Skip to content
Need It Fast? In-Stock Dresses Ship Quick!
Free Shipping Over $199
Low Price Guarantee
Need It Fast? In-Stock Dresses Ship Quick!
Free Shipping Over $199Need help?Sign in
Menu
  • Prom '27
  • Hoco
  • Quince
PromGirl.com
View my cart (0)
0
Press Space or Down arrow to open the menu
  • Prom

    Shop Prom Dresses

    • Long Prom Dresses
    • Short Prom Dresses
    • Prom Dresses Under $200
    • Ball Gowns
    • Classic Prom Dresses
    • After Prom Dresses
    • Fast Shipping Prom Dresses

    Trending For Prom

    • Bow Prom Dresses
    • Corset Prom Dresses
    • Floral Prom Dresses
    • Glitter Prom Dresses
    • Lace Prom Dresses
    • Low V-Neck Prom Dresses
    • One-Shoulder Prom Dresses
    • Sequin Prom Dresses
    • Sleek & Sexy Prom Dresses

    Shop Plus-Size Prom Dresses

    • Long Plus Prom Dresses
    • Short Plus Prom Dresses

    Top Prom Colors

    • Black Prom Dresses
    • Blue Prom Dresses
    • Gold Prom Dresses
    • Pastel Prom Dresses
    • Red Prom Dresses
    • Silver Prom Dresses

    Shop by Body Type

    • Apple-Shaped Figures
    • Busty Figures
    • Hourglass Figures
    • Pear-Shaped Figures
    • Petite Figures
    • Slender Figures
    Prom Guide
    • Planning for Prom
    • What to Wear
    • 2026 Prom Dress Trends
    • Getting Ready for Prom
    • The Night Of
    Shop Prom Dresses
  • Homecoming

    Shop Homecoming

    • Short Homecoming Dresses
    • Long Homecoming Dresses
    • Homecoming Under $100
    • Homecoming Under $200

    Top Hoco Colors

    • Black Homecoming Dresses
    • Blue Homecoming Dresses
    • Floral & Print Homecoming Dresses
    • Green Homecoming Dresses
    • Pink Homecoming Dresses
    • Shop All Hoco Colors

    Top Hoco Styles

    • Bodycon Homecoming Dresses
    • Corset Homecoming Dresses
    • Fit-and-Flare Homecoming Dresses
    • Homecoming Dresses with Bows
    • Open Back Homecoming Dresses
    • Sparkly Homecoming Dresses
    Homecoming Guide
    • 2026 Top Hoco Trends
    • What is Homecoming?
    • What is Hoco Court?
    • What to Wear
    Shop Homecoming 2026
  • Quinceañera

    Shop All Quinceañera Dresses

    • Quinceañera Dresses
    • Quinceañera Court Dresses

    Top Colors

    • Blue Quinceañera Dresses
    • Green Quinceañera Dresses
    • Pink Quinceañera Dresses
    • Purple Quinceañera Dresses
    • Red Quinceañera Dresses
    Quinceañera Guide
    • Why Are Quince Dresses So Big?
    • Meaning Behind The Dress
    • How Much Are Quince Dresses?
    • Who Pays For Damas Dresses?
    • Safety Tips For Buying Online
  • Occasions

    In Season Now

    • Prom 2027 Preview
    • Holiday Dresses
    • Formal Dresses
    • Fast Shipping

    Occasions A to M

    • Bat & Bar Mitzvah
    • Bridesmaid
    • Cocktail
    • Formal
    • Graduation
    • Holiday
    • Military Ball
    • Mother of the Bride & Groom

    Occasions N to Z

    • Pageant
    • Party
    • Semi-Formal
    • Sweet 16
    • Wedding Guest
    • Winter Formal
    • All Occasions
  • All Dresses

    Shop All Dresses

    • Shop New Arrivals
    • Fast Shipping
    • Shop by Body Type
    • Shop by Price
    • Shop by Style

    Dresses By Price

    • Dresses Under $50
    • Dresses Under $100
    • Prom Under $200

    Shop By Length

    • Short Dresses
    • Knee Length Dresses
    • Midi Dresses
    • Long Dresses
    • High Low Dresses

