Prom Spot - 5 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Prom Night

Prom Spot - 5 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Prom Night

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What is Project Green Prom?

Project Green Prom, sponsored by Whole Foods Market, and Teens Turning Green is a challenge to engage high school students across the country to “green” their high school proms (and their own prom preparation.) By making thoughtful decisions and informed purchases for prom season, we strive to engage teens in an all-encompassing eco-lifestyle. Teens Turning Green chose to focus on Prom as there are many changes that can be easily made to approach this traditional right of passage from a more sustainable perspective. Beginning with greener alternatives in hair, make up, skin and body care products and extending to include prom attire and accessories, décor,transportation, flowers …. our goal is to to inspire teens across the country to action that will sustain our health and that of our planet.

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It's easy being green

You no longer have to sacrifice style to do right by the planet. Eco-fashion has made great strides, and green no longer means granola with all of the new sustainable clothing options.

Did you know that the average prom dress is made with synthetic fibers that use incredibly toxic dyes and processing? Now, there is a better way. Choose a dress that is made of sustainable materials – think pesticide-free fibers, rapidly renewing raw materials, truly natural dyes, and chemical free production. Not only will you look fantastic, but you can feel good about what you are wearing too! That is what we call brains and beauty. Hear what some of the chicest eco-trendsetters are saying and check out our green guide for a list of resources too. We know you’ll find that perfect dress that proves green is worthy of the tiara.

Find this one at above, left from SHOPDRESS.com

Today, the spotlight is on sustainability. What better time to make the move to eco-friendly fashion. Eco-designers today consider everything from environmental impact to social responsibility in creating a line: humane factory working conditions, fair treatment of employees, sustainable and planet- friendly sourcing and processing, waste minimization, recycling and philanthropy.

With so many eco fabrics to choose from, we wonder why everyone doesn’t go green in an instant. On the hot list right now are organic cotton, bamboo, tencel (lyocell), organic soy, organic silk, and modal. All have a feel, style and performance which rival their icky-sweaty-un-biodegradable polyester counterparts.

If cotton is your fabric of choice, make sure it’s organic. Conventional cotton fiber harvesting and manufacturing is full of toxic pesticides and chemicals which harm the planet, soil, groundwater, factory workers and ultimately you, when they get near your skin. (Did you know that 60% of what we put on our bodies is absorbed by the skin? And that cotton crops for clothing manufacture represent 25% of the world’s annual pesticide use? Eww!) So think smart when thinking about style. Because sustainability is stylish and here to stay.

ECO FASHION DICTIONARY

(excerpted from shopenvi.com)
WHAT DEFINES ECO FASHION?

Eco-fashion is all about choosing clothing manufactured in an environmentally sound way—whether it’s through sustainable materials or biofriendly production— without sacrificing our ideals of style, comfort, and aesthetics. We give you the oppportunity to feel good and look good: fashion-conscious clothing for an eco-conscious lifestyle.

LOCALLY SOURCED

Sometimes local is just as good, if not better, than organic. Our local products support independent artists and use less fuel to get to our store.

FAIRLY TRADED

Fair trade means providing a living wage to artisans and producers in developing countries for their work and/or their products.

ORGANIC

Just like organic food, organic fabrics are grown without the use of harmful chemicals or pesticides. Better for the earth, better for you.

RECYCLED

What could be more eco-friendly that taking old things and making them new? Very cool.

SUSTAINABLE

Sustainable products are made from renewable resources or are better for the earth in some way.

ECO CONSCIOUS PRODUCTION

The processes used to make these products are eco-friendly. Think wind-powered factories and recycled waste-water.

ECO CONSCIOUS COMPANY

These companies have eco-minded missions. Some are striving to incorporate more eco-materials, others donate percentages of profits to eco-relates causes.


FABRICS

COTTON

Did you know that conventional cotton is actually grown with a ton of pesticides that contaminate and damage our air, soil, and water? It’s the tragic, not-so-apparent truth. Organic cotton, on the other hand, avoids use of toxic chemicals, replenishes and maintains soil fertility, and builds biologically diverse agriculture. Sound better?

