We know – there’s a lot of planning that goes into prom. You have hair appointments to make and the perfect dress to find, but take a deep breath because underneath all that stress is a night of dancing with your best friends! That doesn’t mean you can’t have some fun leading up to the big night, too. Here are 10 ideas to make sure you have the best time with your girlfriends all day, reaching squad goals long before prom even begins!
1. Make prom emergency kits together!
You never know what you’re going to need during the night, whether it’s band-aids after a long night of dancing in heels or just more lipstick after dinner. Make packing your essentials fun by getting together with your girls and making sure you’ve all checked everything off the list. You can even prepare individual kits or a joint one to share during the event.
2. Get a group facial.
You’re about to put on a lot of makeup. Prepare your skin and invite everyone over for a spa day with your favorite face mask recipe off of Pinterest. Admit it – you pinned that ages ago and still haven’t gotten around to trying it out. Now is the perfect time to break out bananas, honey, or oatmeal and get your skin looking picture perfect.
3. Have a girls only photoshoot!
Speaking of looking picture perfect, take the day to make it all about you and your girls! Have a photoshoot before your dates arrive because you want to remember how fabulous you look. Take pictures before you’ve started, while you’re getting ready, and once you’re all glammed up. Trust us, you’ll love looking back on these and remembering how much fun you had with your girlfriends.
4. Host a prom-themed movie marathon.
There’s no better way to get excited for prom than by watching your favorite prom-themed movies. Invite your friends over and pop in movies like Mean Girls, High School Musical 3, and, of course, Prom. You can talk about what you hope your own prom will – or won’t! – be like compared to the films.
5. Get your nails done!
No detail is too small when it comes to prom. Get the perfect mani/pedi with your girls, so you can get your fingers ready for some sparkling jewelry and your toes ready for those classy heels. You couldn’t ask for a better relaxing pre-prom activity with your girls!
6. Book makeovers together.
Instead of going to Sephora, Nordstrom, or a beauty salon to get your makeup done on your own, go with a group of friends! You’ll be able to gush over your favorite products together and see each other’s gorgeous looks before anyone else. Glam is a whole lot more fun when you’ve got your girlfriends by your side.
7. Host a makeup swap.
If you’re doing your own makeup, host a makeup swap with your girlfriends! Maybe one of your girls has that lip color you’ve been searching for and you have the eyeshadow that matches your best friend’s dress. With everyone’s makeup in one pile, suddenly, the choices are endless and the limit does not exist. (Mean Girls, anyone? It’s time for that prom movie marathon!)
8. Have a group brunch.
A girl’s gotta eat! You’ve got an amazing long day and night ahead of you, but you need to fuel up to get started. Plan a brunch with your friends to kick the pre-prom activities off right. Even if you get ready individually, you can still get together to talk about the exciting night in the morning over pancakes and omelettes.
9. Make your own corsages and boutonnieres.
Let’s be real. Between your dress, hair and makeup, and prom itself, getting ready can get pretty expensive. Save a little by making your own corsage and boutonniere. Get crafty with your girls to come up with the perfect accessories for you and your date come picture time.
10. Have a dance party!
The dancing most definitely does not have to wait until you’re at prom. Your bedroom can be your dance floor, so blast our Girl Power playlist and let loose with your friends! The planning is over and all you’ve got to do is have fun. Doesn’t sound too hard, right?