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Prom
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Decoration Ideas
 There are all sorts of prom related items to consider, whether they go with
your original theme or not. We’ve included some tips on decorating seating
tables below, in case you are setting up tables for your guests!
Tiaras, scepters and king medallions. There are expensive tiaras,
scepters and medallions and inexpensive ones. The expensive tiaras are perfect
for your court but the inexpensive tiaras are great for decorating. Use them
on buffets, soda bars, tables and/or hang them from the ceiling and watch them
reflect the light.
Stars and hearts. They come in metallic, foil and cracked ice
cut-outs (some with a hole punched through one end so you can hang them). They
reflect the light from your band or DJ. Hang them anywhere and everywhere or
attach them to walls (with removable double stick tape).
Balloons and streamers. A party isn’t a party without balloons and
streamers. And a prom isn’t a prom without them either. They fill a room
like nothing else can. Don’t waste time on walls, no one notices them. Fill
the ceiling with balloons, the corners with balloon bouquets, and the hall
with arches.
Of course, you can find balloons in all shapes and sizes, so you don’t
have to stick with the regular stuff if you don’t want it. There’s star
and moon shaped Mylars and balloons with your graduation year! In addition,
there are balloons with prints--notes, leopard spots, top hats, dancers--or
you can have them imprinted.
Atmosphere. Local prop companies will have all sorts of stuff you
can use for your prom. Save money though and buy Christmas lights on sale to
use on doorways, trees, walkways, etc. Use light ropes, icicle
lights, even chasing lights shaped like stars to highlight any part
of the room.
Consider a disco ball, revolving lights, a fog machine
and other special effects—they aren’t as expensive as you think! And maybe
for an ad in your program, you can get the effect donated.
You might also want to consider Mylar curtain; put it on walls to
cover even the ugliest concrete or put up a backdrop and cover that with the
curtain. Both work to add a shimmer to your event. These curtains of Mylar
streams are available in any number of colors and even come as table skirts
for a dessert or other buffet.
Table skirts, chair covers and table covers are
available in your school colors as well. Don’t forget this simple finishing
touch. There’s nothing more awful than an 8’ table (or any table for that
matter) with no cloth!
Table Decoration Ideas
Centerpieces are easy to come by. Royal looking crowns make for
great centerpieces. Just put them at the table center, and add balloon
bouquets in your school colors.
Prom companies and companies like Party411 have pre-made
centerpieces you can use. There are top hats, stars, palm trees, cut-outs
and more. You should pick something that goes well with your theme or your
colors. Also, you can sprays and garland to any centerpiece and make it that
much more fabulous.
You won’t to forget to put confetti around the base of the
centerpiece no matter what it is. You can buy it in school colors or you can
use words, numbers, hearts and other shapes.
Fabulous glassware with your school logo, the date and the theme is
another great addition.
Votive candles, also imprinted, can add a special glow to the night.
They have them in martini glasses, small bowls and more! Add two to three per
table.
At each setting place a beautifully wrapped keepsake set--a great
frame or glitter frame imprinted with your school logo and/or a celebration
glass or fabulous candle. You can sell these along with the tickets for
additional funds. They come in all varieties—so it would be easy to match
your school colors.
Around the napkin, use a key chain with your school logo, date and
prom theme. These aren’t expensive, and they make great favors. If your
budget doesn’t allow for a keychain, use garland in the theme of your choice
(stars, bells, hearts and snowflakes).
Don’t forget place cards if you’re arranging seating for
everyone. Many of the prom companies sell matching placecards, tickets and
invitations—and even program covers—in your school colors.
If you need help or want us to find you specific products, email nanette@party411.com
or call 877-514-8411. The Party Girl went to the Prom too!
Check out our complete list of Prom favors and
accessories.
Have fun and have a dance on me, from the Party Girl and Party411!
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