Five cost-saving tips to drive down the costs of school prom
THE school prom is always a special and memorable night for the students involved – but can also be an expensive one for parents.
Average spending for the event has hit an eye-watering £764, according to a new study from Hotukdeals.com.
So here’s how to dress up while driving down the cost.
SUIT SAVINGS: With the cost of hiring a suit coming in at around £70, it might be worth investing in one they can wear again and again.
There are some brilliant bargains at Jacamo.co.uk.
And M&S now does a two-piece tuxedo for £99.
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For a second-hand option, try Vinted, where several are £25.
DRESS FOR LESS: Check out charity- shop bridal boutiques such as The Red Cross one in Edinburgh, as there can often be some great options in the bridesmaid section.
Otherwise, a spectacular dress could be hired via Hurr, By Rotation or the Girl Meets Dress, with prices for a popular Nadine Merabi option coming in at around £50 for four days.
FLORAL FANCIES: Corsages and bouton-nieres can work out expensive, but you can make your own.
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Use ribbon, and flowers from your garden if you have one, and follow the tutorial at youtube.com/@FlowerMoxie.
BUDGET BEAUTY: Check out The Sun’s Fabulous beauty page for some advice or go pro by booking in at a beauty counter.
You can book yourself a free 15-minute eyes or lips masterclass at Charlottetilbury.com — and then recreate it on prom night.
Or get a 30-minute appointment at Maccosmetics.co.uk. It costs £30, redeemable against any product.
For lashes and spray tans, get 15 per cent off first-time bookings via treatwell.co.uk.
CUT-COST CARS: If you want to go further than adding ribbon to your current motor, check out peer-to-peer car lending at Turo.com or getaround.com.
For example, hire a Jaguar for around £120 for the day, dependent on location and availability.
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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