    Dresses By Style

    • A-Line Dresses
    • Ball Gowns
    • Dresses with Cut Outs
    • Dresses with Embroidery
    • Dresses with Pockets
    • Dresses with Sleeves
    • Empire Waist Dresses
    • Halter Dresses
    • Mermaid Dresses
    • Off-the-Shoulder Dresses
    • Open Back Dresses
    • Pastel Dresses
    • Sleek & Sexy Dresses
    • Strapless Dresses
    • Two-Piece Dresses
    • V-Neck Dresses

    Dresses By Color

    • Black Dresses
    • Blue Dresses
    • Brown Dresses
    • Gold Dresses
    • Green & Mint Dresses
    • Mauve Dresses
    • Nude & Neutral Dresses
    • Orange Dresses
    • Pink & Blush Dresses
    • Purple Dresses
    • Print Dresses
    • Red Dresses
    • Silver & Gray Dresses
    • White Dresses
    • Yellow Dresses
  • Plus Size

    Shop All Plus Dresses

    • Shop Plus by Price
    • Shop Plus on Sale
    • Plus-Size Ball Gowns
    • Sexy Plus-Size Dresses

    Shop Plus By Length

    • Long Plus-Size Dresses
    • Short Plus-Size Dresses

    Shop Plus By Color

    • Plus Black Dresses
    • Plus Blue Dresses
    • Plus Green & Mint Dresses
    • Plus Nude & Neutral Dresses
    • Plus Pink & Blush Dresses
    • Plus Purple Dresses
    • Plus Red Dresses
    • Plus Silver & Gray Dresses
    • Plus White & Ivory Dresses

    Shop Plus By Event

    • Plus Cocktail Dresses
    • Plus Formal Dresses
    • Plus Graduation Dresses
    • Plus Holiday Dresses
    • Plus Homecoming
    • Plus Party Dresses
    • Plus Prom Dresses
    • Plus Wedding Guest Dresses

    Shop Plus By Style

    • Plus A-Line Dresses
    • Plus Dresses with Sleeves
    • Plus Embroidered Dresses
    • Plus Empire Waist Dresses
    • Plus Illusion Dresses
    • Plus Lace Dresses
    • Plus Mermaid Dresses
    • Plus Print Dresses
    • Plus Sequin Dresses
    • Plus Sweetheart Dresses
  • Shoes & Bags
    • Shop All Shoes

    Shoes By Color

    • Black Shoes
    • Silver Shoes
    • Gold Shoes
    • White Shoes
    • Clear Shoes

    Shoes By Style

    • High Heels
    • Short Heels
    • Closed Toe
    • Open Toe
    • Prom Bags
  • Designers

    Featured designers

    • PromGirl Dresses
    • Ladivine Dresses
    • Ava Presley Dresses
    • Jovani Dresses
    • Amarra Dresses
    • Primavera Dresses
    • Mac Duggal Dresses
    • Portia & Scarlett Dresses
    • Amelia Couture Dresses

    Designers A-B

    • Abby Paris
    • Aerie Couture
    • Alyce Paris
    • Amarra
    • Amelia Couture
    • Amoris
    • Andrea & Leo
    • Astee
    • Atria
    • Ava Presley
    • Betsy & Adam
    • Blondie Nites

    Designers C-K

    • Chandalier
    • Chicas
    • Cinderella Couture
    • Clarisse Designs
    • Colors Dress
    • Dancing Queen
    • Dave & Johnny
    • Dear Moon
    • Eureka
    • Faviana
    • Jessica Angel
    • Jovani
    • Juliet

    Designers L-O

    • Ladivine
    • La Femme
    • Lucci Lu
    • Mac Duggal
    • Marsoni
    • Morgan & Co.
    • Morilee
    • Nina Canacci
    • Nox Anabel
    • Oh Pretty

    Designers P-Z

    • Panoply
    • Poly USA
    • Portia & Scarlett
    • Primavera
    • PromGirl
    • R&M Richards
    • Rina Di Montella
    • Stella Couture
    • Tarik Ediz
    • Terani Couture
    • Tiffany Designs
    • Tina Holly
    • Velvi
  • Sale

