Prom season is just around the corner, which means the annual excuse to get ULTRA glam is coming in just a few short months.
It's time for high schoolers to start the prom dress hunt if you want one that isn't a last minute find.
Forever 21 launched a seriously huge collection of special occasion dresses, and ALL of their prom dresses are under $80.
More importantly, many of the prom dresses are actually VERY cute — so check out the 17 best picks from the Forever 21 lineup, and prepare to slay prom 2018 on a budget.
This pink embroidered gown is giving lots of Disney princess vibes.
This blush toned gown ($68, Forever 21) comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
This red floral lace dress is purely FIRE.
This red dress ($68, Forever 21) is also a cream and gold version.
Forget being prom queen. You're going to be the CURVE queen when you step out in this golden sequin dress with sultry slits and spaghetti straps.
This gold sequin dress ($66.30, Forever 21) comes in two colors: gold and black. The dress is available in 1X, 2X, and 3X.
There is no shortage of soft pink prom dress options in the evening gown lineup.
This Beaded High-Neck gown ($68, Forever 21) comes in small, medium, and large.
Let's talk about how sexy yet elegant this sheer sequined gown is.
This blush-toned gown ($68, Forever 21) comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large. The site says this beauty is low in stock so you grab it before it's gone!
Serve up subtle disco vibes with this figure-hugging dress with a sequined top half.
This plus-size sequin maxi dress $$40.80, Forever 21) comes in two versions: Silver/Black (above) and Gold/Black. The dress is available in 1X, 2X, and 3X.
This floral dress is wicked pretty and perfect for a spring prom or formal.
The floral lace dress ($78, Forever 21) is available in small, medium, and large and stock is LOW so bust a move quickly.
Give 'em a little leg and plenty of glamour in this gold sequined dress with a plunging neckline.
This gold sequined dress ($83.90, Forever 21) also comes in black. Sizes available are 1X, 2X, and 3X.
An ankle length style like this blue taffeta dress is a modern way to do 2018 prom!
This taffeta gown ($65, Forever 21) comes in two shades: navy (above) and bright red.
Forever 21 is trying to make sure you SLAY florals this prom season, and this floral mesh gown is proof.
This cream and floral prom dress ($68, Forever 21) comes in sizes small, medium, and large.
Step out to prom looking like a fiery red mermaid in this gorgeous halter dress.
This plus-size sheer mermaid dress ($32.40, Forever 21) is available in in two colors but the black version is sold out. Grab this saucy red version before it's gone! Order it in 1X, 2X, and 3X.
It's flower girl, but make it fast fashion with this hi-low floral dress.
This strapless dress ($68, Forever 21) has a subtle high-low hemline and an asymmetric bust. Get it in small, medium, and large sizes.
Flip the script and go against the long dress grain with this short, white dress that lets all the drama live in the sleeves.
This plus-size flare sleeve dress ($48, Forever 21) comes in black, white, and red. You can order it in sizes 2X and 3X. 1X is sold out so you'll have to check back for a restock.
In a sea of lace, mesh, and sequins — be the metallic queen that rules them all for Prom 2018 in this gorgeous metallic slip dress.
This plus-size metallic dress ($25.99, Forever 21) comes in two colors — silver and gold — but gold is out of stock. Grab that metallic silver beauty while you can! Order it in 1X, 2X, or 3X.
This Faux Gem Self-Tie gown is giving Beauty and the Beast vibes!
If you feel more like Aurora than Belle, then you can also order this self-tie princess dress ($65, Forever 21) in a soft blush pink.
The little black dress never loses its elegance. Slay prom with this long mermaid version.
This plus-size mermaid dress ($38.25, Forever 21) also comes in a ginger color in sizes 1X, 2X, and 3X.
Forever 21 is going to make sure you ball on a budget — and FLAWLESSLY. This red mermaid style prom dress is PERFECT.
This tangerine dress ($45, Forever 21) has a bomb mermaid silhouette and comes in small, medium, and large.
From long, slinky dresses in sparkly sequins...
Get this black sequined dress ($58, Forever 21) in two other hues: wine and rose gold.
...to the sauciest, most snatched formal jumpsuit you've ever seen.
Get this black jumpsuit ($58, Forever 21) also in an alternate olive green color.
After all, why should you spend a ton on a prom dress when you can look like royalty in this off-shoulder gown for a lower price point?
This Contrast Floral Off-Shoulder gown ($68, Forever 21) comes in two different color options: Ivory/Blush and Black/Cream (above).
This black, sequined dress is the perfect way to effortlessly glam up for prom.
This plus-size ETA sheer mesh dress ($33.99, Forever 21) comes in two colors: champagne and black. Grab this dress in sizes 1X, 2X, or 3X.
This Cutout Mesh-Insert gown is basically red carpet ready.
A body-hugging slay is in store with this mesh-insert gown ($65, Forever 21) and it comes in two colors: blush and red.
Show up to prom in the nude and kill everything moving in this simple but stunning polka dot dress.
The Polka Dot Sequin dress ($78, Forever 21) comes in a small, medium, and large.
If you dare to wear white to prom, then this embroidered open-shoulder maxi dress is how you do it WELL.
If you're digging this white off-shoulder dress ($65, Forever 21) and not prepared to do white on prom night, then it also comes in pink.
Pink wins again but this time in a deep mauve lace dress.
This faux pearl embroidered gown ($68, Forever 21) comes in three colors: white, blush pink, and mauve pink.
