7 Things All Guys Must Do Before Prom

Asking someone to Prom is an opportunity to be creative and thoughtful. Clever puns, balloons, cupcakes, or sticky notes make for memorable promposals. Bonus points if it is social media worthy or fun to share with friends.

If you’re planning to have a date for Prom, don’t forget to ask in a fun and memorable way. Make it thoughtful and consider including friends or a creative prop.

Even if some couples split costs, it is traditional and classy for the guy to cover Prom tickets. Check deadlines carefully so you do not miss out. Your date is likely spending more on hair, makeup, nails, and the perfect dress, so being prepared shows effort.

If dinner is not included with Prom, book a sit-down restaurant nearby. Skip fast food. You and your date will remember a nice meal. Whether it is just the two of you or a small group, reserve early. Popular spots fill up fast, and it is customary for the guy to cover the bill.

From driving your own car to renting a limo with friends, make sure you have reliable transportation. No license? No problem. Splitting a limo with friends is fun and makes a big entrance. If you are driving the family car, clean it inside and out. It shows effort (and your parents will appreciate it too).

Plan how you’ll get to Prom, whether it’s a car, limo, or riding with friends. Make sure your vehicle is clean inside and out so everyone arrives in style.

Tradition calls for presenting your date with a floral corsage. Florists usually charge $35 to $65, but grocery stores often have affordable options. Know your date’s dress color so the florist can coordinate ribbons and blooms.

If she prefers, a small bouquet works as well. Make it thoughtful and include her favorite flower. This small gesture goes a long way.

Guys have it easy at Prom. A classic black tuxedo or suit is traditional, but a navy or charcoal suit that fits well works just as well. Add accessories like a necktie or bow tie, a pocket square, and polished shoes or clean sneakers to complete the look.

Black or neutral-colored ties are safe, but matching your tie to your date’s dress is common. TieMart offers free color swatches in over 100 solid colors and patterns, making it easy to coordinate from home.

Try coordinating your tie or bow tie with your date’s outfit for a cohesive look. Color swatches from TieMart can help you and your date find a match from home.

Don’t forget the socks. Black is classic, but a pop of color, stripes, or a fun argyle pattern adds personality to your outfit.

For a full style guide, check out our How To Dress For Prom: The Complete Guide For Guys.

You may not outshine your date, but you can look your best. Get a haircut the week before Prom, then shower, shave or trim facial hair, brush your teeth, wear a subtle cologne, and please remember deodorant the day of. Charge your phone so you can capture photos and videos of the night. Consider bringing essentials like mints, safety pins, and stain wipes.

Get a haircut, tidy your facial hair, shower, and charge your phone so you’re ready for photos. Bring small essentials like mints, safety pins, and stain wipes to handle surprises.

Before Prom, make sure you:

1. Plan a fun and memorable promposal
2. Purchase your Prom tickets on time
3. Make dinner reservations if needed
4. Arrange transportation for you and your date
5. Buy a corsage or bouquet
6. Rent a tuxedo or buy a suit and add coordinating accessories
7. Groom, charge your phone, and pack essentials for the night

Congratulations, you are ready for Prom. With these steps, you will look sharp, feel confident, and enjoy one of the most unforgettable nights of high school.

TieMart is an online retailer of neckties, bow ties and other accessories. With a wide selection of solid color and pattern Prom ties available, the company specializes in matching colors. (Brown, magenta, royal blue, burnt orange, sage, TieMart has it.) Free color swatches are available for customers in the USA and Canada, so that matching can be done in person before buying. TieMart ties are affordable and ship quickly from their Midwest location.