Stress levels go up, ‘promposals’ thrive, and the search for the perfect dress and suit begins—it’s prom season. Whether you willingly succumb to the pressures of prom season, or you are being forced to go, it is still essential to shop wisely for this special occasion. There are several factors one should take into consideration before and during his/her shopping session.
Early birds get the worm
Simple—do not procrastinate on this heavy assignment. According to alyceparis.com blogger Hillary Timlin, this should be done two months in advance. Not only does it guarantee the optimal attire, but it also leaves limited room for “last-minute” complications. Aim for excellence rather than leftovers.
Don’t judge a book by its cover
Though one is programmed to eliminate those choices that he/she does not find fit to his/her body type, this is not one of those moments to listen to your eyes. You may see a dress/suit that satisfies the eye and think it will not look appropriate on you—that does not matter; when it comes to prom clothing, you might be surprised about what ends up becoming your top choice.
Racism isn’t accepted in the fashion world
Each season brings about new trends in colors and styles, however, I will exhort you: be a misfit—break the trend. It can be appropriate to follow the fashion tendency during a specific season (for example, yellow is ‘in’ for spring 2015), but it can be much more fun to not censor yourself while out shopping. Do not aim for a specific color—it will limit you and remove those that could have made your ‘top choices’ list.
Less is more
Special events such as these demand for a clean, comfortable, simple look. While the vast majority might think elegant denotes flashy garments and flamboyant accessories, this is incorrect. The simpler you look, the more you will catch people’s attention. With that being said, ladies, avoid revealing “too much”—it is uncomfortable and does not look pleasant in front of others, according to Seventeen Magazine’s Prom DO’S and DON’TS. Learn how to properly accessorize your dress/suit, considering its material, color, and style. Use the web for more tips on how to do so.
A little extra for the ladies
The time spent (and sometimes money) on prom makeup is not worth it if you do not make it last all night. Not all makeup is durable and tends to waste away as you dance away. Remember to pack some touch up makeup—such as powder, eyeliner, and lipstick. You will most likely be capturing many pictures of you and your friends, so you want to be certain that you are looking your ultimate best.
The goal
Ultimately, this is the goal: “Pick a dress you feel really confident in and then you won’t be worried how you look in pictures… When you look back at the pictures, you want to remember exactly how great that night was,” said actress Maia Mitchell in the Seventeen Magazine Prom 2015 issue. At the end of the day, it is just a matter of being able to smile in those pictures and have the unforgettable night Prom was planned to give you.