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Basic Skincare Tips For Boys
We come across many tips for teenage girls on how to carry the best hairdo, what outfit to wear, and pampering methods for prom night. Unfortunately, it’s not the same for the boys. In this article, we talk about the best skincare tips that can play a vital role in prom prepping. Whether it entails dealing with acne, premature wrinkles, or simply desiring to look great for prom night, here are 8 basic skincare tips that teenage boys should follow! Scrubbing A good exfoliating scrub is helpful in treating acne and other skin related issues by removing unwanted pores from the skin. This makes the topmost layer of skin look…
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7 Dazzling Suit Ideas For Prom
Having the ideal suit for prom involves great planning. Whether it’s a three-piece tuxedo or a mixture of prints, all combos capture a sentiment that speak volumes about the wearer. Here are 7 suit ideas that are not only accessible but are perfectly chic for prom! Classic tuxedo Whether it’s composed of a traditional black jacket or vest, you can never go wrong with the classic tux. Ties are great but bow ties are generally the preferred choice. If you want a more unconventional look, play with colours such as metallic or acrylic! Suit with cummerbund Considered a substitute for the vest, the black cummerbund with folds is a great…
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5 Easy Ways To Make Your Prom Look Runway Worthy
It can be difficult to emulate and keep up with fashion trends, especially when they are based off luxury brands. However, with the solid desire and vivid imagination, you can achieve a stunning prom look that can be dubbed as “runway worthy”. Here are a few different ways that you can take some of this year’s fashion trends and make them your own at prom! Bright colours Taking inspiration from the likes of Prabal Gurung and Christian Siriano, psychedelic and neon colours are making a big statement these days. If you really want to stand out at prom, this is a great way to do it. Perhaps, you could even…
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Awards Season 2019 – Celebrity Red Carpet Style
With the conclusion of the 91st Academy Awards, this year’s awards season has come to an end but not without making some bold statements in the world of fashion and setting the tone for upcoming trends. This year, the variance in silhouettes gave way to bold androgynous fashion. The Grammys and Oscars red carpet looks this year ranged from classic designs to dramatic cuts and colours. We put together some of the best red carpet looks to give you some inspiration for your prom night! Pantsuits Surprisingly, the most prevalent look among women on the red-carpet this awards season was the pantsuit. Crazy Rich Asian’s actress Awkwafina was quite a…
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Why You Don’t Need To Worry About Having A Prom Date
The pressure to find a prom date is perhaps higher now than ever with the growing popularity of sweet – and sometimes extravagant – promposals. It’s totally normal to be anxious when asking somebody out, and it can be even more nerve-wracking when you have put a lot of time and thought into how you’ll ask someone or if you’re waiting to be asked! Finding a prom date, however, shouldn’t cause you to completely stress out and panic; after all, it’s supposed to be a fun night, not a scary one. We’re here to unpack all the reasons why you don’t need to be worried if you’d prefer to go…
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Why Size Inclusive Dress Stores Matter
A few years ago, I entered a store in Pacific Mall where I wanted to try on a pair of pants. The store owner told me that I was a size large in Hong Kong sizes. She searched through her stack of pants to find the largest size and as she handed me the pants, I looked at her in disbelief. Size large? I have always been skinny, and I had always worn a size small – or medium if I wanted a comfortable fit. The only time I thought I could pass for a “large” was in kid’s sizes. I tried the pants on, and they fit. I ended…
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5 Tips For Flawless Skin Before Prom
Feeling beautiful both inside and out is always important, and clear flawless skin can play a big role in achieving that feeling, but that’s easier said than done. If your skin is particularly finicky, then here are my five tips for flawless skin in preparation for prom. Start eating a healthy diet If you nourish your body with fresh fruits and vegetables, your body will thank you by glowing! As Dr. Jessica Wu, a dermatologist, writes in her book, Feed Your Face, “One of the most effective tools in regulating and preventing [skin] inflammation is eating the rights foods. Altering your diet can help modulate the effects of inflammatory conditions…
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Your Possible Prom Date Says “Maybe”. What Are Your Options?
To prepare for prom, you have decided to secure yourself a date. You muster up the courage to ask someone to prom and their response is “maybe.” You are put in a state of limbo. You really wanted to go with the person you asked but the person is hesitant about committing right off the bat. What are your options? You can wait for them If you really want to go with this specific person to prom, you can wait for this person to make up their mind or you can wait for the person to get rejected by the person they really want to go with. Pros: The person…
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Top 5 Iconic Movie Prom Dresses
Did you ever gasp in awe while watching an actress in a stunning gown in one of your all-time favorite movies? Did it inspire you to wear something similar on one of the most memorable nights of your life? We all have that one dream gown we want to wear on this big day, and since pop culture has a more or less a big role to play in what we might eventually choose to wear for Prom Night, we put together five of the most iconic dresses worn in some memorable movies, as a source of inspiration for our prom outfits. Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino in Romy and…
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An Unforgettable Prom Horror Story
As a once in a lifetime occasion, prom is undeniably stressful as it involves intense prepping – from finding the perfect dress to the perfect date. For some, it can even become a complete nightmare due either improper planning or unforeseen circumstances. An acquaintance of mine was inclined to share her story. The hunt for a date It all started in the month of February. In Marin’s case, her closest friends had graduated the year before and she hadn’t been able to attend prom with them. With her own prom coming up, she wondered whether she should bother going or not. Because her close friends graduated and her older boyfriend…
