Jennifer O'Hare with Friends Kriti Samaymantri, Kelly Belter, Samantha Aliah, and Niharika "Nicki" Chalpe in their Prom Dresses, May 13, 2006

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Artifact Overview

Proms are a much-anticipated milestone for many teenagers. High school students dress up in their most glamorous clothing to attend these end-of-the-school-year formal dances. Some promgoers participate as a couple, while other teens band together with a group of friends to enjoy the event.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Digital image

Subject Date

13 May 2006

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

2024.13.DS.6

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Jennifer Miller.
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    Prom Dress, Worn by Jennifer O'Hare, 2006

    Proms are a much-anticipated milestone for many teenagers. High school students dress up in their most glamorous formal clothing to enjoy the prom. And for teen girls, choosing the perfect dress is key to the experience -- even when a compromise is required. Jennifer O'Hare preferred a backless dress but chose one acceptable to her mother, who helped pay for the gown.