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The Social Media Impact on What Teens Wear to Homecoming

How TikTok, Instagram, and peer influence have transformed homecoming into a major social media-driven style moment

June 13, 2025
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Photography by Giovanni Gori and Andrea Aldrovandi for DSCENE Magazine

In the age of Instagram reels, TikTok trends, and Snapchat stories, fashion for Gen Z is no longer dictated by glossy magazines or even fashion runways. It’s shaped in real-time by what their peers post online. Among the many teenage milestones influenced by social media, one stands out in particular: homecoming.

Once a relatively traditional school event focused on spirit weeks and football games, homecoming has transformed into a major style moment, thanks in large part to the visibility and aspirational nature of social media. What teens wear to homecoming now reflects more than just personal taste; it showcases identity, awareness of trends, and an ability to stand out in the digital crowd.

From Hashtag to Hallway: The Rise of Influencer-Inspired Dressing

Scroll through TikTok during homecoming season, and you’ll find a flood of videos under hashtags like #HOCO2025, #HomecomingFitCheck, or #HOCOGlam. These short-form videos feature teens doing outfit reveals, transformations, and “Get Ready With Me” (GRWM) content. Many look to influencers or celebrities their age for guidance on what to wear, whether it’s a red carpet look they want to replicate or a trending color dominating feeds.

Even micro-influencers, often with just a few thousand followers, help shape what’s considered stylish. Their relatable status makes their fashion picks more accessible. A teen might skip traditional retail shopping and instead head straight to websites or boutiques promoted by influencers they follow. In many cases, a viral video showing off a certain dress style can trigger a wave of purchases or copycat looks among peers.

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Photography by Giovanni Gori and Andrea Aldrovandi for DSCENE Magazine

TikTok’s Takeover: Trend Cycles in Overdrive

One of the most dramatic changes social media has introduced to homecoming style is the speed of trend turnover. What’s “in” can change week to week. This means that the dress style a teen loved in August might already feel “overdone” by mid-September if it’s been heavily featured online.

This rapid trend turnover puts pressure on teens to stay current and find dresses that strike a balance between trendy and unique. Sequins, corset bodices, asymmetrical hemlines, and bold colors often rise to popularity through viral videos. Because of this, many turn to curated online stores that frequently update their inventory to reflect these shifts.

Some boutiques meet this need by offering regularly updated selections that reflect online trends without losing sight of classic staples. If you’re browsing for inspiration or hoping to find the best homecoming dresses that blend fresh styles with lasting appeal, curated collections from trend-aware retailers can be a great place to start.

Peer Pressure and the Algorithm: The Double-Edged Sword

With increased visibility comes increased scrutiny. Social media has made fashion highly competitive, even among teens. The desire to “go viral” or simply fit in with peer expectations can lead to heightened pressure around appearance, including what one wears to homecoming.

Apps like Instagram and TikTok thrive on engagement, and this often favors bold, glamorous, or statement-making looks. As a result, many teens aim for photo-ready outfits that photograph well and pop on screen – think sparkles, dramatic slits, or bold color blocking. These choices may not always align with the individual’s taste but are selected to ensure they stand out in a feed flooded with similar content.

At the same time, there’s a growing awareness among Gen Z about authenticity and mental health. Some teens have pushed back against the pressure to perform, advocating for looks that prioritize comfort, confidence, and personal expression over likes and views. This duality defines the current homecoming fashion scene, a tug-of-war between wanting to impress others and wanting to express oneself.

The Rise of DIY and Personalization

Amid the influencer saturation and rapid trend shifts, another social-driven phenomenon has emerged: DIY and customization. TikTok is filled with tutorials on altering store-bought dresses, adding rhinestones, adjusting hemlines, or layering accessories to create a one-of-a-kind look.

Personalization isn’t just a creative outlet; it’s a response to the need for individuality in an era of mass influence. Teens want to wear something no one else will have, especially when every outfit gets posted, shared, and scrutinized online.

Retailers who offer dresses that are easy to modify or personalize often gain an edge. Even simple features like adjustable straps, removable elements, or versatile silhouettes allow for quick customization that feels meaningful.

Homecoming
Photography by Giovanni Gori and Andrea Aldrovandi for DSCENE Magazine

The New Red Carpet Moment

For Gen Z, homecoming is more than a dance. It’s a public-facing event that lives forever online. Every photo, video, or tag becomes part of a digital legacy. This is why so much thought now goes into choosing a homecoming dress.

Unlike prom, which still holds a more traditional and formal reputation, homecoming has embraced a bolder, more fashion-forward persona. Teens don’t just want to look nice. They want to serve a look. Social media has blurred the line between school events and celebrity-style moments, elevating the dress selection process into something closer to styling for an editorial shoot.

Final Thoughts: Where Social Meets Style

Social media isn’t going anywhere, and neither is its influence on teen fashion. The homecoming dress a teen chooses today is as much about personal expression as it is about digital visibility. For better or worse, platforms like TikTok and Instagram have become the new style arbiters.

What matters now isn’t just showing up to homecoming in a pretty dress. It’s showing up in a look that reflects personality, taps into current trends, and feels worth documenting and sharing. Retailers who understand this intersection of social and style will continue to dominate the conversation.

Whether it’s through influencer inspiration, viral trends, or the desire for customization, one thing is clear. Homecoming fashion has officially entered its social media era. And for teens everywhere, the search for the perfect outfit begins not in the mall, but in the feed.

Images from Before the Sunset by Giovanni Gori & Andrea Aldrovandi – see full article here.

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Ana Markovic

Ana Markovic

Deputy Editor at DSCENE Publishing

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