For many students, prom is one of the most highly anticipated events of their high school experience. It’s a night to celebrate, but celebrations often take a good deal of planning. We’ve compiled the essential prom planning timeline for guys to walk you through every step of the process.
Three Months
The Date
Who you go to prom with will determine a lot of your plans. If you go with a few friends, your planning will be simple. But if you take a date, you will have to coordinate timelines, schedules, and color choices for your outfits. As such, you should ask your date to prom sooner rather than later.
The Budget
Before you race off to secure reservations and rentals, you should know how much you can afford to spend on each step. Start discussing expenses with your parents and date. If you need to take on a part-time job to pay for the event, this is the time to do it.
The Transportation
Some people choose to drive themselves to prom. However, if you think you might want to take a limo, keep in mind that limo rentals book out quickly during this time of year. Talk it over with your date and reserve your rental now if you choose to take a limo.
Two Months
The Tickets
This is probably the simplest item on a guy’s prom planning timeline, but it’s one of the easiest to forget. Set yourself a reminder to purchase your tickets as soon as possible.
The Tux
There are several factors to keep in mind when choosing your prom tuxedo. Naturally, you have to find a style that suits you and a cut that fits your body type. But you will also need to consider how to coordinate your suit with your date’s outfit.
There are a few ways to navigate making your outfits match. Some people combine a neutral-colored jacket and pants with a brightly colored vest and tie. Others choose a colorful jacket and pants. Be sure to communicate with your date and ask for pictures of their outfit so you can take this information to the tuxedo shop.
One Month
The Corsage
Prom season is a busy time for flower shops. As soon as you know the color of your date’s outfit, you should order their corsage in a matching color.
The Dinner Plans
Restaurants are always busy on Saturday nights, and they’re especially busy on the Saturday of prom. Ask your date whether they want to eat dinner before the dance, then make your reservations as soon as possible.
The Day Before
The Double-Check
This is the time to double-check that you have everything you need to avoid undue stress on prom night. The night before prom, make sure that you have:
- The corsage (stored in the fridge)
- Your tuxedo, shoes, and accessories
- Your prom tickets
- Your date’s address
- The correct times and confirmations for your limo and dinner reservations
Planning for prom can be stressful, but with our tuxedo rentals in Chicago, you can be sure you’ll be dressed to the nines for a night you’ll never forget.