Let me take you back to some of the most awkward yet fantastic moments of our teenage years—high school prom. Ah, yes, the magical night when we all step out in our finest attire, hoping to have a fairytale evening. But this story isn’t about your typical prom night. This is a tale about a 16-year-old named Korben White, who turned heads and raised eyebrows with his bold choice of outfit.
Now, when you think of prom fashion for the fellas, a classic tuxedo might come to mind. However, young Korben decided to give tradition a sassy spin. Picture this: a stunning red skirt paired with a sequined tuxedo top. Fashionistas, eat your hearts out! It’s not just striking; it’s a statement.
— Nina Green (@thisisneenz) July 1, 2022
Korben’s mom, Nina Green, was not taken by surprise here. He’s been dreaming about this moment since he was 12. “He wanted to go to his school prom in a gown,” she proudly shared, adding that the ensemble was inspired by none other than Billy Porter—the king of red carpet innovation.
Speaking of inspiration, Korben’s creation truly captured his essence—a blend of masculine and feminine that just screams authentic self-expression. Or, as his mom put it, “He wanted to be Korben…but in a dress.” And oh boy, did he deliver!
And that’s not all; there was an emotional moment when Korben crossed paths with Michelle Visage, leaving him with cherished words and memories that will last a lifetime.
A very emotional moment today meeting @michellevisage Thank you for your beautiful words. This moment will stay with me forever xx pic.twitter.com/fIz4m46fOl
— Nina Green (@thisisneenz) January 7, 2023
As the evening unfolded, Korben arrived at the prom to applause louder than a fireworks display. Students, teachers, you name it—everyone was cheering as this young trailblazer stepped out of the car. Imagine the scene; it was a tear-jerking moment that screamed acceptance and joy.
Nina expressed her overflowing pride, explaining how the school community had been incredibly supportive of her son and how crucial it is to let kids be themselves. “As soon as he got out of the car, everyone just cheered…because he was being who he wanted to be,
