Taffeta! Ruffles! Satin! That’s right, prom is around the corner for millions of American teens. If you’re shopping for one, or just want a cocktail dress that lets you relive the excitement vicariously, we have you covered. We’ll be taking on affordable prom dresses and dream prom dresses in separate posts, but we kick things off with a little black dress that will continue to work for college cocktails and other events past that one special night. At $300 (originally $750), this Notte by Marchesa dress may still take a little bit of saving, but trust us when we say that Facebook photo tagging has made a prom dress that won’t be a point of embarrassment at your 10-year reunion truly priceless.
Notte by Marchesa Black Pleated Satin Twill Dress, $300 @the Outnet
Also available in a longer gown variation for $462, and in red, fuchsia and blue.
Inge Christopher Metallic Bronze Leather Vegas Clutch, $176 @eBags
Zoe B. Faceted Smoky Briolette Double Drop Earrings, $370 @Max & Chloe
Aamaya by Priyanka Smoky Topaz Triple Stone Ring, $259.05 @MyWardrobe
Not Too Coy Jeweled Black Satin Platform Heels, $73.50 @Zappos