It is that time of the year! Graduation season is right around the corner, but you are stressed! It is the first time you would be attending prom, so how to get ready for it? Well, worry not, my (in)experience comes in handy!
Time to Prom: 1 Week
Start your skincare routine. Try to avoid junk foods, sodas, or anything that could make your face look puffy. Hydrate a whole lot, and load up on fruits and veggies to give off a healthy glow on your D-Day.
Try on you outfit, with makeup and your chosen hairstyle. Now is the time to get any last minute alterations done if required. Decide on a look, and take pictures of it to reference to when you’re actually putting on your makeup/getting it done professionally.
Time to Prom: 2-3 Days
If you have made any appointments, call in to check with them. Confirm the time at which you have your appointments and ensure that you can be there on time. Beauty salons tend to be busy this season, so make sure you have made your appointments in advance.
Time to Prom: 0 Days
Make a schedule! As strange as that sounds, it is important you time everything out perfectly. There are so many things to be done! Makeup, hair, photos! Hopefully, you don’t want to be running around chaotically because you are late and your makeup is still incomplete. Choose a spot for taking pictures. It can be a nearby park, your community garden, or in the highway outside the city. Make sure you and your friends (and/or date) have agreed on the location. Here is a list of photography spots in and around Calgary for some inspiration!
For my ladies, stash some extra supplies in your clutch/purse/bag/anything you are planning to carry around throughout the evening. Things like safety pins, bobby pins, lip balm, aspirin, etc come in handy whenever you (or another female compatriot) may need.
(For some extra fun, you can document your and your friends’ ‘transformation’ process. I know I’ll try doing that!)
Well there you go! Five easy steps and you’re ready for prom! Just a small tip before I sign off- ensure you have your dress and shoes ready to go. It’s not advisable to shop for them last minute.
But more important than having the “perfect” prom, you should have fun. It is the last major event of your high school career, so make it memorable. Take pictures, dance, and have a lot of fun!
Joke of the Post: Why bother having a date when you can have ‘dates’.
