We've provided links to helpful information for people attending the Prom! Need to find a modest prom dress? Need to know how to wear a boutonniere or corsage? Need to know what the appearance and behavior standards are? We've got you covered!
MEDIA CAMPAIGN:
Prom Flyers
Follow this link for the 2010 A Picture Perfect Evening in Paris poster. This is an 11x17 PDF flyer for local printing and distribution to your ward and stake buildings.
PROM ARTICLES:
It’s the big night.
Think you can’t go because you have nothing to wear? Can’t afford it? Won’t have fun? Think again.
Something was missing...
Something was missing at this prom—and everyone was glad it was gone.Prom Trap
No girl would go out with a guy who wore his pants backwards and used deodorant for breath spray—unless maybe I phoned instead of asking in person.
A Proper Prom
When the youth in the Bellingham Washington Stake expressed concerns about the inappropriate music and dancing they might encounter at their high school prom, bishops and youth leaders responded.
Modesty Matters
Modesty is definitely a challenge in today’s world, especially for teenage girls. I know—I am one. But you can be modest all the time and still wear what’s in style. Here are some tips I have found helpful...2009: "A Southern Night to Remember"
2008: "Starry Nights"
2007: "Under a Tuscan Sky"
PURCHASING LINKS
Here are some web sites that instruct about or sell Prom-related products. While we have tried to include those that have a budget and style that are modest, not all may represent that. When purchasing, please remember that your dress needs to cover the shoulder and should not be low-cut in the front or the back or revealing in any other manner.
www.Modestprom.com
Modest Style, Modest Price
www.eleganceinbloom.com
How to do things Formal - corsage, beaded hair, floral purse, etc.
www.lornasbridal.com
Located in Loganville (just east of Snellville), this store has modest prom dresses at an affordable price. Mention that you saw them on LDS Prom and get a free jewelry item!
The Yellow Rose
As recently mentioned in the AJC, the Yellow Rose sells a beautiful line of modest dresses. Call 770.315.6823 to set up a personal appointment. 79 Main St. Lilburn, GA 30047.
www.jenclothing.com
Modest in budget and style. Prom and church dresses.
STANDARDS LINKS
The appearance and behavior standards for the dance come from the "For the Strength of Youth" pamphlet. All attendees should read this short but useful pamphlet and become familiar with expectations for the event.Pamphlet on-line
Pamphlet as PDF
TUXEDOS
Relatively few people buy full-out tuxedo ensembles. They go out of style, your height or weight can change, and unless youre a professional party crasher, there arent many occasions where tuxedos will be required. But when those times do arise (the prom, a fancy party, the Oscars. a James Bond look-alike contest . . .), youll be grateful to know what to look for.
SUIT: Remember that certain styles are inappropriate for particular events. Tails are reserved for the most formal occasions, while single-breasted suits can be worn at almost anytime.Another thing to consider iswhich style best compliments your figure. Just like when a man buys a suit, a double-breasted jacket can compliment a tall mans figure, while shorter men should definitely opt for a single-breasted jacket.
SHIRTS: Tuxedo shirts have evolved over the years. Most styles (excluding the classic ruffled look) are acceptable for every occasion.
PANTS: Most tuxedo pants will match the tuxedo style you have selected, so theres not much room for decisions here. Many formal tuxedos include a classic racing stripe down the leg, so if you feel like you're playing second trombone in a marching band, dont worry it's supposed to look that way.
CUMBERBUNS:To most affairs, it is acceptable to pair a tie with a cummerbund or vest. In case you are wondering, the cummerbund is that goofy looking oversized silk belt-looking thing that is worn just above the tuxedo pants. You can select the color and style of your choice in this area. If youre going to a prom, feel free to exercise a little creativity.
It can be nice for a man to coordinate his tuxedo with the color of his date's dress. If you decide to do this, then ask her specifically what color she will be wearing. "Blue" is not sufficient, because there are approximately 4,639 variations of the color. But if youre going to a formal event (e.g., the opening of a ballet), play it safe and stick to blacks and whites.
One common question about cummerbunds is: do the pleats face up or down? The answer: the pleats face UP, as if they were little pockets. One last note: you can wear a vest or a cummerbund, but not both.
SHOES: Shoes worn with tuxedos are usually very simple, free of extensive decoration or design. Most are made of plain patent leather. Any formalwear shop will be able to provide you with suggestions.
SOCKS: Put away the tube socks with the red and blue stripes and invest in a simple black formal sock. Your socks should go unnoticed at a formal event; this is not an element of your attire with which you should experiment. Dont get fancy.
TIES: Ties rented from a shop are frequently basic, most being of the clip-on variety.Choosing a bow tie that actually ties can impress your date and just give you that extra 007 look. Don't know how to tie a bow tie? Click the following link for directions:
CUFFLINKS: The final touch of your tuxedo ensemble is cufflinks. While most shops will provide you with a rental, you can make a dashing statement with a personalized pair of your own. But make sure theyre not too expensive. It's really easy to lose a cufflink.