High school students across the United States are designing and constructing prom dresses and tuxedos using only duct tape as part of Duck Brand's annual Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest.
The competition challenges participants to create wearable formal attire without traditional fabrics, relying on the adhesive material for structure, color and detail.
Entries are judged on craftsmanship, originality, use of color and overall design, with winners selected in both dress and tuxedo categories.
Scholarship prizes are awarded to the top finishers, providing funds that students can apply toward college tuition and expenses.
ABC News correspondent Danny New spoke with several contestants about the weeks of planning and hundreds of hours required to complete each outfit.
The contest has run for multiple years, drawing entries from students who treat the project as both a creative outlet and a practical way to reduce education costs.
Participants described the process as demanding but rewarding, noting that the unusual medium forces innovative problem-solving in pattern-making and construction.
Organizers say the program aims to celebrate creativity while offering tangible financial support for higher education.
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