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Take Me To The Prom On Time
By JASER A. MARASIGAN
February 8, 2012, 3:46am
Photo By Jovel Lorenzo
MANILA, Philippines — For YouTube sensations and yes, certified prom queens, Ericka and Krissy Villongco agree that it is important for every teenager to experience prom.
Aside from being a once in a lifetime experience, the prom is also a rite of passage to adolescence.
Her prom was memorable, for older sister Ericka, because it was the first time that she was allowed by her parents to go out on a formal date.
“I was a bit nervous but at the same time, I felt like I was all grown up already. The night was very memorable for me because it was the first time my parents allowed me to get picked up and dropped home by a boy. He was a real gentleman. When the night came to an end, he confessed his feelings for me. And I secretly liked him as well.”
Younger sister Krissy relates that the prom was all she looked forward to when she went into high school: “I looked forward to my junior year because I was so excited for prom! I think it is every girl's fairytale. My date was a really good friend of mine so it wasn't so hard to ask him out because we were pretty much very close.”
Since 'tis the season of proms and graduation balls, the teen singing sister duo gives 10 helpful tips and answers to the who, what, when, where, why and how of every high school girl's fairytale (and every guy's much-awaited high school moment too), that is the prom...
Although traditionally, it is a guy who asks the girl to the prom, it is also completely okay for a girl to ask a guy to be her date. Some guys are intimidated by girls, and really want to ask the girl out, but don't know how. So asking a guy is perfectly alright.
Prom is a once in a lifetime event and there's no reason to feel ashamed to ask a boy to prom. And just remember, if he says no, a pack of girls can sometimes be just as fun as a boy/ girl date.
It also happens that someone asks you out but you happen to have a date already, or simply you don’t like the person who’s asking you. The best way to turn him or her down is to thank him or her for his or her offer. Then tell them that unfortunately someone got to you first.
You can also go the extra mile and tell them that you’ll see them there and save a dance for them. Even if you have no intention of dancing with this person, it’s still a nice gesture. Just be gracious.
Girls, don’t keep your date guessing. Let him know what you’re wearing on the big night so he can coordinate his tux and flowers for a perfect match. If your dress is going to be long, try avoiding those high heels. The comfier, the better.
It is easier now to pick what and how you want your dress to look like. Browse through photos on Tumbler or Google to get some ideas and inspiration weeks before the big day.
For the guys, while you’re getting ready, place your flowers in the refrigerator to make them last all night long. Thank her for being a great date with a gorgeous bouquet. Look your best. Make sure to get your beauty sleep the night before the prom. Ask a friend or a family member about stuffs like how you should do your hair, or what shoes would match the dress.
Make a good impression on your date and your date’s parents. Most parents would want to meet your date before you go to the prom. You may even have to fetch your date at her place so make sure to be presentable and polite. Mind your table manners and etiquette. It is also important to have a good conversation with your partner.
Prom-goers should take the responsibility of their safety into their own hands and really make sure to have a good time while taking care of themselves. So it would be best to go with your friends or as a group so you can also look after each other.
For the guys, make sure not to miss your curfew when taking your date home, don’t forget to say thank you to your date and to her parents.
Should it be ok with your parents, plan an “after prom” sleepover party with your friends. You might want to just hang out and relax at your friend’s house afterwards. Then, when everyone is wide awake you can have a wild breakfast of omelets, waffles, pancakes or whatever!
Make memories last. Don’t forget to bring your digital camera (or camera phones) and take as many photos.
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