Party Dresses Trend: Sparkles and Sequins

Silver Sequin Blazer

Layering with a silvery jacket is a great option when you're headed out for the evening and want to stay warm. So how do you wear a sequin blazer without looking like a magician? Easy. Don't wear a top hat. But seriously, pair your sequined blazer with toned-down basics like a white tee, skinny jeans, and black pumps.

Denim Layers

Mix up your sparkly outfit by pairing two opposite materials -- like denim and sequins. It might seem odd to match these two at first, but the dressy/casual combo will break up any sparkle overkill. Plus, this look works just as well for brunch as it does for dinner.

Sequin Mini Dress

It's hard to feel anything less than fabulous in a gold sequin mini dress. Avoid going into sequin overload by pairing with neutral heels and minimal accessories. If your sequin dress has a shorter hemline, aim for a higher neckline, and show some skin with a low, sexy back.

Holiday Parties Beauty Looks to Try

Once you've found an awesome prom dress (or two!), it's on to hair and makeup.

Short hair? No problem! Kiernan's shoulder-length locks make a party-ready updo even easier, since there's not as much hair to pile onto your head and shorter layers make for instant, face-framing whisps!

Bella looks pretty and relaxed in her easy side braid! Use a festive elastic to make your plait stand out and if you're feeling really daring, try a fancy fishtail or five strand braid!

Just because the weather is colder doesn't mean you have to leave all pretty, light makeup behind! For girls with golden skin, like Zendaya, a pastel-pink shadow with dark rose lips completely brightens your complexion.

For a holiday dinner with the fam, opt for minimal makeup and a simple, fuss-free 'do. We love Ashley's half-up waves, and the touch of glitter on her eyelids is festive, without sending us into sparkle-shock.

Take a break from letting your hair down and switch things up with an edgy, high bun instead! Kendall's was one of our favorite, simple, chic hairstyles this year—why not rock it into 2013?

How to Plan a Successful Prom

Planning a prom? First, you'll need a group of people you work with, along with the assistance of teachers and other school officials who can offer 'been there' advice to help along the way.

 

Choose a Location

Find a venue and book it, sometimes as far as a year in advance. Bring a checklist with you to determine the following: How is the venue's sound capability? Can it handle a large band? Is there adequate parking? Are food, decorations and security included? Be sure to get a specific price quote. Some sites will include security, but in most cases you must provide your own.

Entertainment - Very Important!

If you decide on choosing a band, consider at least three. Try and listen to them in person.You can talk to last year's committee and see if they have any suggestions. Choose a versatile band that can play several styles of music. If you decide on using a DJ, confirm what type of sound and lighting equipment is included in the price quote.

Decor

The decor choices you make have only one major limiting factor: finances. If your budget allows you to create a virtual movie studio, then by all means go for it. If your budget is more limited, then you must figure out what part of your budget you can spend on decorations and make sure you do not exceed this amount.

Security

Some sites chosen for prom will include security, but in most cases you must provide your own. You could hire a security company or off-duty police officers. Check with the local school board and police officials for guidance in this area.

Theme

Waltz Under the Blue Moon

I Believe

Our Treasured Night

Springtime in Paris

Paint the Town Red

Show Me the Meaning

Everything You Want

Never Let You Go

Simply Forever

I will Remember You

Waiting For Tonight

Larger than Life

In the Still of the Night

Big Band

Order invitations, tickets and any extras such as programs about three months before the prom. To cut costs, make your own invitations (for online sources, type "invitation kits" into a search engine) and tickets. Mail invitations and start selling tickets six weeks in advance.

One to three months in advance: Start looking at fashion magazines and stores for the look you want. Begin shopping for your prom dress, shoes, and purse. Once you have chosen your dress, be sure to schedule any necessary alterations. 

Awesome Short Prom Dresses

The prom is such a meaningful event, you will want to be sure to get the best dress for it. Short prom dresses are good options for prom nights. If you are shopping for a short prom dress, remember that not everybody looks good in the same dress styles. Since every girl has a different type of figure, it is vital to buy the short prom dress that best suits your body type. Athletic, hourglass, and pear shaped are three of the main body types.

Though choices may vary from person to person, but there are certain factors that must be considered by all before buying a short prom dress. Before you pick a short prom dress, you must know that there are varieties of hemlines that make it to 'short dress' category. Go for lengths and hemlines that will suit your body structure and highlight your features. If you have an athletic type body with square shoulders, then prefer spaghetti straps that will complement you. If you have pear-shaped body, then try a dress that is more fitting at the top and waist but below it flows out well. Those with hourglass shaped structure are the luckiest ones. Every type of dress looks good on them, but a halter top dress seems to be a perfect choice.