BAMBOO

Bamboo is an unbelievably renewable and sustainable resource. The same grassy plants that are a panda’s favorite snack can be easily farmed for textile purposes. Great for layering, bamboo’s breathable, porous, naturally antibacterial fibers keep you cool. And dare we say, cute?

TENCEL

Tencel is an environmentally sustainable version of rayon that’s fully biodegradable. The fluid fabric drapes to flatter your natural curves, with a luxurious feel and rich colors. Due to its ability to dry quickly, Tencel not only feels fresh on your skin but also helps save energy in the long term.

SOY

Soy fabric is a new and exciting eco-friendly fabric made from a by-product of soybean oil production. It is a sustainable textile fiber made from renewable and biodegradable resources. It is part of an effort to move consumers away from petrochemical textile products and turn waste into useful products.

ORGANIC SILK

Organically produced silk is produced naturally using organic compost, resins and berries. The sericin (a natural protein bi-product) is removed by boiling the thread in lye, the main ingredient of traditional hand-made Indian soap. They make their own lye by running water through ashes collected from outdoor cooking and dying fires. The whole process supports small groups of women in India and China. IMO Control (Institute for Marketology) is a Swiss based group specialising in organic certification, who are the only people to have a silk producer certified in China.

MODAL

Modal, a type of viscose, is bio-based fiber created from natural cellulose. Supersoft, smooth, and shape-retentive, clothing made from modal has lustrous drape and fantastic breathability. it’s as sexy as silk with the comfort of cotton. And while modal naturally resists shrinking, fading, and pilling, we deem it irresistible.

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Emphasizing beauty, style, and cultural appreciation, the Galaxy International Pageant® is a personal development opportunity for women of all nations. The delegates who become part of the Galaxy International Pageant® gain confidence and poise in an increasingly competitive world. The pageant affords each delegate the opportunity to grow and advance her personal and career goals while acting as a role model in her community.

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Hayley Mac won the title of Miss Galaxy UK 2009 and Miss Galaxy International 2009/10. Our sponsor, Promgirl.net sponsored both Miss Galaxy UK and Miss Teen Galaxy UK in 2009.

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Speaking of outrageous

Winners of 2009 Duck Tape® brand duct tape Stuck at Prom® Scholarship Contest Announced-

Art and nature seem to easily go hand-in-hand. With so many wonderful colors and environments all around, it’s easy to take inspiration from the natural wonders of the world.

That’s exactly what the winner’s of the Duck Tape® brand Stuck at Prom® Scholarship Contest did when they designed their duct tape prom outfits resembling the beautiful & graceful peacock.

Izzy Bristow, 18, Golden, Colo., and John Dyer, 18, Evergreen, Colo., were named the winners of the ninth annual Duck Tape brand duct tape Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest, and each received a $3,000 scholarship. Lakewood High School, Lakewood, Colo., was also awarded $3,000 for hosting the prom.

The duo, dressed from head to toe in duct tape, outdid more than 215 couples from 40 states and four Canadian provinces. The peacock outfit was created using blue, green, purple, Island Lime™ Green and electric blue, Duck Tape brand duct tape’s newest addition to its pallet of more than 20 colors. The couple also used copper leafing and baling wire to achieve the look of their outfits.

Second place brother and sister duo, Maris and Zane Blanchard, Bixby, Okla., each received a $2,000 scholarship and $2,000 for their high school, Bixby High School.

Third place couple Jordan Fauser and Matthew Caughman of Houston, Texas, each won a $1,000 scholarship and $1,000 for their high school, Jersey Village High School.

A panel of judges narrowed the contestants down to 10 finalist couples. Entries were judged on a number of criteria, including workmanship, originality, use of colors, accessories and quantity of duct tape used. The public then voted for their favorite ensembles during a two-week online voting period.

More than 46,000 votes were submitted for all finalists, determining Izzy and John as the winning couple.

