Just back from dress shopping with my 13 year old for her “graduation” outfit thus I thought it timely to share some Semi-Formal, Prom, Grad Fashion Tips. Check out these cost-saving tips…
Semi-Formal, Prom, Grad Fashion Tips
- Sleek Cutout Maxi Dress CAD $23.80, Forever 21
- Power Brunch Flounce Dress CAD $23.80, Forever 21
- Pleated dress $19.95, H & M
- Dress in a lyocell blend $24.95, H & M
- BELTED HI-LO DRESS $20.00, Urban Planet
- EYELET FLARE TANK DRESS $20.00, Urban Planet
Yes, I do look at price. Not being cheap but she will grow out of this dress by next season. Do I want to invest a fortune in a grad dress? No thanks. Visa Canada recently released a survey showing thrifty Canadians spend 26% less than Americans on Prom (so I’m not alone in my prom planning philosophies).
I also look at functionality and fashion. Can she dress it up or dress it down? Can she wear it again? (we do have a few weddings coming up).
Joy Mills (@Jemrah1) says
the link didn’t work for me – maybe it’s just me though…
Parent Club says
Hi Joy – try searching for it in the app store or copy and paste this: http://www.practicalmoneyskills.ca/prom
Joy Mills (@Jemrah1) says
I like that it helps parents budget and plan, and provides tips to help
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stacey dempsey says
The link didn’t work for me either but from your write up I like that it can track spending . My daughter is graduating this year and it has been a bit bumpy with what she wants and what we can afford and deciding what things I pay for and what she should pay for as she wants a lot of things that are definitely extras so we have been muddling our way through but I don’t think she has realised how much it all adds up to.
Parent Club says
took the link out – perhaps try cutting and pasting http://www.practicalmoneyskills.ca/prom – it’s a good app for prom
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Mary Gaudet says
I like that I can keep track of spending so I can stay within my budget!
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Julie G. says
I like the ease of using the app – great idea.
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Elaine R says
I like that it shows how much I am spending-helps my budget.
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Bons says
I like how the app can help with customizing budget and timeline for planning prom night
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kristineewald says
Love the budget help!
D.Petch says
The app is easy to use and helps with your budget.
Christina B. says
I like how it helps you budget everything!
jan says
I like that it shows some parents are making kids responsible for some of the costs.
jan says
I subscribe
IreneN says
I firmly believe that having your children share the cost of their prom outfit is a good thing.
Erinn Lishman says
I love that it can help me budget! This is always helpful!!
Darlene W says
Budget is the big word for Prom, formal or grad, this APP helps you keep to your budget and track your expenses.
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Karla Sceviour says
I like that it can keep track of spending,,great idea.
Amy Lovell says
I like how it helps parents plan so they can work out a budget beofre they go to the sotre with their child
Melinda Jana (@Sukki24) says
I like that it keeps track of your spending, this way you can keep on budget
Amy Lovell says
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Tammy Dalley says
I like that it keeps track of the money you spend!
nomnombearinyvr says
I like that it helps parents budget for all kinds of expenses related to prom.
nicolthepickle says
It shows what you spent… Helpful when on a budget.
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jeannine glen says
always good to have more money
vilmark (@vilmark) says
I like that it not only helps you budget but also helps to keep the suprise out of it. there is things you will forget but the app keeps those from popping up on you.
Judy Hunting says
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It shows how to budget
Carol M (Lushka S) says
Keeps track of the spending
lori b says
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Tanis S says
I like how you can customize your budget!
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Leanne Cobbledick says
Like how it keeps track of my spending
Judy C (Judy Cowan) says
I really like that it helps you with a budget
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Connie says
I really like how you can track and plan. With three girls… this will be handy!
Sandra H says
Track spending is a great feature
May says
I am a subscriber!
May says
I like that it keeps track of your spending so that you will not go pass your budget!
Lisa Neutel says
I love that it keeps you on budget by keeping track of your spending
Shawn says
I really like the fact that you can track spending. Budgeting is important to my family.
nikki robak says
I like that it helps keep track of your spending
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Eldon says
I like how its easy to use.
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Edith Rennes says
I think track spending is a great feature
Francine says
I liked the cost saving tips
mongupp says
Its good to see the true expense of just one night.
Charity Konrath says
it’s easy to get carried away when dressing up for a special day but this app would keep things on track
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lilfifi says
Great app to keep in budget, and show what it really costs! Great app!
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hmrcarlson says
It is really great that you can use the app for budgeting.
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the spending tracker is a great feature
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Cassey C says
I like the useful tips.
