In the United States, a prom, short for promenade, is a formal dance held at the end of the years of high school and college, called junior prom and senior prom respectively. In British English such an event would be called a ball, although in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand it is also often called a formal. In Australian schools the terms used are either formal or sometimes as Leaver's Dinner, usually so when the night includes a meal. In Ireland it is known as a debs (an abbreviation of debutante ball). In the U.S. a "formal" is typically a similar dance that is held by a fraternity or sorority affiliated with a certain college or university. In Australia, the term "prom" has also come into sparse usage and in Britain it is becoming widespread, because of US influence. The name is derived from the late ninteenth century practice of a Promenade ball. The end of year tradition stemmed from the Graduation Ball tradition.

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Finally you have the perfect prom dress! But wait... you can't wear a bra with that one! How do you keep your dress from falling off? Simple! Wear a special Prom bra!

The following specially-made Prom bras are great for strapless and backless gowns, or for plunging necklines.

The Clear Strap Bra has clear plastic straps attached to it for that strapless or halter top 2007 prom dress. It is convertible and you don't need worry about it slipping off, unlike strapless prom bras.

However, if you are wearing a strapless AND backless gown, you might be better off wearing a strapless prom bra. But we all know not every girl is as busty as Paris Hilton or Lindsay Lohan, so we have a solution for that. Try the Silicone Magic Bra!

This invisible flesh-colored prom bra is the most soft, natural strapless, backless, self-adhesive bra that is reusable and washable. It is very easy to use and remove. And don't worry about it slipping off because it will stay on securely even if you perspire. It's available in 4 cup sizes: A,B,C, and D.

Another alternative prom bra is the Totally Backless and Strapless Bra which is similar to the Silicone Magic Bra, but comes in two colors: black and tan.

A third alternative strapless and backless prom bra, which is also perfect for plunging necklines, is the Invisible Stick-On Bra. This flesh-colored bra is self-adhesive and curves around the underside of your breasts, keeping a firm support for those loose necklines that seem they'll fall down any minute. It's microporous so your skin can breathe.

Other choices for a prom bra include free bras or push-up bras that are self-adhesive and can be attached easily. Like the Invisible Bra they give you a firm support and a comfortable fit.

For the more adventurous girls, however, there are silicone nipple covers available. These may not give you firm breast support, but when a girl is confident with how she looks without any bra on it's no problem. This can also be a girl's best friend when she's wearing a prom dress made with sheer or thin fabric (especially jersey which will undoubtedly reveal unsightly panty and bra lines).

Silicone Nipple Covers are self-adhesive, reusable and washable. It will stay on securely even if you perspire.