| Make your prom night the enchanted evening you | | | | If you choose to carry a clutch purse, then you'll |
| have dreamed of! Spend a little time beforehand | | | | have one hand occupied the whole time. So |
| to make sure everything is prepared for this | | | | consider an elegant purse with a handle, or check |
| special night. You will be much more relaxed and | | | | it at the door. You need one large enough to |
| able to enjoy your prom night without anxiety. | | | | carry your essentials, such as lip gloss, money, |
| One of the most important items for this special | | | | tickets, breath mints, cell phone and ID. |
| night is your dress. It is a good idea to shop early | | | | Completing Your Outfit |
| in order to find the dress you like and one you | | | | When you have found the perfect dress and |
| can afford. If you want a designer dress, you can | | | | shoes, you need to try everything on together |
| start saving in advance so you'll be able to buy | | | | beforehand. Be sure to take care of any |
| the one you want. You should spend the largest | | | | alterations that are needed in plenty of time. |
| portion of your budget on your dress, so make a | | | | Experiment with jewelry and hairstyles to find the |
| list of everything you need to go with it. Then | | | | look you want. This is a good idea for planning a |
| you can adjust your budget to include everything. | | | | wedding too. Have your bridesmaids try on their |
| Choosing Prom Dresses | | | | bridesmaid gowns to coordinate their accessories. |
| Prom dresses are found in all different colors, | | | | If you want to look stunning in your new prom |
| styles and price ranges. Look for an exclusive | | | | dress then choose a different hairstyle than you |
| dress that will make you stand out from | | | | usually wear. This will be sure to make you stand |
| everyone else. You can find different shoulder | | | | out. If you usually wear it down, then try wearing |
| styles, long or short lengths, unique bodice and | | | | it up. If you wear your hair pulled up most of the |
| skirt styles. Look through magazines and decide | | | | time, let it down in a smooth style or with bouncy |
| which prom dresses you might like. Be sure to | | | | curls. |
| choose one that is flattering to your figure and | | | | Be Ready Ahead of Time |
| coloring. | | | | Don't forget the little things that need to be done |
| You will also want accessories that complement | | | | ahead of time. Be sure to order a |
| formal dresses. Choose jewelry, shoes and purses | | | | boutonnière for your date a couple of weeks |
| that look stylish with your dress. This is also true | | | | before the prom. Decide on nail and lip colors and |
| when choosing pieces to go with bridesmaid | | | | try them out the week before. Make hair or |
| dresses, or other formal gowns. Jewelry can be | | | | manicuring appointments in advance to avoid |
| worn according to your personal taste and the | | | | disappointment. |
| style of your gown. Rhinestones are always | | | | Shopping for prom dresses is part of the magic |
| attractive and classy. Wear a necklace that goes | | | | of this special event. By searching diligently, you |
| with the neckline of your dress and earrings that | | | | will be able to find the dress that will make your |
| complement your hairstyle. | | | | dreams come true. |