Prom Dresses Etc.

Getting Ready For The Big Day

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2-3 Months Before

Make a budget. Use our Prom Budget planner to find out exactly how much you have to spend.
Start shopping for a dress. It's never too early. New styles arrive as early as November & sell out quickly.
Don't forget to buy shoes and any accessories too!
Choose your hairstyle. Book your appointments for hair, makeup, nails, and waxing. Bikini & underarm waxing should be done 2 days before your event. Get a trial appointment for hair & makeup too.
Get a date. Don't wait for a special boy to ask you to Prom. Ask them yourself before another girl does!
Reserve your ride. Decide on how you'll get there. Book transporation.

1 Month Before

Get dress alterations. Plan to have your dress in hand, ready for wearing, a week before you need it.
Don't forget to break in those new shoes!
Order your date's boutonniere. Florists are busy at this time of year, so make sure you order early.
Make a plan. Double check your appointments & reservations for dinner, hair, makeup, limo, florist, etc. Get together with your friends and make sure you're on the same page about times and places, if you're going with other people.

The Big Day!

Don't be late for beauty appointments! Start hair & makeup no later than 1pm. Be dressed by 4:30pm.
Take pictures. Have your parents take photos before you leave for the evening.

Stay safe and have fun! Phone home at least once before midnight.

Which Prom Dress Style Looks Best on You?

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Confused about which dress style works with your body shape? Don't be. We've made it easy to choose the perfect dress for your special event with a few simple guidelines. If you're buying your dress online, it's even more important to choose a style that works with your body shape, because some online retailers won't accept returns and you don't have a chance to to try the dress on before you buy it.

Are You Shorter or Petite? Choose a straight dress, or a narrow A-line style gown. Look for drop waist and V-neckline details. These styles will make you look taller.

Want to Hide Larger Hips? Full, A-line and Ball gown shapes hide larger hips. An undefined waist, heavier beading, embroidery, ruffles, or pleating details on top will create the look of having an hour-glass figure.

Balance Smaller Hips and a Larger Bust. Choose necklines that are either a halter or V-neck style. Look for wider shoulder straps for support. Slim fitting skirts and smooth fabrics enhance narrow hips.

Hourglass Figure. Lucky you! You can flaunt your shape in a fit and flare dress, or almost any other style.

Save on Alteration Costs. Choose a dress with a lace-up style back instead of a zipper close back! A lace-up style dress is a great choice if your measurements fall between sizes because it easily adjusts for a customized fit.

Styling Prom Hair and Makeup

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Curls and loose, fuller hairstyles are in. This video shows you how to tease and curl volume into your hair for the glamorous shape featured on some of the models we feature on our website. The style can be varied by pinning it back or adding hair jewels. Try it on shorter hairstyles too. The amazing hairspray shown on this video is Profound (www.profoundbeauty.com), or you can use your favorite firm hold hairspray.

Healthy Hair Tip! If your hairstyle needs a lot of hairspray for teasing or curling, don't forget to load your hair with a good detangling conditioner like some of the ones made by Pantene, before shampooing, or you will have lots of breakage when you try combing out this style.

Makeup Tips You Can't Ignore! Focus on one part of your face, such as the eyes or lips. Consider wearing fake eye lashes, they look great in photos! Make sure your foundation and concealer are 'camera friendly'. Take a picture of the look you want if you're having a professional doing your makeup for you. Carry powder for blotting your skin & lipstick or gloss for lip touch ups.

Budget Planning Guide

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Plan Your Budget! Use our handy Budget Planner to find out exactly how much you'll need to spend.

Dress & Alterations:$________________________

Accessories for Dress:$_______________________

- gloves

- shawl

- jewelry

- hair accessory

- handbag

Crinoline & Underwear:$_____________________

Shoes:$__________________________________

Hair:$____________________________________

Makeup:$_________________________________

Spa Services:$_____________________________

- manicure

- pedicure

- bikini wax

- massage

Boutonniere/Corsage:$______________________

Tuxedo Rental:$___________________________

Transportation:$___________________________

Prom Pictures:$____________________________

Dinner Tickets:$____________________________

Dance Tickets:$____________________________

After Party:$______________________________

Extras:$__________________________________

The Etiquette Game

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Be Prepared! Keep a mini sewing kit with a needle, thread, and small safety pins in your handbag for quick repairs to an unexpected strap or zipper that may break on your dress.

Prom Date Be dressed and waiting by the time your date arrives. You should be the first person your date sees when he arrives.

At the Prom Remember to turn your cell phone off. Your attention should be focused on your date.

Prom Flowers The girl can pin the boutonniere on her date's jacket. Make sure the pin is under the lapel. If you get your date a pin on corsage, let her pin it on herself. If she's having problems, you can offer to help.

Fragrance Go easy on the perfume, you should also check with your date, in case they're allergic to fragrance.

Say Thank You! Don't forget to thank your date at the end of the evening.

Prom Planning - A Countdown To Prom Night

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2-3 Months Before

Make a budget. Use our Prom Budget planner to find out exactly how much you have to spend.
Start shopping for a dress. It's never too early. New styles arrive as early as November & sell out quickly. Don't forget to buy shoes and any accessories too!
Choose your hairstyle. Book your appointments for hair, makeup, nails, and waxing. Bikini & underarm waxing should be done 2 days before your event. Get a trial appointment for hair & makeup too.
Get a date. Don't wait for a special boy to ask you to Prom. Ask them yourself before another girl does!
Reserve your ride. Decide on how you'll get there.
Book tansporation if you're planning to arrive by limo.

1 Month Before

Get dress alterations. Plan to have your dress in hand, ready for wearing, a week before you need it. Don't forget to break in those new shoes!
Order your date's boutonniere. Florists are busy at this time of year, so make sure you order early.
Double check your appointments & reservations for dinner, hair, makeup, limo, florist, etc. Get together with your friends and make sure you're on the same page about times and places, if you're going with other people.

The Big Day!

Don't be late for beauty appointments! Start hair & makeup no later than 1pm. Be dressed by 4:30pm.
Take pictures. Have your parents take photos before you leave for the evening.
Stay safe and have fun! Phone home at least once before midnight.

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