Think about all the costs that go with prom. From limo rentals to shoe shopping, prom can be an extremely expensive event. Here, check out these tips for saving money on prom while still having the best time of your teen life.
Prom Dress
Still don't have a prom dress? Then organize a " dress exchange " at school. Have female students bring in their old formal dresses and swap amongst yourselves. You just might find your dream dress at no cost!
Jewelery for Your Prom Dress
If you want to buy some eye-catching bling to your gorgeous dress, think twice. Talk to your mom, grandmother, friend or even your friend's mom about borrowing jewelery. You might be surprised to find out that your mom actually has the perfect set of pearls to go with a black strapless number.
A Prom Tan
There are many ways to get a quick tan. Do note that going to a tanning salon can be quite costly, says Liz Pulliam Weston, author of "The Basics: Prom Night for Less" on MSN.com. So what you might want to do instead is brush on a bronzer for a natural tan and glow. Speak to your cosmetics counter about how you can apply a bronzer as well as which shades look great on your skin.
Makeover for Your Prom
Instead of getting your hair and make-up done at an expensive salon, visit a college with beauty programs. You might be able to spend less than half of what a salon would charge if you get done up by beauty school students.
Booking the Limo for Prom
If you want to get to and from prom in a stretch limo, make sure you ask a group of friends to pitch in. That way, you won't be spending as much money on transportation. You can also have a one-way use with the limo - have the driver only drop you off or only pick you up from the prom, which will also save you loads of cash.
The Prom After-Party
Renting a hotel or motel room for an after-party can be hard when you're tight on cash. So why don't you host one in your own home? Turn it into a pot-luck and ask your guests to bring food and sodas to share with everyone. Remember, you have the responsibility to make sure that your guests aren't drinking and driving. Offer your friends to stay over after the party's done.
Prom Committee
Join the prom committee and be in charge of a "Save Money" sub-group. Collect coupons around the community from dress and tuxedo shops, salons, restaurants, clubs, bars and cosmetic stores. You just might be doing a student a huge favour in the long run.
Overall, know that you can have fun at your prom while saving money. From your dress, jewelery, makeup, after-party and even prom committee, you'll be pleasantly surprised to know that crunching the numbers are worth it.
