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100 Ideas for $100

Okay girls and guys, we've uncovered 100 chic, sweet, cool, and clever Prom looks that we're certain you're gonna love.  Oh, and did we mention that everything on this page is around $100 or less?  Told ya you'd love 'em! --Angel

Dresses

1.Taffeta Rosette Tube Dress, $89   2.Peak of Perfection Dress, $28   3.Gradiated Tiers Dress, $30   4.B. Darlin Halter Party Dress, $89   5.ASOS Ruffle Organza Tipped Edge Bandeau Dress, $93     6.Sequin Halter Dress, $45   7.ASOS Voile Bubble Hem Dress, $58   8.Jodi Kristopher Belted Party Dress, $79  9.Ruffled Halter Dress, $60  10.Beaded Neck Halter Dress, $36

Ties

1.Brooks Brothers Cloud Sheep Print Bow Tie, $50   2.Chaps Striped Silk Bow Tie, $32   3.Hawke Pink Paisley Printed Tie, $69   4.Orange Small Square Motif Bow Tie, $50   5.Ike Behar Patterned Silk Tie, $53   6.Resilio Riverside Plaid Silk Narrow Tie, $30  7.J. Crew Creston Madras Bow Tie, $50  8.CO-OP Barneys New York Check White Tie, $55  9.Kenneth Cole Diagonal Plaid Tie, $50   10.Green Slim Tie, $16

 

 

Bags

1.Betsey Johnson Fleur-ette Clutch, $88   2.ASOS Feather Clutch Bag, $43  3.Apt. 9 Camelot Floral Clutch, $32   4.GUESS Ashanti Frame Clutch, $80   5.Jewelled Clasp Pleated Silk Clutch, $68  6.Carlo Fellini Silver Clutch, $58   7.Vieta 'Sheila' Clutch, $48   8.Ruffle Front Clutch, $65   9.Black Ribbon Clutch, $23   10.Bow Flap Silk Clutch, $48

Shoes

1.Two Lips 'Tiki' Beaded Metallic Sandal, $70  2.N.Y.L.A. 'Karlie' Pump, $70   3.Martinez Valero 'Bunny' Jewelled T-Strap Sandal, $86  4.Zigi Soho Jewelled Satin Platform Sandal, $60 5.BCBG Paris Angle X Strappy Platform Sandal, $40   6.Chinese Laundry 'Lites Out' Printed Sandal, $45   7.Nina 'Ulexa' Sandal, $89   8.Chinese Laundry 'Lites Out' Sandal, $45   9.Nine West 'Jasmina' Sandal, $70   10.RSVP 'Lola' Pump, $78 

 

Hair Accessories

1.Satin Flower Hair Clip, $9   2.Marc by Marc Jacobs Runway Bow Headband, $68   3.Full Tilt Flower Headband, $6  4.Ivory Beaded Applique Headband, $19  5.ASOS Premium Beaded Feather Netted Fascinator, $31   6.Net and Stone Kirby Grips, $22   7.Spot Print Fabric Bow Kirby, $15   8.Juicy Couture Pansy Barrettes, $45   9.Tasha Oversized Rose Headband, $42   10.Natasha Double Flower Headband, $24

Jewelry

1.GUESS Pearl & Ribbon Statement Necklace, $48 2.Max&Chloe Carolee Pave Pearl Bracelet, $30   3.Pearl Prong Ring, $25   4.Stone Encrusted Flower Ring, $30  5.Tasha Flower Statement Necklace, $58   6.ABS by Allen Schwartz Chain & Crystal Bracelet, $95  7.Max&Chloe 'Yochi' Drop Earrings, $72   8.GUESS Rhinestone Scalloped Earrings, $25  9.Large Raffia Flower Pin, $15   10.Aldo 'Schooley' Brooch, $20

Suit Separates

1.Black Tonic Waistcoat, $80   2.Brown Striped Waistcoat, $80   3.Traveler Suit Separate 3-Button Jacket, $79   4.J. Crew Seersucker Suit Vest, $88   5.5-Button Striped Corded Cotton Suit Vest, $80   6.Apt 9 Cream Linen Suit Separates, $42-108   7.Merona Wool Suit Separates, $35-50   8.Merona Wool Suit Separates, $35-50   9.Merona Wool Suit Separates, $50   10.Merona Wool Suit Separates, $35

