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 | From Ellen Friedrichs, your About Teen Life Editor At a lot of schools, prom season begins in April. That's pretty soon, especially if you don't want to follow all the old prom "rules." These days, more and more teens are questioning some long standing prom traditions. Here are some ways to you might want to think about updating or modifying prom. | |
10 Money-Saving Tips for Prom
You don't need to spend a fortune to have the prom night of your dreams. Want proof? Here's how to save on everything - from your clothes to your transportation to your post-prom weekend plans - without cutting back on any of the fun & romance... Read more
| Splitting Costs for Prom
Though a lot of people have some pretty clear expectations about gender roles and prom, these expectations often don't make sense in the modern world. Though it can seem tacky to hand a date a bill at the end of the night, deciding that one person will pay for some things (say tickets) and the other will pay for different things (like transportation or dinner) can make the night seem romantic and will help people avoid feeling resentful or like they owe their date anything... Read more
| Prom Dresses for Less
Why spend a fortune on a dress you'll wear for one night? With a little creativity and a lot of time, you cans snag a fabulous prom dress for less. Checking out a thrift store, grandma's closet or sewing something yourself are great ways to cut out a big prom cost, and stand out from the crowd... Read more
| What GLBT Teens Need to Know About Prom
For a lot of GLBT teens, prom isn't just a dance. For far too many, it is a reminder that they are not treated equally at school. Many teens are still told by their schools that they cannot bring a same sex date to school. Whether a school is legally allowed to do this (as private schools are), or not, (as in the case of public schools), having to got to battle over a dance never feels good. Here is what GLBT teens should know their rights and their options when it comes to prom... Read more
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