Making the Most of your Prom: Themes, Dresses and Fun
The big night is approaching, and the big decision is yet to be made: what should be the prom theme? The Prom theme is the unifying cord that ties together all aspects of the prom. The dance of honor, the colors, and the decorations all revolve around one theme to provide cohesion as well as romance to the evening. Prom themes are diverse and varying, and can play an integral role in the type of dress and glamour you choose for the evening.
Prom Themes
Prom themes are often unique plays on standard party ideas. Movies and TV shows often choose themes that reflect the current themes in the prom industry. “Famous Couples through the Ages” is a fun theme introduced in a late nineties romantic comedy called “First Kiss”. This prom theme dictated not only the decoration, but the costumes that people wore on the big night. With a decade-like theme, you can be creative in the dress you choose. Through collaborating with your date, you can choose a famous couple and then replicate their style. Romeo and Juliet provide a romantic, Elizabethan flair to any dress occasion. This couple would inspire you to wear a long, flowing, antique dress with lace and a high neckline. Fred and Wilma, on the other hand, might induce you to pull out the leopard print, and indulge in the bone barrette you’ve had your eye on since the last ice age. Harold and Mod, a throwback to the forties, could provide the perfect excuse to dress like the flapper you know you would have been. All of these couples inspire a different sort of dress, which can make your evening more fun and adventurous.
Other prom themes include the titles of popular songs. “Beautiful Tonight”, and Eric Clapton favorite, is a popular choice for prom themes because it can be worked into nearly any color scheme or decoration idea. “Beautiful Tonight” leave a lot of room the imagination, and gives little direction for dress shopping. When your prom theme is more like a song title than a costume party inspiration, you can use your own discretion on choosing a dress. For this type of theme, try buying a dress that makes you feel more glamorous than anything else you own. You can create a mini theme for yourself with lace, colors, or accessories.
Prom themes are not laws or rules, and you can choose how to incorporate the theme into your evening. Prom themes, however, can inspire some adventure and creativity you would not otherwise have enjoyed. Any ordinary dance might require a dress and a formal hair style, but a themed prom requires some thought and ingenuity. Consider your prom theme a challenge, and rise to the challenge by making the theme your own and owning the evening no matter where it takes you. Who said Wilma didn’t have a rockin’ Senior Prom? If the theme is lady in red, shouldn’t you be the lady in red who stands out above and beyond the crowd? Enjoy your prom theme, and let your creative juices run wild. Make it the best prom ever.
Prom Dresses:
Picking a prom dress is one of the hardest things a teenager has to do. One must select a gown that fits her particular body type. While the formal look of the dress does not change current styles do change. Their are various periodicals that profile the latest fashions and definitely help a girl shop for the perfect evening gown. Picking a dress color that is complimentary to your skin tone, and hairstyle and hair color is important. Additionally when choosing a dress thought should be given to any complementary jewelry that will be worn with the dress. When a teenager is able to pick the perfect dress, it gives them even more confidence for the big dance. Because if you pick the wrong dress you will be the talk of school, but for all the wrong reasons.
Since this occasion is such an important event in many teenagers lives, one should start looking for a dress months before the prom is even scheduled. This will avoid conflicts such as the dress of your dreams being out of stock in your size. Additionally if the dress needs to be custom fitted, ample time is a big plus. Depending upon your particular taste you may like a simple design. Others prefer "name brand" designers that specialize in prom dresses. But be advised that if you go that route be prepared to pay for that "name brand". There are definitely cheaper prom dresses that look similar, but they don't have the designers name on it. Perhaps you like a particular fabric, ask your retailer for suggestions that are made of your fabric of choice. If you want a one of a kind exclusive dress, you can get a dress custom made, similar to a custom made wedding dress. While some may think this is going overboard, it is definitely an option for those where budget is no object.
