Prom night is often the highlight of high school, a night of dreams and excitement. For 16-year-old Korben, it became a moment to express his individuality. Korben, who had loved wearing dresses since he was four, dreamed of wearing a gown to prom. At 16, that dream came true.

He wore a stunning red sequined jacket top, a voluminous skirt, oversized bowtie, red lipstick, and a sparkling crown—an outfit worthy of the Met Gala. His choice was a powerful statement of self-expression, and his classmates and staff at Sancroft High School in Norfolk, England, greeted him with cheers and admiration. His mother, Nina Green, proudly shared photos of Korben’s outfit on Twitter, which quickly went viral with 127.5K Likes.

Inspired by actor Billy Porter, Korben’s outfit blurred the lines between masculinity and femininity. His story highlights the importance of acceptance and confidence in one’s choices, resonating with many, including RuPaul’s Drag Race star Michelle Visage. Despite facing some negativity, Korben’s courage and support from his family showed that self-expression triumphs over ignorance.

Korben’s journey continues to inspire others, reminding us that fashion shouldn’t define us by gender, but rather empower us to be true to ourselves.

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