Cover Ups

1.Cardigan with Corsage, $35  2.Tiers & Rain Bolero, $37   3.Londom Times Bolero Jacket, $90   4.Ruffle Pleated Coat, $44  5.Satin Shine Ruffle Jacket, $98   6.Striped Trim Cardigan w/ Pin, $25   7.Tall Ballerina Ruffle Shrug, $80      8.ASOS Premium Nude Feather Cape, $68  9.Whirl & Wind Cardigan, $88   10.Colored Pencil Cardigan, $98

 

Accessories

1.Elbow Length Fingerless Gloves, $15   2.French Connection Sequin Bow Belt, $17   3.ASOS Premium Pearl Detail Fingerless Leather Gloves, $43   4.Sixter Rapunzel Scarf, $37   5.Lace Back Sheer Tights, $16   6.Ruffle Couture Scarf, $14   7.Vine and Dine Tights, $9   8.Mesh Knit Scarf w/ Sequins, $19   9.ASOS Chain Detail Lace Cuff, $10   10.Ruffles and Frays Flower Belt, $14 

More Dresses

1.Taffeta Fitted Halter Dress, $79   2.Taffeta Bow Front Bubble Dress, $55  3.Beaded Collar Chiffon Dress, $99      4.Morgan Halter Pleated Prom Dress, $40   5.Jodi Kristopher Halter Dress, $99  6.Silence & Noise Luster Dress, $68      7.Taffeta Rose Front Tube Dress, $65  8.Ryu Color Contrast Dress, $95  9.Rhinestone and Pleated Bust Dress, $40   10.ASOS Ruffle Trapeze Dress, $93

Please note, all items were available at the time of publication.

5 Grooming Ideas for Guys

Okay boys, before you have the car washed, put the tux on, and head out to pick up your date, make sure you follow these so important grooming tips for Prom. -- Angel

1.Treat your dry lips. 
If you're planning to get a good night kiss, it's a wise idea to have soft, kissable lips. A moisturizing lip treatment, such as Kiehl's Lip Balm #1 ($7.50) will eliminate dry, chapped lips.

2.Ditch the baseball cap.
We can guarantee that your date is going to spend a very significant amount of time on her hair, so try to do something with yours. Anthony Logistics for Men Hair Gel ($15) will give your hair control and shine, plus infuse it with vitamins and aloe vera. 

3.Shave.
Your date will likely appreciate dancing cheek to cheek with you more if you've not got the 5 o'clock shadow scratching her skin. Use a moisturizing shave cream, like Lab Series Maximum Comfort Shave Cream ($14-22) to get the closest shave possible.

4.Get squeaky clean...
And smelling fantastic! Save time with a shower gel that takes care of your hair and body. You can't lose with Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Hair and Body Wash ($25).

5.Cover up.
It's a big night and you'll be taking tons of pictures. Conceal dark circles under your eyes, or that pesky pimple with a cover stick made especially for you -- Clinique M Cover ($14.50).

Prints Charming: Printed Ties for Guys

Look like royalty while still expressing yourself in a fun, printed tie. Forget about the usual stripes or swiss dots--we've found 10 so-cool ties and bow ties to complete your Prince Charming look for Prom!  --Angel

1.Thomas Pink Fayence Gingham Bow Tie, $60    2.Brooks Brothers Sailboat Print Bow Tie, $50    3.Mint Liberty Print Bow Tie, $32    4.Jerry Garcia 'South of the Border' Silk Tie, $36    5.CO-OP Barneys New York Hawaiian Floral Tie, $55    6.Liberty of London for Target® Silk Tie, $18   7.Robert Talbott Woven Silk Tie, $135    8.Kirtley Red Teardrop Woven Tie, $49    9.American Necktie Co. Piano Keys Printed Tie, $12   10.Ed Hardy 'Love Kills Slowly' Argyle Tie, $27

