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Relaxed but still intentional

(Of course, there were other popular brands of 80s prom dresses, too see dozens of them here!) Romantic and ruffled and lacy, the most popular Gunne Sax gowns in the 80s had a distinct Victorian-era vibe, one that persisted throughout most of the decade

When you pair a black trench coat with a dress, you tap into a styling formula that feels intentional but never forced

Complete your look with rubber cleaning gloves

The deep neckline allows you to wear a bra without flattening your bust

Honorable mention goes to a less transparent turn in a shoot with Patrick Demarchelier for the July 1993 issue of Harpers Bazaar