Should couples match at prom?

CITIZEN’S NEWS
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PROM
Friday, April 10, 2015
Should couples match at prom?
Prom season is approaching, leaving
teenagers in a rush to find the perfect prom
looks. Prom may be the first time many
teens are required to wear formal attire, so
the process of choosing what to wear come
the big night can take time.
Guys attending the prom have a
somewhat easier time when choosing a
prom ensemble. Unlike the rows upon rows
of party dresses and gowns girls have to
choose from, gentlemen typically only
choose between a suit or a tuxedo. But guys
also must decide if they want their jackets
and ties to match their dates’ attire.
Matching on prom night may involve a
few different style scenarios. Some couples
may wear the same hue head-to-toe, while
others may go no further than matching
the guy’s tie or vest to the girl’s dress. A
boutonniere that mirrors the colors in a
young lady’s dress is another, more subtle
option.
Fashion experts say there are no hard
rules regarding matching prom dates. The
decision is entirely up to the couple.
Ultimately, the couple should be on the
same page when it comes to matching.
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Prom is a big milestone in a teen’s life, and
what teens are wearing can go a long way
toward determining their comfort level.
Forcing one person to wear a certain color
or style can put a damper on the festivities.
Couples about to choose their prom attire
may want to keep the following suggestions
in mind.
• Matching is a relatively recent
phenomenon, so couples should not feel
beholden to tradition when deciding
whether or not to match. Both prom
participants should be comfortable with the
final decision.
• Ladies should provide their dates
with an idea of what they will be wearing,
including the color. Ladies should be as
specific as possible, including the name of
the shade, as shades can vary considerably.
Text or email a photo so the color can be
seen with the naked eye.
• Men traditionally wear black and
white tuxedoes and suits so they can
coordinate with just about anything the
woman wears while providing a contrast
that enables the young lady to stand out. A
classic suit or tux can complement just
about any prom gown.
• Guys may want to add some subtle
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Some couples like to match color schemes for prom. Guys and girls should come
to a decision both are comfortable with to ensure a more enjoyable evening.
effects or even incorporate some color
theory into their choices. A pocket square
or tie that matches the hue of a date’s dress
is an effective touch. Guys also can choose
a complementary color or one that is
opposite on the color wheel, for a nice effect.
For example, if she’s wearing blue, then guys
can opt for gold or yellow accents.
• Consider working with clothing
retailers that have coordinated color palettes.
Attire is an important part of prom.
Couples who come to mutual decisions on
what to wear and whether or not to match
may feel more comfortable and have a more
enjoyable night.
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Special events in a person’s life are
often made more beautiful with flowers.
Such is the case prom night, when it is
customary for couples attending the prom
to exchange flowers with each other. These
are usually presented in the form of
corsages and boutonnieres.
A corsage is a single flower or several
small flowers worn pinned to clothing or
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attached to an elastic band worn on the
wrist. The flowers should appear with the
stem facing down, just as the flowers would
grow naturally. Boutonnieres are a single
flower or bud worn by a gentleman. The
name is French and comes from the word
“buttonhole.” Boutonnieres can be tucked into
a buttonhole on the lapel or pinned in place.
Certain flowers, such as carnations and
roses, are traditionally used as boutonnieres.
A white gardenia is sometimes seen as
superior to the carnation. Corsage flowers
are often varied and are usually selected to
coordinate with the color of the gown
being worn. Corsages and boutonnieres can
match so others can easily identify couples.