Prom night is near and what
better way to celebrate Spring than a formal dinner and
dance with a stunning, flirty dress? Whether you have a date
or you're going solo, prom is your night to glow with your
own glamour and unique style.
This year's formal fashion
trends are a mixture of pop star trends and simple elegance.
Play up your "diva" factor with a flattering color and style
that will make you feel like a "hot" Cinderella at the ball.
Prom
Makeup Tips
You don't want to look
ordinary at the dance, so try out some new makeup in the
days leading up to your prom. There's some fantastic new eye-shadows
and lip colors available with the staying power you will
need for a long, fun-packed evening.
Consider having your
makeup applied professionally. Schedule a trial run to
avoid nasty surprises.
Exfoliate your skin and
follow with a gentle toner.
Find a foundation for
your skin type and with the closest match to your skin
tone. Avoid embarrassing lines and variations by blending
it into your neck and hair line.
Curl your lashes with an
eyelash curler to make them appear longer.
If your lashes are
lacking, consider false eyelashes. They're easier to apply
than you may think and you don't have to apply them all-around.
Try cutting strips or using individual lashes to fill in
sparse areas. Check out our easy guide for applying false
eyelashes.
Brown/black mascara
flatters most skin tones and hair colors. Prom is an
emotional event so opt for waterproof. Bring some tissues
just in case...
For better pictures, use
loose translucent powder on your face to cut down on your
"shine" factor. Take along a compact of pressed powder for
some quick touch-ups.
Crème eye-shadow has a
tendency to crease, so stick with powder shadows for the
long haul.
Lipstick or lip gloss.
Whatever you choose, take your tube with you for touch-ups.
Dress & Fashion Tips
Fashion means image, so
portray yourself with a style you are comfortable with.
Trendy is hot, but classic never goes out of style. You're
better off choosing a dress style that flatters your finest
features. Accessorize with fine jewelry, an elegant handbag
and a shawl for chilly nights.
Your dress doesn't have
to reach your shoes, but the longer the length, the more
formal it will look.
Keep your handbag mid-sized.
Too small or too large can make you appear larger or out
of proportion.
Accessorize with
jewelry. Keep it elegant and simple and stay away from
prongs and edges that can snag your dress or pantyhose.