View all of the entries in the 2009 Duck Tape brand duct tape Stuck at Prom Contest.

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Choosing your fragrance for your Personality/Lifestyle
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Where can I find a cheap prom dress?

Don't blame me if you wait until its too late to save big on your next prom dress! The sales are going on NOW, so you must act NOW.

You don't have to be rich to afford a fabulous prom dress anymore! That's because a lot of shops are having pre-prom season sales and you are invited to purchase a prom dress for up to 70% off the original price.

But these great deals won't last long....!

Dress-Queen comes to mind, because they have over 400 dresses, under $99.00.

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That doesn't take into account the dresses they have in their clearance section...some as low as $49.00 !!!

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How SADD : Planning a great all-nighter

The two most frightening times of the school year for principals and staff are prom and graduation.

In an effort to provide a tragedy-free prom and graduation season, schools, parents and communities across the country are joining forces to provide alcohol- and drug-free "All Night Parties" for their students as a safe alternative to the usual drinking and driving from party to party that takes place. SADD put together the following advice for pulling a safe 'All Nighter'.(SADD stands for Students Against Destructive Decisions) And don't we all just want to have a fun positive prom?

Many students feel that after prom and graduation their celebrations must include alcohol, that drinking is a rite of passage. Some parents even condone these celebrations, rationalizing that since young people are "going to drink anyway," why not provide them a place, take their keys and let them party?

Young people attend parties throughout the year, but peer pressure is highest on these two occasions, when energy and excitement run high and students feel invincible.

The "All Nighter" is a chance to give our young people a wonderful memory, keep them alive, build a tradition and provide them a stress-free alternative. They don't have to make a decision to drink or not to drink: there is no choice -- and no chance to lose face. And everyone has a party to attend and celebrate together. No one is left out.

In the case of a senior prom or graduation celebration, it will be the last time seniors will be together as a class. Parents will know where their students are, what they are doing and that they are safe while having the time of their lives.

And parents can actually go to bed and get a good night's sleep. If your school and community already hosts an all night prom or graduation party, congratulations!

If not, it's never too late to start. Now is the time to start planning!

Develop a Theme
Tie all of your decorations and activities into your theme. Make sure you have activities planned for every minute. Just when you think everyone is tired and/or getting bored, get everyone moving again with a limbo contest or a game of giant Twister.

Make it Special
Remember that you are competing with what some kids consider a night of drinking without a chaperone. To convince teens to come, you have to offer activities that they won't find elsewhere.

Plan the Event
Check out different locations to hold your event. Try a local health club where you can use the pool, tennis courts and other facilities. You can also lavishly decorate your school to match your theme. Plan the event well in advance -- planning and preparation take time.

Plan Something for Everyone
Plan a large range of activities so that there will be something for everyone -- for example, sports activities, karaoke, group games such as a limbo contest, Twister, board games, movies, etc.

Share Your Concerns
Make the evening fun and exciting but don't forget to mention why an alcohol and drug-free party is important.

Plan a Parents' Night
Invite the parents to come in before the event. Explain the reasons for having an all-night alcohol-and drug-free party and discuss the facts and dangers of alcohol, ecstasy and other drugs. Consider inviting your police chief and a local lawyer to explain the laws and liability surrounding underage drinking.

Involve the Community
This event provides an opportunity to build strong community support and raise everyone's awareness concerning high risk issues for young people. You can invite your community to partner in this project by donating time, food, money, space, or whatever else you need.

Create a Strong Conclusion
Plan a special event for the end of the evening that everyone can enjoy and remember. A great idea for this is a slide show of photos from the past to the present or a "senior video." Students, faculty, and parents can work together on this event.

Remember to Say Thank You
Make it a point to say thank you to everyone who helped to make the evening a success. A thank you breakfast or coffee afterward is nice. A thank you ad in your local newspaper is also a good way to show your appreciation.

One of the most important aspects of having a successful "All-Nighter" (besides the food) is the activity. You need to have lots of different activities. While "Shop 'Til You Drop" is apropos of spending the day at the mall, "Play 'Til You Plop" is the name of the game at the All-Night Bash.

