Prom Night: The Best Night of Your Life

By Elissa Stein

Book Overview

Prom Night is a masterpiece of fashion feats and derring 'dos. It's a stirring survey of taffeta, tuxedos, and tulle; a compelling compendium of baby blue, bouffants, and boutonnieres. But most of all it's a touching reminder of that legendary night that promised to be the best night ever. Ever. Whether the theme was Stairway to Heaven or Forever Young and whether the fashion du jour was Sissy Spacek la Carrie or prim Jackie O., the aim was to look as glamorous and sophisticated as possible. And that's exactly what Prom Night delivers: glamour and sophistication. Showcasing over 90 snapshots, candids, and formal prom pictures from the 1940s onward and including a thought-provoking prom timeline, this little book is a paean to a very, very special night.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811845443
• ISBN13: 9780811845441
• Release Date: February 2005
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 7.3"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

Great prom shots of the 60's-80's

True, hearing the stories of those pictured in this book would be great, but just seeing the pictures of the tux's and dresses from the 70's and 80's - hilarious. It is so interesting to see how styles have changed over the years. I think I'd like to see some updates and additions to this book - to include the 90's would be great, too. I went to prom in the early 90's and remember the black velvet and shiny fabric seeping in from the 80's, we looked HOT.

Awesome Book!

I definitely suggest this book, it provides a unique perspective of proms past. In fact, if you look at the last photo that encompasses two color pages, you can see me in all my 80's glory. I am thanks to Ms. Stein, in the definitive tome for cool retro prom style.

Take a trip back to high school !

This is the second book I've read by this author. The first was "Cheerleader: Ready? Okay!", and I loved them both. She provides a complete history of the prom as we know it, and the photos are fantastic. A perfect coffee table book and a great gift.