    Shop All Sale

    • Prom Dresses on Sale
    • Long Dresses on Sale
    • Short Dresses on Sale
    • Plus Dresses on Sale

    Promotions

    • Last Chance Sale
    • Up to 85% Off Ladivine Sale
    • $99 Sale
    Shop Last Chance Sale
Menu

Search

Popular searches

  • Homecoming Dresses
  • Gold Dresses
  • Silver Dresses
  • Long Prom Dresses
  • In Stock, Ready to Ship

Trending now

Read our reviews on Trustpilot (opens in a new tab)

Cart (0 Items)

Your cart is empty

Loading...

Subtotal $0.00 USD

Shipping and taxes calculated at checkout

  • The Prom Guide
  • Planning For Prom
  • Prom Costs
  • Prom Committee
  • What To Wear
  • The Dress
  • The Perfect Dress
  • Online Dress Shopping
  • Dress Fit
  • Alterations
  • Fabrics
  • Styles
  • Dress Care
  • Spotting Counterfeits
  • Prom Accessories
  • Prom Flowers
  • The Suit
  • Getting Ready For Prom
  • Prom Hair
  • Prom Makeup
  • Prom Nails
  • Skin Care for Prom
  • Health & Fitness for Prom
  • To Date Or Not to Date
  • Going with a Date
  • Going Solo
  • Going with Friends
  • Exploring Promposals
  • The Night of
  • Expectations
  • What to Bring
  • Prom Emergencies
  • Prom Etiquette
  • After Prom
  • Memories
  • More Prom
  • Glossary
  • Prom FAQ
  • Other Guides
  • Homecoming Guide
  • Sweet 16 Guide
  • Fashion Blog
  1. Home
  2. Prom Guide
  3. Planning for Prom: Budgeting Costs & Prom Committee Advice
PromGirl.com November 2, 2017

Planning for Prom: Budgeting Costs & Prom Committee Advice

Two teen girls wearing prom dresses, one a colorful v-neck gown, the other a high-neck blue dress.

Whether you're joining the prom committee or simply attending the dance, enjoy the experience! Saving and planning for prom are truly important steps that can really help you stay stress-free leading up to the big event. Take a look at the easy to follow advice in this section. Here you'll find tips on how to budget for your prom costs, as well as advice for prom committees on how to plan an unforgettable class prom. From creating a timeline of expenses to choosing from among the top prom decorations and themes, PromGirl has got you covered.


Prom Costs
Budgeting for Prom
Estimating Prom Costs
Planning a Timeline for Prom Costs
Finding Help with Prom Costs

What's most important to you when it comes to prom? Your dress? After prom activities? A stellar ride to and from the venue? Your priorities determine where you'll spend the most money, so it's important to start saving for prom early to really enjoy your big plans. Although prom costs can vary greatly depending upon your choices and where you live, there are several key things to consider when planning a prom budget. View this section of the Prom Guide for advice on how to estimate the costs associated with prom. From budgeting for the perfect dress to ideas on how to save money on prom expenses, the wealth of knowledge shared here on estimating prom costs is truly priceless.


Prom Committee
Planning Tips
Theme & Decor
Prom Activities
Prom Promise
Fundraising for Prom

Prom Cost


Plan a fabulous prom with the expert advice shared here. Pulling from decades of prom experiences, PromGirl offers tips and tricks for prom committees to ensure a fun, safe, and memorable prom night. From explanations of committee member roles and responsibilities to how to choose the prom theme, venue, and decorations, this section is full of helpful advice for the prom committee members. Here you will learn how to plan a prom that is the ultimate experience for everyone in attendance.

Back to blog
Share Tweet Pin it
About PromGirl
  • Our Story
  • Testimonials
Cool Stuff
  • Prom Guide
  • Homecoming Guide
  • Sweet 16 Guide
  • Quinceañera Guide
  • PromGirl Fashion Blog
Support
  • Contact Us
  • Shipping
  • FAQ
  • Returns
  • Accessibility
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • TikTok
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
© 2026 New Occasion Brands LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
New Occasion Brands, LLC BBB Business Review
  • Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.