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February 13, 2012
Senior Prom Sticker Shock

Is your family struggling to afford the incredible costs associated with senior prom?

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Parents, if you've got high school students, you already know what an expensive year it's been. Now, get ready for prom. In recent years, prom inflation has run amok. A survey we conducted revealed that the average family plans to spend $800 for things like a prom dress, tuxedo rental, shoes and accessories, flowers, event tickets, limo rental, hair and make-up, dinner and after-prom events. Here are a few tips:

• Shop for formal wear at consignment stores or online. Some stores even rent prom dresses.
• Split a limo with other couples.
• Team up with other parents to host a pre or after party.
• Get make-up done at a department store.

Bottom line: Start planning next year's prom budget now.

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