Cost of prom: While every prom night is different, you shouldn't expect it to be cheap. Between the dress, the ticket to cover the venue, the dinner, make-up, accessories and transportation, prom night can be quite expensive and it is something you might have to save for. Having said that, you will always remember your prom night so go for it! Approximate budgeting costs for prom night:

The dress: $60 - $400 A prom dress is not cheap, especially if you are looking for something of a certain quality. Whilst the dress may be fairly costly, by choosing a dress that you will be able to wear again you will at least making a good investment.

Shoes: $60 - $150 If you do not have the right shoes for your dress, maybe you can save the expense of buying a new pair by borrowing them from a friend or parent who might have the same size feet as you? If not, remember again to try and pick shoes that you will be able to wear again. Make sure that the shoes are comfortable enough for you to wear all night!

Transport: $20 Many people now chose to go to prom night by sharing a limousine, as it is all part of the fun of the evening!

Hair and Makeup: $50 Choose a hairstyle that will make your features stand out for prom night. Get tips and ideas from magazines and websites, so that you don't have to go to the hairdresser's more than once! Also bear in mind whether you will be wearing specific jewelry or a headdress before deciding on what style to chose.

Accessories: $20-$100 See if you can borrow some appropriate jewelry that will go with your prom dress from your mum. Decide which pieces of jewelry you will be wearing for prom night (necklace, earrings..)

Tickets: $20 - $200 You will know how much the tickets for your prom night costs a few weeks or even months before the event. The cost of the ticket will usually include various things such as a DJ, amusements, dinner and sometimes drinks. Make sure that you know what is included so that you can allow for extra expenses on prom night.

Photos: $10 - $50 The cheapest way to remember your prom-night is by slipping a small camera in your handbag or purse and taking your own snaps. A professional photographer will also be present at the evening, and it may be well worth purchasing a few professional photographs of the event or of you in your dress. After all, you have gone to all that trouble to look great, it would be a shame not to have quality photographs to remember it by!

Purchasing the dress: Before going out shopping for a dress, it is a good idea to look through magazines and reviews to get an idea of styles, fashion, and what you like. Once you know what kind of dress you are looking for, shopping will be much easier and you will not have to try on so many dresses! Also ask your friends what they think looks good on you - e.g. sleeveless or patterned styles. Browsing the internet for prom dresses is also a great way to shop as it will save you hours and you will be able to see hundreds of different prom dress styles without moving from your home! If buying your dress from the internet, make sure you are familiar with the internet stores' policies and delivery delay. Remember to allow plenty of time for the dress to arrive and for you to try it on.