An All-Night Bash can be as successful in your own high school as in a health club or other facility if you make the decorations outrageous and the activities fun and exciting. Tie the activities into your theme: for instance, if your theme is a jungle theme, instead of just bowling, call it coconut bowling.

Plan activities for the entire evening. If there is a lag time between activities,
some students may get bored.

Try some of these zany ideas for adding fun and silliness to your "All-Nighter."
• Pin the Tail on the Elephant -- or whatever fits your theme. It could be a star on the Empire State Building.

• Tattoo Parlor -- Invite someone from your community or local art school to paint small, temporary tattoos on students using washable body paints, or purchase commercially available.

• Find the Jelly Bean -- Place two jelly beans inside a pie tin and cover them with at least two inches of whipped cream. Prepare one pie tin for each contestant. Place goggles on each contestant. At the whistle, each student tries to find the jelly beans without using his/her hands. Allow two cans of whipped cream per pie tin. Do not dispense the whipped cream until immediately before the event or it will melt.

• Instant Photos -- These photos on key chains or just as candid shots are great souvenirs. Large cardboard or foam-core cutouts, theme props or "stick your head through the hole" props are lots of fun. If your theme is Egyptian, how about a large pyramid or a giant mummy as a backdrop for pictures?

• Graffiti Wall - Cover a large area with paper (a large window shade also works well). Students can write or draw messages with markers. It can be given to the class to be brought out for class reunions.

• Name the Legs Contest - Blow up pictures of students' legs from different activities or take pictures to post on a board. Have the students guess whose legs they are. You could givethem a list for them to work from (you could also use movie stars' legs).

• Game Show - Use your imagination in adapting a current TV show for students to play, e.g. "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire," "Survivor," or "Hollywood Squares." Make sure you find a dynamic emcee (volunteer) to host this activity. With the right volunteer, it can be a smash hit.

• Teacher Bingo Contest - Ask nine or twelve teachers or administrators if you can use their baby pictures for this activity. Post the photos on a board. Give students a list of names to match up with the pictures. This is a fun activity and the students love to see their teachers and administrators as their former selves. Don't forget to post the correct names with the correct pictures at the end of the contest so everyone can see who's whom.

• Senior Slide Show - Have some members of the class prepare a slide show of your class year or years together by taking slides of old photos and yearbook photos and school activities.Invite seniors and parents to bring in favorite old photos from students' younger days, dance recitals, and old team or class pictures. Halloween photos are great and they bring back wonderful memories. Try to make sure that every senior is included in the slide show. A tape of music coordinated with the pictures will make the show complete. Make the slide show the grand finale -- it can be a real tear-jerker! The slide show can also be put on a video and even on a CD that the class or after prom committee can sell.

• Frisbee Throw - Hang an inflatable pool tube or hula hoop from the ceiling and have students try to throw a Frisbee through it at a target or just through the hoop. Give three chances, and don't forget to award prizes.

• Nail Art - Ask local nail artists to donate some time at your event to paint designs and fun colors on nails -- moons, stars, graduation caps, roses, hearts and rainbows are just a few ideas.

• Caricatures and Silhouettes - Invite talented community members or art students to attend and do caricatures or silhouettes of the partygoers.

• Prophecy/Predictions -- This is a variation of the time capsule. Students fill out a prediction of what they will be in ten years -- discovered by Hollywood, rock star, married, doctor, lawyer,etc. These are great fun when read at the tenth year reunion.

Make sure you find a safe place for these and any other items, such as the slide show, that are going to be used at a later time.

• Lucky Monkey Search - Make lots of identical monkeys (or whatever fits your theme) and one that is different. Hang them all up and have the students search for the "lucky/ different" one. The winner receives a prize.

These are just a few of the activities that you can plan for your alcohol- and drug-free party. There are many more that you can create. Don't forget entertainment -- a DJ, karaoke, a hypnotist, or a comedian can also be fun.

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