{"id":4372,"date":"2017-01-09T09:40:25","date_gmt":"2017-01-09T15:40:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.andersons.com\/?p=4372"},"modified":"2022-07-19T20:32:27","modified_gmt":"2022-07-19T20:32:27","slug":"25-tips-for-the-perfect-prom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andersons.com\/blog\/2017\/01\/25-tips-for-the-perfect-prom\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Tips For the Perfect Prom"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You want your Prom to be the best and most memorable event ever. Here are 25 quick and easy tips to help you create the perfect Prom night.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1)<\/strong><em> Use <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/decorations\/lighting-and-effects\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">lighting<\/a>, like mini lights and special effects lights, to add instant drama to any space.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>2)<\/strong><em> Don\u2019t neglect seating areas. Fancy them up with <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/decorations\/table-and-chair-decor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>table<\/em> <em>decor<\/em><\/a><em>, like sparkly table covers, beads, crystals, and confetti.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>3)<\/strong><em> Create <\/em><strong>show stopping ceilings<\/strong><em> with grand <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/decorations\/chandeliers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">chandeliers<\/a>, fabric, lighting, and hanging d\u00e9cor. \u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-3382\" src=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Chandelier-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"andersons_chandelier\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.andersons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Chandelier-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.andersons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Chandelier.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>4)<\/strong><em> Save time and money with <\/em><strong>reusable<\/strong><em> d\u00e9cor that\u2019s easy to set up, take down, and store.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>5)<\/strong><em> Use <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/decorations\/fabrics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fabric<\/a>, murals, or background <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/decorations\/wall-coverings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">paper<\/a> to <\/em><strong>cover large areas<\/strong><em> (like walls, lockers, and bleachers) quickly and easily.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>6)<\/strong><em> Set the tone with <\/em><strong>full-color<\/strong><em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/invitations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> invitations<\/a> and favors that match your theme.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>7)<\/strong><em> Stock up on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/favors\/swag-bags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Swag Bags<\/a> to ensure you get the perfect Prom favors.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>8)<\/strong><em> Take the stress out of favor-buying with <\/em><strong>pre-printed, <\/strong><em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/favors\/ready-to-ship-favors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ready-to-ship<\/a> Prom favors that ship fast.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>9)<\/strong><em> Teens love technology. Give them what they want with trendy <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/favors\/electronics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>tech<\/strong><\/a><em> favors.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>10)<\/strong><em> Give your court the full <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/royalty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>royalty<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0treatment<\/strong><em> with crowns, tiaras, sashes, scepters, and robes.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>11)<\/strong><em> Focus on safety with non-transferable <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/favors\/wristband-tickets-and-security\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>wristbands<\/strong><\/a><em> you can use as Prom admission tickets.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>12)<\/strong><em> Take advantage of e-mail offers and clearance deals from <\/em><strong>Anderson\u2019s<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>13)<\/strong><em> Shop by theme! Use our <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/perfect-pairings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Perfect Pairings<\/strong><\/a><em> section for invites, favors, and more that match your theme.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>14)<\/strong><em> Make it <\/em><strong>interactive!<\/strong><em> Include a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/themes\/photo-booth-themes-and-props\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">photo booth<\/a> or selfie station to keep teens engaged.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>15)<\/strong><em> Use our full-color graphics to create <\/em><strong>matching<\/strong><em> invitations and favors.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>16)<\/strong><em> Create a <\/em><strong>grand entrance<\/strong><em> with an elegant arch or red carpet <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/themes\/props-and-kit-separates\/pathways\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pathway<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4293\" src=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/candybuffet-300x123.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"123\" \/>17)<\/strong><em> Offer a spectacular <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/favors\/candy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">candy<\/a><\/em><strong> buffet<\/strong><em>. Get candies in colors that match your Prom theme. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>18)<\/strong><em> Mix and match <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/themes\/props-and-kit-separates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">kits<\/a><\/em><strong> and props<\/strong><em> to create a one-of-a-kind look for your Prom theme.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>19)<\/strong><em> Create spectacular <\/em><strong>table settings<\/strong><em> with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/decorations\/centerpieces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">centerpieces<\/a>, candles, flowers, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>20)<\/strong><em> Create <\/em><strong>social areas<\/strong><em> with fun seating, games, food, and charging stations.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>21)<\/strong><em> Provide midnight <\/em><strong>snacks<\/strong><em>. All that dancing makes students hungry.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>22)<\/strong><em> Set the tone and generate excitement by including <a href=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/decorations\/classic-decorations\/confetti\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">confetti<\/a> or glitter in your invitation envelopes.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>23)<\/strong><em> Hand out memorable keepsakes, like <\/em><strong>imprinted favors<\/strong><em> that feature your Prom theme and date.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>24)<\/strong> <strong>Raffle<\/strong><em> off prizes all night long to keep students engaged and on premises for the entire event.\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3845\" src=\"http:\/\/www.andersons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Ice-Stones-300x248.jpg\" alt=\"Anderson's Prom Table Scatter Decor\" width=\"220\" height=\"191\" \/><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>25)<\/strong><em> You can never have too much bling! Add dazzle with rhinestones, crystal curtains, beaded garlands, and fancy chandeliers.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You want your Prom to be the best and most memorable event ever. 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