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GIRLS BUDGET AND TIME LINE
Start planning a.s.a.p! You've waited a whole 12 long years for this, so now is the time to get it all together. You'll be amazed just how long the big night takes to organize and how quickly time flys! If you are lucky enough to have your folks chip in, ask them early on how much they will give/loan you. If it isn't enough, think about getting a part-time job so you can start saving money.
6 - 12 MONTHS B4 FORMAL
Make a check list of everything you might need and guestimate the costs like:
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Start saving money!
Research your look. Keep an eye out for killer styles from the pages of your fav mags.
Your date. Have a think about who'll be the lucky guy who gets to take you to the formal.
Start your healthy eating and exercise routine. Getting glamorous starts from the inside, out. If you eat right and exercise a little, you'll feel a thousand times less stressed about it all and you'll look fantastic. Please check with your health care professional before doing anything though.
3 - 6 MONTHS B4 FORMAL
Get a date. If you haven't asked or been asked by a guy to the formal - get onto it! Don't leave it to the last minute.
Book the limo now. Consider going in a group and hiring a limo so you can split the costs. If you don't want a limo, what about a party bus, horse and carriage or olden style Ford. Or how about hiring a Ferrari...too cool!
Decide on your outfit. If your dress has to be made or altered, this will take time.
Start any beauty treatments. Your skin may go bezerk getting used to facials etc so it'll need some time to get used to the attention.
Keep up the healthy eating and exercise routine. You will definitely be seeing the results of all your hard work.
Keep a check on your budget.
Pre and Post formal parties. These need to be organized now so you can let everyone know that yours will be going off!
6 WEEKS B4 FORMAL
Co-ordinating. Let your date know what colour your outfit is so he can co-ordinate his tux or suit with you. He also needs to know this to order your corsage.
Accessorise! It's a good idea to have your shoes, handbag and jewelry by now so there will be no need for last minute stress.
Order his boutonniere and/or tie.
Purchase your formal tickets.
Decide on your make-up and hairstyling. You might wanna get a professional make-up artist and hairstylist for this one. They know how to keep you paparazzi proof for the whole night! How luxurious to be transformed from school kid to glamorous gal in the space of an hour or two. Your teachers won't recognize you!!!
2 WEEKS B4 FORMAL
Pick up your dress and have a dress rehearsal. This is essential! Put everything on like you were going to the formal that night. Do the full 360 in the mirror to make sure everything is right. Ask your mum and only 1 or 2 of your best friends for their opinion. If anything is missing or not quite right, you've still got time to perfect it.
Make a list. If there are any last minute things to do, get organized with a list.
Have your hair cut and coloured.
Confirm everything! If you're the one who organized the transport hire, ring the limo company and confirm the date, location and time of pick-up. Collect the money from those going with you. If you're hosting a pre or post formal party, confirm numbers so you know how many to cater for.
Decide on your post formal outfit.
Don't stress it! It can all be totally overwhelming but just take some deep breaths and relax!
2 DAYS B4 FORMAL
Have your final spray tan & your nails done.
Another dress rehearsal. If you're nervous about your outfit, put it all on again and ask just your mum for reassurance. There is no doubt you'll be red-carpet ready!
Feeling stressed again? Get your iPod and go for a walk. Turn your mobile off then have a long, relaxing bath and just chill. For relief on the go, close your eyes and take some deep cleansing breaths.
Pack your post party bag and drop it off where you'll be getting changed on the night.
Get all your waxing (like your legs, eyebrows or upper lip) done.
Thank your folks. They have spent a lot of time, money and energy to get you here, so a Thank You card and some nice words about how much you appreciate them will score you some serious points!
THE BIG DAY!
Confirm with your date what time he'll pick you up or where you'll meet.
Pick up his boutonniere. Ask your florist what is the best way to keep it fresh until your date arrives. Don't put it in the fridge! Most household fridges are too cold and it could go mushy. YUCK! Your florist will tell you the best way to preserve it.
