When we asked our editors to send us their prom photos, we weren't surprised by the reactions we heard: "I don't know where they are," "I'll have to have my parents scan them," and our personal favorite, "Oh gosh, I had hoped to forget that phase."Unearthing these treasures reminds us of how important prom is -- at that key moment in a teen's life. From picking out the best dress in the city (where was Rent the Runway back then?) to making sure your updo was perfect, it wasn't easy getting ready for the big day. All of this, along with finding -- or being asked by -- the perfect date, made the pressure of prom nearly unbearable.Our editors have lived all over the place: from Minnesota, San Diego and Pittsburgh, to Greenwich, and even the Big Apple. As such, each prom (and the style of dress) was totally different. It's one of the aspects we love about modern-day proms: the individuality of not only the attendees and ensembles they're wearing, but the event itself! Whether their prom was very formal or casual, all of our editors looked great -- even if they claim they wish to forget it now. This week in New York City the meteorologists are predicting highs of mid to high 70's, and we're excitedly pulling out our sundresses, having dreams of beach trips and sunny summer days.As you gear up for the summer, you're thinking about (and possibly dreading) swimsuit season. Well, we've got good news for you: there are tons of ways to look thinner in your bathing suit, even if you haven't yet had the chance to shed those extra pounds you've been meaning to lose!From choosing the right suit -- both in color/pattern and shape -- to the way you stand and wear your hair, click through the gallery above to see how you can look your absolute best when you hit the beach this year. Next week, I'll be jetting over to the West Coast for my third Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival-and truth be told, I might even prefer this annual outdoor extravaganza to Fashion Week. The two-weekend concert event, which unofficially kicks off the entire summer music festival circuit, lures some of the hottest established and up-and-coming bands out to the California desert for three days' worth of sun, mountain views and serious style. And this year's lineup, which includes acts like Phoenix, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sigur Rós, New Order and Yeah Yeah Yeahs, promises to be every bit as epic as usual.But while you'll spot everything from crocheted bodysuits and full-on face paint to feathered headdresses and fringed bikinis-the Coachella crowd tends to get a little wild at times-there are some slightly less flamboyant, far more fashionable options on the market.