Scholastic Press Association and the National Council of Teachers of English. Alyssa is also the Co-President of her school’s club, Paws for a Cause, where she helps spread awareness for animals within local Orlando shelters. Outside of school, she enjoys Irish dancing, going to the beach, crocheting, and watching movies. With over 200 service hours, Alyssa prioritizes helping local communities in any way she can, whether it be at her church or nearby food banks. In the future, she plans to pursue optometry and continue her passion for writing in college.
Emily Sacco, grade 11, is a beginning staff member of Lake Highland’s newspaper Twice-Told Tale. She attended Lake Highland Preparatory from Pre-K to Kindergarten and returned in fifth grade. She aspires to major in psychology and choose a career within that field. Spending quality time with her loved ones is the best way she likes to spend her free time. Outside of school, she enjoys traveling (especially throughout Europe), going to the gym, and giving back to her community. With over 150 service hours and multiple programs she is involved in, serving her community is something extremely important to her.
Mary Collins is a returning member of Lake Highland Preparatory School’s Upper School’s newspaper Twice-Told Tale. Mary began writing for fun when she was around 10 years old and aspires to major in communications, public relations, or psychology. She loves the beach and spends her free time in her dance studio studying Flamenco. She was born and raised in Miami but later moved to Orlando. She is currently president of the LHP Young Catholics Club, partners with Cooking Through Culture, and works with E.S.T.E.R and The Ronald McDonald House. Her favorite subject remains English, as she follows in her mother’s footsteps through a love of literature.
Hiba Bilal, grade 11, is the Co-editor for Lake Highland Preparatory School’s newspaper Twice-Told Tale. Hiba started writing for the school’s newspaper during her Freshman year of high school, and she is back for her Junior year, which will be her second year on the newspaper staff. Additionally, she has been at Lake Highland Preparatory School since sixth grade which is approximately five years now. She loves to explore topics and mostly covers reviews and entertainment pieces. She hopes one day in the future to become a doctor and to become an author. When not writing, Hiba loves to read books and play volleyball. Additionally, she loves to write and publish poetry for The America Library of Poetry.
