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How to Dress for Prom After Parties
While prom can very much feel like a fairy tale, all of the prom excitement doesn’t have to end with the last song. You can extend the fun by attending an after prom party! From casual sleepovers with friends to school sanctioned after parties, there are so many ways to keep on celebrating. How you dress for each type of prom after party will depend a lot on what you decide to do and how fancy you wish to be! A romper or trendy summer dress will fit right in at a casual beach party, while a snazzy sequined party dress is fun for a Vegas themed activity. Find out more about after prom and what to wear by checking out the answers to these two frequently asked questions about after prom:
What is After Prom? After prom is any kind of event, immediately following prom, that extends the experience! Often, schools will host an official “after prom” with games and activities right after the formal dance ends. After prom can also be as simple as a bonfire with friends or as extravagant as attending another formal party hosted by a friend. The options are limitless, so decide with your date or friends what adventures you’d like to jump into after prom has officially ended. Need some inspiration? Check out the After Prom section of the Prom Guide for more ideas of after prom activities. and formal evening gowns have long been a staple at prom celebrations. Pay homage to the traditions of past proms and channel your inner Hollywood starlet by wearing a long fancy gown or fabulous evening dress.
Do You Change for After Prom? Yes, most prom-goers change before attending after prom. Whether or not you choose to change your attire for an after prom party depends upon your event and personal preference. You might choose to stay in your formal prom ensemble just for fun or for a formal get-together immediately after prom. If you’re itching to ditch the formal wear though, there are beautiful after prom party dresses to consider! For an informal outing to a local restaurant or a trip to the bowling alley with friends, you can change into a casual party dress, jumpsuit, or romper that’s comfortable and stylish. If you plan to continue with a night of dancing and karaoke at a school sanctioned after party or a friend’s house, a fun-and-flirty after party dress will have you ready to break out all of your best moves. For more tips on what to wear to after prom, check out the After Prom section of the Prom Guide.