The idea to host a Queer Prom came from an old viral TikTok trend a few years ago, where people used filters and AI to generate what they might have looked like as teens, then compared the results to their actual photos for accuracy. The trend held a much different meaning to us. We were moved to see ourselves visually as we might have looked in high school, as our most authentic selves. We spent the evening daydreaming about what we would have worn to prom as our authentic selves and, more importantly, which songs we would have loved to dance to. 

Our inaugural event, the 2024 “Queer Prom: Come as You Are,” was a nostalgic reference to the famous Nirvana song from our youth. “I think that song is about acceptance, and about misfits,” once said Nirvana producer Butch Vig. “…‘Come As You Are’ is an ode to accepting someone for who they are.”

In 2026, we believe this sentiment is as important as ever in our country, and we’d like to reimagine it for this year.

Our Queer Prom is for anyone in our industry and community who has ever felt othered, but especially for the trans community. Our intention is to provide a safe space for our friends to express themselves authentically, surrounded by those who love and honor us.

Due to the nature of this event, we invite guests to purchase tickets ($45 each) directly or to participate as a sponsor. A portion of our ticket sales and sponsorship fees will be donated directly to charity.

Xo,

Foxxy & Kristel