The founders of Prom Expo Unlimited kicked off prom season by hosting a unique prom event that attracted a few hundred high school students.
(Isstories Editorial):- Los Angeles, California Apr 16, 2024 (Issuewire.com) – No time is more exciting and memorable for high school students than prom season. StormyWeather Banks and Octavia Clayton-Smith, founders of Prom Expo Unlimited hosted a unique prom event attracting a few hundred high school students. The event connected students with a diverse array of local vendors who offered exclusive pricing on prom items, making prom more affordable. The event took place at Earvin “Magic” Johnson Park & Community Event Center in Los Angeles and was well supported by City Officials and local celebrities.
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The event began with City Officials and local celebrities walking the red carpet. Red carpet attendees included StormyWeather Banks (Prom Expo Unlimited Founder), Octavia Clayton-Smith (Prom Expo Unlimited Co-Founder), Winnie Stackz (Fashion Celebrity Stylist & Prom Expo Unlimited Honoree), Katelynn Bennett (Actress & Prom Expo Unlimited Honoree), Emma Sharif (Mayor of Compton), Aide Castro (Senior Field Representative Office of Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson), David Arellano (Lakewood City Council), Brad Crihfield (Bellflower Unified School District Board President), Audrey Seda (Emmy-nominated Producer for TV shows “Scandal,” “Station 19,” and “Top Chef”), Jessica Mikayla (2024 NAACP Image Award Nominee for Disney “Launchpad Season 2”), DJ Tye Hollywood (iHeartRadio DJ), Stefan Benz (American Idol), Tamaira “Miss Tee” Sandifer (Forbes-Recognized CEO), Xavier Madera (Celebrity Jewelry Designer), Tyrone DuBose (Actor & America’s Premiere R&B Music Historian), Nimi Adokiye (CBS “Bob Loves Abishola”), JaeZarah Smith (Miss Teen Compton 2023), Karrington Bourgeois Wilkins (Teen Miss Juneteenth America), Dorhean Gaffney (Kingdom Day King), Casonna (Designer), Nyzeina Eberhart (Designer), DivineWear (Designer), Big Lou (Comedian & Prom Expo Unlimited Host), Damia “Sassy” Gordon (Modeling Coach & Prom Expo Unlimited Host), London (Artist), Jordyn Sugar (Singer), Charles X (Rapper), D. Sel (Rapper), Active the Great (Rapper), Jeremiah White (Comedian), Anya Kay (Singer), Aly Sloan (Influencer), Melody Trice (Model/Actress), Martine Ellis (Realtor & Prom Expo Unlimited Sponsor) and Monica Ellis (Former Foster Youth, Fashion Designer & Prom Expo Unlimited Ambassador).
Following the red carpet, the founders of the expo presented individuals in fashion and entertainment with awards for outstanding achievements in their field during a fashion show. This year’s honorees included “Mover of Mountains Award” – Comedian and Actress Tiffany Haddish’s She Ready Foundation, “Designer of the Year Award” – Fashion Celebrity Stylist Winnie Stackz (styled for Missy Elliott, Saweetie, & more), and “Community Heart Award” – Actress Katelynn Bennett (Lifetime movie “Breaking Girl Code”). Mayor of Compton Emma Sharif and Senior Field Representative Aide Castro of Assemblymember Mike A. Gibson’s office were onsite to present official city certificates to the honorees. Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell was not present to attend but sent city certificates via mail.
Renowned designers StormyWeather Designs, Casonna, Nyzeina Eberhart, and DivineWear unveiled the latest prom designs, trends and styles during the runway fashion show. The designs were stunningly crafted with a blend of timeless fabrics that exude confidence and style for any student attending prom. At the end of the fashion show, the founders announced “A Prom of a Lifetime” winners which included NAI (@_.naiidadon) and That Kid (@thatkidneyo).
To cap the evening, iHeartRadio’s DJ Tye Hollywood who is widely recognized as a prominent DJ, having played a key role in numerous high school festivals hosted a special “Artist Hour” featuring American Idol’s Stefan Benz, singer Jordyn Sugar, and many other artists.
This year’s event was sponsored and supported by Compton Grocery Outlet, Allstate, Hambone’s BBQ Smokehouse, FAWN (Faithfully Assisting Women in Need), Will Power Community Wellness, Orion Real Estate, Swank Entertainment Party Bus, J1S Associates Security Services, Bellflower Lions Club, Social Justice League, Chosen Angels, StormyWeather Designs, The Bizz Magazine, iiiNTELLEKTualz Entertainment, BOMB Entertainment, Adrenaline Rush Los Angeles Slingshot Rentals, Carriage Photo Rental, Celebrity Jewelry Designer Xavier Madera, and TheSchoolTour.com.
For additional information, visit www.promexpounlimited.com and stay connected on Instagram at www.instagram.com/promexpounlimited.
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