Thrifty Thursday: 10 Practical Money Saving Prom Tips
Thursday May 7, 2009
- For tuxedo rental, go for the one with the highest discount. Student and prom discounts help tuxedo rental places compete for your prom-going teen’s dollars. Call around to the different places before going in and finding the best bargain.
- Take a disposable camera to the dance. Taking your own pictures can cut down on getting the larger prom pictures package. Disposable cameras work well at these types of events because you do not need to be too worried about losing it, like you would an expensive digital camera.
- Purchase a prom dress off-season or buy secondhand from last year’s seniors.
- Scour shoe sale fliers. Never buy sparkly or dyed prom shoes for full price.
- If you are getting a limousine, share the ride with one or two other couples. Otherwise, it’s less expensive to use your own cars or have a parent chauffer.
- Host a before prom hair and makeup party instead of paying high rates at the hair dresser.
- Order pizza and go to a friend’s home after the prom instead of paying the high prices at a fancy restaurant.
- Borrow jewelry from older relatives. The vintage look is always appropriate for events like the prom and is really trendy right now. Why not wear the real thing and save money to boot?
- Think ahead when choosing the style of your dress. Go for a look that can be wore again at weddings or New Year’s Eve parties.
- Discount florists are located at many larger chain grocery stores. Call around for the best prices.
Related Prom Resources:
- Before the Prom: Developing a Budget
- Poll: Are you allowing your teenager to attend a post prom party?
- How To Be a Chaperone at the Prom
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- Ways to Score Free Dorm Decor
- Kids earning their spending money
- Take a Free Money Management Class Online
- Saving Money When Eating Out
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- Saving Money on Doulas
- Save Money at Your Public Library
- Homemade Mother and Birth Mother Mothers Day Gifts
- Are You a Coupon Clipper?
My oldest granddaughter is going to prom this weekend. She’s doing some of these, such as sharing a limo, but I’m sure it will still be an expensive weekend.
Prom has turned in to a huge production for many teens and it is also a very stressful time for many. Keeping your prom costs down may not seem realistic but this article gives some great suggestions.