Keziah's Chinese Prom Dress meme originated in April 2018 when high school student Keziah Daum posted photos of herself wearing a traditional Chinese qipao to her prom in Utah. The post went viral on Twitter, sparking a massive international debate regarding cultural appropriation versus cultural appreciation. While some users criticized her for wearing the garment as a 'costume,' many others, including many people from China and the Chinese diaspora, defended her choice as a tribute to the culture's beauty. The image, particularly the one featuring Daum and her friends in a stylized pose, became a symbol for 'cancel culture' discussions and internet discourse on heritage and fashion. It remains a frequently cited example in discussions about the boundaries of global cultural exchange.