Girl's Checklist

4 MONTHS BEFORE PROM
Go through A1 Prom Ideas  2004 Fashion Showcase and select favorite gown.

Contact the online store right away. (Don’t wait until the last minute, it could be out of stock!)

Figure out which friends are attending and plan accordingly. Plan dinner arrangements with friends.

Decide who’s driving and who’s riding with whom.

3 MONTHS BEFORE PROM
Work out to slowly and safely lose any excess pounds.

Eat healthy and be sure to exercise.

Begin to maintain hair and nails. See local salon with questions.

6 WEEKS BEFORE PROM
Start making plans for pre and post-prom activities.

Don’t get stuck on prom day: make hair, makeup, and nail appointments today!

4 WEEKS BEFORE PROM
Break in prom shoes by wearing them around the house.

Pick up prom dress. Remember to try it on for a proper fit.

Arrange for photographer to take a picture of you in prom gown for parents.

Discuss prom-night plans with parents.

2 WEEKS BEFORE PROM
Play it safe, and confirm all reservations and appointments.

Call florist and order date’s boutonniere.

Take care of any last-minute details (new panty hose, film, etc.)

1 WEEK BEFORE PROM
Get prom portrait taken at the photographer’s.

Start getting extra rest. You’ll want to be well rested on prom night!

PROM DAY
Pick up date’s boutonniere.

Go to hair, makeup, and nail appointments.

Put cash and cell phone in purse, just in case.

PROM NIGHT
Remember to just say “no” if you feel uncomfortable in any way.

Don’t get in the car with any driver who has been drinking!

Have a spectacular, sober, & safe prom!

Guy's Checklist

4 MONTHS BEFORE PROM
Start saving money.

Figure out how much everything will cost, then plan budget to cover all costs.

Choose a restaurant if prom ticket doesn’t include dining.

Find out how much $$ parents can contribute.

3 MONTHS BEFORE PROM
Talk with buddies about who will drive.

Consider forming a group and renting a limo.

Get fitted for tux. (Small deposit may be required.)

Check with date to be sure colors match her gown.

Stay trim by increasing physical activity.

6 WEEKS BEFORE PROM
Arrange before and after prom activities.

Purchase prom tickets.

Discuss prom plans with parents.

2 WEEKS BEFORE PROM
Finalize any last-minute details.

Call florist and order date’s flowers.

Get haircut.

Confirm all reservations.

Cement all plans with date, friends, and parents.

2 DAYS BEFORE PROM
Wash car, inside and out.

Pick up tux. (Remember to try it on to ensure proper fit.)

PROM DAY
Pick up date’s flowers.

Re-confirm dinner reservations.

Have extra cash to cover all prom functions.

PROM NIGHT
Have a spectacular, sober, & safe prom!