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Jo says
Ease of use and keeping you on track
Jessica P says
I love that it is so easy to use and intuitive and helps me out day to day
Cathy C says
I like that it helps you track your spending and stay on budget Great for a teen or young adult learning to manage their budget before heading to college or university
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darci says
I love that it keeps you aware of your spending and is a great way to keep teens accountable for their purchases…YES those slurpees and iced drinks add up…they eat away at your $$$ rather quickly! skip 5 of them and you have $20….
Phil says
The cost savings tips are very greatful
Elizabeth R says
Track spending is a great idea.
loucheryl says
I like that you can do a budget!
Darlene Schuller says
I love the track spending feature.
Sunshine G says
I like that it tracks your spending – it’s a good intro to budgeting for teens.
wendy Hutton says
its great it has a tracking feature
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lyn212 says
I like how it teaches budgeting to our youth.
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J says
I like how you can use it to plan a prom budget.
michelle says
I love that it tracks my spending cause I dont do it in my head, this was I can make sure nto to blow the budget too much
truckerofbc says
Im terrible unless I can see a budget so its good it tracks budgeting
Jennifer L. says
I think it’s a great learning exercise…about how to make a budget and stick to it.
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angela m says
I like that the app helps make a budget and keeps track of your spending.
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I like that the app allows you to track spending so you can stay on budget.
Dayna Wilson says
I like that the app encourages smart budgeting in a demographic that’s about to move off into the world, and thus can really benefit from it.
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BlessedTA says
It helps to keep track of timeline and budgets
Nicole says
I like the budget the best – always hard to stay within!
angie says
I like the budgeting section of the app.
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loriag says
Keeping track of my spending is what I like the most about the app.
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andrea amy (@mommy2fiveboys) says
I like how it gives tips on how to save money
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Kayla Gilbert says
I like that the apps allows to keep track of a budget.
Chris W says
like the budget app
Gillian Morgan says
I love love love the budget feature
Rebby says
I really like the budget section!
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Darlene Schuller says
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karinespace says
It really helps you keep track of your budget in an organized way
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aly3360 says
It looks like a great app! Any tips to save money are deffinitely okay with me!!
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Shellie Clark says
I like that the app allows you to keep track of yourspending
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Jen C AKA @JusticeSadie says
I like that the app allows you to track spending so you can stay on budget. I follow on Pinterest.
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Missy Avey says
I like that you can track your spending with the app!
sschool2010 says
I like that it helps me budget and stay on track! (Suzi)
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Angela Mitchell says
I’ve always thought it was crazy how much money is spent on prom/grad now. When I graduated back in the 90’s, I bought my dress at a vintage store for $25 lol! I love that this app helps teens and parents think about ways to cut costs and help set priorities.
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beewbedard says
Interesting app – it has everything covered 🙂
Bev says
I like that the app has a timeline component to it to make sure you plan for prom in a timely manner.
Tina L. says
I like that they have every prom related expense ion the app
Lori Bazan says
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I subscribe also
Lori Bazan says
Prom/grad is super expensive and I love that it has a budget tracker to manage what you are spending
JaimeeM says
I love the money saving apps that are out now! Prom is one over the top too expensive event. Its great to see an app that can help cut the costs down
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mags c (@magscheung) says
the app helps you cut down your prom costs!
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Eldon says
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Juliee Fitze says
The app is very interesting , you can find anything you are looking for.
Pam says
I like that it has a timeline for all the things you need to accomplish.
Steph Bkn says
Love the timeline component, perfect for planners like me, lol
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nikki robak says
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Lucy says
I like that there is a timeline that helps you plan and track your spending
Lucy says
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Robyn Bellefleur says
I love that the app helps you cut down on prom costs.
Yuen C says
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Jessica C says
I really love this website !
Melinda Jana (@Sukki24) says
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Doris Calvert says
The site sure has reasonably priced dresses and can get them through itunes, love that
Moongazing (@JubleeW) says
I like the great tips provided by the app.
laurbolduc says
I like that it has all the necessities to help you prepare for prom. Including the lists and timelines. I also like the tips it provides.
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Toby says
Love that it helps stay within an individual’s budget
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Darlene Tuling says
I like the timeline feature. It’s great for planning ahead and helps you budget.
Yuen C says
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nomnombearinyvr says
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lisa bolduc says
wish they had this app when I went to prom, but I will let my nieces know about it
Eldon says
Shared the giveaway
Gillian Morgan says
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billiondollarprincesss says
I like the selection
Heidi P says
great selection
Sharon Smith says
It has a good choice selection
melissa m says
great selecion, easy to use and navigate
Laura S. says
It looks to have the making of any good app, easy navigation!
Tooth Fairy (@toothfairycyber) says
I like the graphics.
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Soozle says
I like the selection of dresses – lots of options
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Camelot5 says
Easy to use and for me, that’s a BIG PLUS!!
Debbie White Beattie says
This post may be 2 years old but most of these dresses are still beautiful