Claudia Lou, 21, from Warrington, Cheshire, has built a collection of over 100 dresses, including an unworn 1950s prom gown, and treasures items like an original record player and vintage vanity set.

She revealed: "I have an original 1950s prom dress in mint condition - never been worn." "It's pink with tulle. It's gorgeous. It was a bit pricey but very worth it." Claudia's love for all things ...

It took until the 1950s for the prom to be intrinsically stitched into the fabric of high school culture but certain traditions were established early, such as banning female students from asking ...