Prom Checklist! You want everything to be just right on
prom night, so you’ll need to get organized
well in advance. The key to success
is planning, so follow this prom night
countdown to make sure everything turns
out perfectly.
Prom Checklist! 4 Months to Go:
• Put in your request for time off from work,
and clear your schedule for the entire prom
weekend (you’ll need the extra time).
• Make a list of things you want to have done
for the prom, like purchasing your prom dress or
renting a prom tuxedo, booking a barber or hair salon
appointment, scheduling a facial, manicure,
or makeup session, as well as purchasing any
special accessories you may want. Ask your
friends and older siblings (especially if they’ve
already been to a prom) for ideas.
• Create a special folder for easy access to
everything prom-related. Over the next several
weeks, fill it with pictures of hot prom hairstyles,
perfect prom dress and prom tuxedo choices, essential
makeup tips, and your copy of Prom Guide.
Prom Checklist! 2 Months to Go:
• Sit down with your date and create a budget.
Include everything you want to do before,
during, and after the prom (don’t forget the prom limo). Then check Prom Guide and PromGuide.com for local vendors so you’ll know where
to go. Also, click onto the link for the Prom
Calculator to help you itemize your expenses.
• Finalize your favorite prom hairstyle choices. Check
Prom Guide’s hair section for inspiration.
• Go shopping with friends for accents and
extras. Help each other find the right pieces
to match your style.
Prom Checklist! 1 Month to Go:
• Make all your salon appointments with your
prom hair stylist or barber, manicurist, and make-up
specialist. Don’t leave all the pampering to the
girls – a masculine make-over can include a
manicure or facial for your best look ever!
Go to each place with photos from your prom
folder to confirm that they can make it happen.
• Pick up your prom dress. Take photos while you try it
on for the first time.
• Check with your date to make sure everything
is going smoothly for both of you.
Prom Checklist! 1 Week to Go:
• Find the perfect outfit that suits your afterprom
plans.
• Confirm all your appointments.
• Confirm with your prom date (again) that everything
is under control.
Prom Checklist! Just Hours to Go:
• Pick up your prom tuxedo.
• Arrive early for all of your appointments, and
don’t forget to take photos while you’re there.
• On your way home, pick up your boutonniere
or corsage.
• Get a hold of a little extra cash (just in case) and
keep it with your ID and tickets.
• Make sure all gadgets (phones, cameras, etc.)
are fully charged and ready to go.
• Plan enough time for the “official” photo session
with the parents. It’s a big day for them, too.
• Pat yourself on the back for being so organized,
and have a great time!
