10 Vintage Prom Dresses That Deserve Their Own Soundtrack

FASHION

5/2/20253 min read

If you're anything like me, you don't just shop vintage—you romanticize it. And prom? That’s the perfect excuse to do the most. If these dresses could talk, they’d sing. So I paired each one with a song that totally captures its vibe. Whether you’re going to prom or just want an excuse to dress like the main character, this list is for you.

Each dress is shoppable through hand-picked vintage listings I found on eBay (linked throughout). Scroll all the way for the full mood board if you're ready to build your own soundtrack-worthy prom look.

1. The Stevie: Flowy 70s Chiffon

Song: Dreams by Fleetwood Mac
This one’s for the girl who always has a poetry book in her tote. Earthy, romantic, and maybe a little mysterious. Think fluttery sleeves, muted tones, and vintage florals.
→ Shop similar dresses on eBay.

2. The Madonna: Bold Metallic 80s

Song: Material Girl by Madonna
Ruffles. Rhinestones. Attitude. This is the dress that owns the room. The type of energy that says, “Yes, I came to dance—and I brought backup.”
→ Shop Madonna-inspired 80s dresses

3. The Diana Ross: Disco Glam

Song: Love Hangover by Diana Ross
All sequins, no apologies. This one catches the light from every direction. Picture a Studio 54 moment with a little edge.
→ Find disco glam styles on eBay

4. The Alanis: Moody 90s Grunge-Glam

Song: You Oughta Know by Alanis Morissette
This one’s velvet, crushed, probably black. Pair it with a thrifted choker and boots if you dare.
→ Search 90s velvet dresses here

5. The Brigitte: 60s Bubble Hem

Song: These Boots Are Made for Walkin’ by Nancy Sinatra
It’s got a mod silhouette, a bold color, and looks amazing with a high pony. Bonus points for big earrings.
→ Bubble hem vintage picks

6. The Cher: Sheer Drama

Song: If I Could Turn Back Time by Cher
This one’s sheer paneling, body-hugging, and glam to the max. It’s giving red carpet... and maybe a little scandal.
→ Shop Cher-inspired dresses

7. The Gwen: Y2K Pop Punk

Song: Just a Girl by No Doubt
Bold color blocking, maybe some tulle peeking out, and a little bit of chaos. This is prom after you DIY safety pins into the straps.
→ Y2K-era dresses here

8. The Dolly: Sweetheart Sparkle

Song: 9 to 5 by Dolly Parton
Pink, poufy, and covered in rhinestones. The sweetheart neckline doesn’t lie—it’s a classic.
→ Rhinestone sweetheart dresses

9. The Whitney: Elegant 80s Satin

Song: I Wanna Dance with Somebody by Whitney Houston
Satin puff sleeves, soft pastels, and elegance with a little bit of shoulder drama.
→ Shop Whitney-era satin dresses

10. The Kate Bush: Fairytale Goth

Song: Wuthering Heights by Kate Bush
High collar, layers of lace, and moody romanticism. This one’s for the dreamers who want to haunt the dance floor—in a good way.
→ Lace goth fairy dresses