Charge your mobile phone and camera batteries.
Have a snack. We know you've probably been watching the carbs but you are still growing and it's never a good idea to get light headed coz of poor eating. Have something like a wholemeal chicken and salad sanga and some juice. It may be a long time till they serve dinner at the function.
Have a shower then get your make-up and hair styled. If you can't have a shower beforehand, have a warm (but not too hot) bath after - very carefully!
Allow yourself an hour to get dressed. You don't want to rush and risk putting anything on backwards - how embarrassment!
Don't stress if something's not quite right. The only person to notice will be you.
It's all about attitude! No matter what's happened in the lead up to the formal, step out with confidence and smile! Remember, there will be guys looking hot & paparazzi everywhere!
GUYS BUDGET AND TIME LINE
Start planning a.s.a.p! You've waited a whole 12 years for this party, so now is the time to get it all together. If you're lucky enough to have your folks chip in, ask them early on how much they will give/loan you. If it isn't enough, think about getting a part-time job so you can start saving money.
6 - 12 MONTHS B4 FORMAL
Make a check list of everything you think you might need to get and have a guess at the cost like:
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Start saving money!
Your date. Have a think about who you want to be the lucky gal.
Start a healthy eating and exercise routine. Check with your health care professional before starting anything though.
3 - 6 MONTHS B4 FORMAL
Get a date. If you haven't asked or been asked to the formal - get on to it! Don't leave it to the last minute.
Book the limo now. Consider going in a group and hiring a limo so you can split the costs. If you don't want a limo, what about a Party Bus. What about hiring a Ferrari for the night ...too cool!
Hire your tuxedo/suit now. You should get this done as early as possible to ensure you get the tux/suit what you want and not the left overs. You can confirm colours as soon as your date knows what colour her dress will be.
Keep up the healthy eating and exercise. You might not have Ushers ab's just yet but you are sure to look better already.
Keep a check on your budget.
Pre and Post Formal parties. These need to be organized now so you can let everyone know that yours will be going off!
6 WEEKS B4 FORMAL
Co-ordinating. Your date should know what colour her dress will be by now. You need to know this so you can order her corsage and book your tux/suit accessories to match.
Order her corsage. As we just said, ask your date what style and colour she wants.
Purchase your formal tickets.
2 WEEKS B4 FORMAL
Get a haircut.
Confirm the limo. Ring and double check they know the right pick-up date, time and location. Make sure you have all the money from everyone riding with you - you don't wanna get stuck with the bill!
Confirm your tux/suit hire details and pick-up date and time.
Organize your post party outfit.
2 DAYS B4 FORMAL
Confirm with your date what time you'll pick her up or where you'll meet.
Confirm pre/post formal party numbers so you know how many to cater for.
Polish your shoes.
Wash and polish your car (if you're using your own) inside and out.
Drop your post formal outfit where you'll be getting changed now so you don't have to worry about it on the night.
Thank your folks. They've spent a lot of time, money and energy to get you here, so a Thank You card and some nice words about how much you appreciate them will score you some serious points.
THE BIG DAY!
Pick up her corsage and ask your florist what the best way is to keep it fresh. Don't put it in the fridge! Most household fridges are way too cold and it could go mushy. YUCK! Your florist will tell you the best way to preserve it.
Pick up your tux/suit. If you can, try it on in the shop to make sure everything is there and that it fits properly.
Charge your mobile phone and camera batteries.
Have a shower and shave about an hour before you need to get dressed. This will give your skin a chance to calm down if a shaving rash occurs or you knick yourself.
Once you're dressed, do the full 360 in the mirror, just to make sure you haven't forgotten something.
If you're feeling a bit stressed, just close your bedroom door and take a few deep breaths. If something's not quite right or you just got a zit, don't stress it. The only person to notice it wll be you. It's all in the attitude. You know you look hot, now go out there and strut your stuff!