Colours make lot of difference. So, if you want to look outstanding in the prom night, then go for bright, bold and captivating colours. Make sure that you select colours that go well with your skin tone and hair colour. While making a choice of short prom dress, make sure to select fine quality fabrics that look good and are comfortable to wear. You can try something in silk, satin or even chiffon. You also need to focus on accessories that will complement your dressing style. The manner you accessorize your self will affect your overall appearance. If you want to go for something glitzy then try out a diamond bracelet or a pair of chandelier earrings.

Halloween Theme Prom Party Ideas and Tips

The Halloween is coming! How about have a Halloween Theme Prom Party? Here is my ideas. Love it?

Event banners can announce and welcome visitors to your event. Stumps Party's personalized Halloween banners come in weather-resistant vinyl that is great for both indoor and outside use or in self-stick that simply adheres to any indoor wall or door. Use these to decorate your community center, school, country club, or barn with spooktacular personalized Halloween banners.

Bulk Candy Saves You Big on Event Candy and Favors. Bulk candy makes a great stash for classroom prizes or holiday treats.

Decorate your Halloween Event with the most unique Halloween decorations you'll find anywhere. From delightful Halloween decorations to dreadful and scary props, you'll find them all online.

Giving custom Halloween favors to your guests at your Halloween event makes for a sweet treat. Fill a full moon personalized cookie tin with cookies for guests to take home. Or pass out personalized candy bars or mint tins. Each favor can be customized with your Halloween event information.

Create festive Halloween tables with unique Halloween tableware.

1. Don't wait until the end to shop for Halloween decorations and personalized Halloween favors. These babies go fast!
2. Announce a Halloween dance or other Halloween theme event with a Halloween Night personalized banner in the yard or entrance.
3. Get a really dramatic look when you drape rooms and walls with inexpensive fabrics like black gossamer, orange gossamer, and spider web patterned gossamer during your Halloween bash.

Get Inspiration for Your Prom Date's Look

Taylor Lautner would be any girl's dream prom date, right? Get your guy to look like the hottest wolf in town by suggesting a gray suit and black V-neck option — it's a cool take on the classic, formal tuxedo style!

If your boyfriend thinks getting fancy for prom is just for girls, convince him he can have fun with fashion just like Twilight hottie Jackson Rathbone! Have him try a shiny tie with a black shirt for a dark and edgy look and skip the fresh boutonniere in lieu of a faux black flower. He'll look and feel like the coolest kid in the room with this ensemble!

As if his love for music wasn't already obvious, Glee star Chris Colfer gets right to the point by wearing his passion on his sleeve, ahem, lapel with a treble clef pin. It's clever and totally adorable! Give your guy a pin that expresses what he's passionate about so his own personality can shine through on prom night!

If your date isn't big on trends, have him take a style cue from one of our favorite vampires, Robert Pattinson. This classic black suit and gray tie combo is stylish and sharp — get ready for the other girls to swoon!

If your prom date is dressed a la Chuck Bass (with wingtips, a perfect tie knot, and a debonair smirk) it will be clear that you're the NO.1 power couple at the dance.

Shia looks perfectly polished in his gray-on-gray suit and tie combination. The best part about this look? It will match almost any prom gowns you choose!

Creative Ways To Ask Someone Out to Prom

Wondering how to ask someone out for Prom?  Well, I've hooked you up with some creative ways to ask someone out!  You can tweak these ideas for either a girl or guy and use your own style to pull off a memorable "prom-posal".

Ask A Girl To Prom

 

Make it Puzzling ~ Write your date night question onto any type of board and then cut it out into puzzle pieces.  When your date finds it, they can put it together and enjoy the surprise.

Ignite The Flame ~ Set out a bunch of candles that light up on her driveway that spell out "Prom"

Message in a Bottle ~ What a romantic way to ask a girl out on a date by putting the message in a bottle of sand.

Ask A Guy To Prom

 

They say the way to a guys heart is FOOD ~ Here's a yummy way to ask a guy to prom and get is attention, for more attention, you also need a charming prom dress.

Decorate his garage doors ~ This girl went all out using balloons, crepe paper, and some large letters.  Great job!