Three savvy money tips to keep down the costs of your kids' prom
SCHOOL proms have become a formal and fancy affair for leaving pupils.
But bigger bashes have meant growing costs for parents.
Here's how to keep a lid on your budget. . .
EARLY OUTFITS: Looking for outfits in advance gives you plenty of time to find a formal outfit for your child.
Renting a dress or suit is typically cheaper than buying new.
You could try John Lewis rental, where dress hire starts at less than £30.
Suit jacket are available from around £33.
By Rotation is another rental app, and H&M also does rental on select collections.
You can get great bargains through second-hand clothing apps, especially if looking in advance.
Scour Facebook marketplace or Vinted and eBay.
Search by brands and be specific as possible to find what you want.
RAD RIDE: Arriving at the prom in a flash ride is all part of the experience.
Try asking for a favour from any friends or family with a cool car to see if they'll play chauffeur.
Book the Lux ride through taxi app Uber for another option.
Only selected top cars such as Mercedes, BMW and Jaguars will come through the service.
You can expect a ride that would usually cost around £10 to come in at around £30 instead when booked on the spot.
Find a friend to refer you if you haven't used the app before and you'll save up to £5 your first five rides.
GLAM UP: Getting hair and make-up done is a fun way to get ready for a prom.
Why not watch a few make-up tutorials to try your hand at applying all the beauty essentials?
Just get in a few practice sessions beforehand.
Or on the day, head to a department store where make- up counters are often able to apply make-up professionally.
Ask around at hairdressers if they need models for up-dos for a discounted service.
You may be lucky and book one on the day of the event.
All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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