$50 or Less: Men's Dress Shoes

Guys, we know renting a tux or buying a sharp new suit can be expensive, so we're going to help you save a little dough.  We searched and searched and found 10 pairs of dress shoes that won't break the bank -- each pair is around $50 or less.  --Angel

 
1.GBX 'Merrick' Loafers, $26   2.Zengara Men's Oxford, $50    3.Asos Formal Deck Shoes, $48   4.Unlisted by Kenneth Cole Upper Case Leather Slip-On, $45    5.Aldo 'Bollard' Shoe, $45   6.NXXT by Nunn Bush 'Seth' Slip-On, $50  7.Steve Madden 'Swiffy' Boots, $49   8.Men's Merona 'Ramiro' Dress Shoes, $32   9.Steve Madden 'Devvin' Boot, $49   10.Bed Stu Deuce Shoe, $28

Grey Areas

Though it's usually associated with fall, grey is undeniably one of the freshest, prettiest colors to wear this season.  Here are some ideas to help you rock the neutral color to Prom. --Angel

Grey Dresses

1.Lanvin Silk-Mousseline Embellished Gown, $10,860   2.Lipsy Gathered Bow Side One Shoulder Dress, $94   3.JS Boutique Bead Neck Jersey Gown, $178   4.Jovani Dark Grey Ombre Gown, $400   5.J. Crew Silk Chiffon 'Taryn' Gown, $395

Grey Accessories

1.Shimmer Sheen Bow Headband, $4   2.Sondra Roberts Rose Box Clutch, $115   3.Nina 'Cooper' Sandal, $94   4.Chiffon Flower Headband, $6   5.Fransesco Biasia Raso Kiss-Lock Evening Clutch, $145

Grey for Guys

1.Burberry Silk Twill Tie, $135   2.Ben Sherman Kings Sharskin Suit, $359   3.UO Corduroy Bow Tie, $15   4.Banana Republic Slim Stretch Poplin Dress Shirt, $59.50   5.Aldo 'Warzybok' Loafer, $80

Celebrity Style Inspiration for Guys

Hey guys, having a hard time figuring out what to wear to Prom?  Renting a tux will be easier and faster if you have an idea of what you want.  Check out some of Hollywood's biggest actors for a little inspiration.  --Angel

Trade in the traditional bowtie for a sleek necktie like Zac Efron.

 

 

 
Bradley Cooper customized his look with a fitted vest.

 

 

 
Jeremy Renner kept it monochromatic with a white shirt and tie.

 

 

 
You can't go wrong with a classic, tailored look like Chris Pine's.

 

 

 
Jake Gyllenhaal accessorized with a pocket square and watch.

Designer Deodorant for Guys

Hey boys, Prom is a special night, so ditch the drugstore deodorant and up your game with a high-end, designer version that'll have you smelling and feeling so fresh and so clean.  Some ideas to inspire you... --Angel

1.Lacoste Challenge Deodorant, $21   2.Aramis Classic 24-Hour Antiperspirant Stick, $16 3.Marc Jacobs Deodorant, $22  4.YSL L'Homme Deodorant Stick, $22   5.Dolce & Gabbana Deodorant Stick, $25  6.Aqua Di Gio Deodorant Stick, $20   7.True Religion Men's Fragrance Deodorant Stick, $15  8.Burberry Touch for Men Deodorant Stick, $25  9.Drakkar Noir Deodorant, $17      10.Polo Black Alcohol-Free Deodorant, $17

Hey Guys, Want To Make Your Prom Style Unique?

A simple tux is perfect for Prom night. What's not to love? But, how do you express your individual style within the confines of that classic silhouette? Have you ever thought about cufflinks?

Stanley Lewis has some great styles...

Patterned socks are another way to create interest—an unexpected expression of coolness. Word on the street is that Sherlock Holmes star Robert Downey, Jr. wore a pair of Stanley Lewis socks with his tux at the Golden Globes.

A subtle flash of style at the wrist and ankle—what could be more Promy. Love it!  -Gigi

White On

There's a reason why starlet Kate Hudson wore white to the Golden Globes, and then again days later at the SAG Awards -- the color is so fresh and modern and evocative of spring!  Here, a few white ideas for Prom... --Angel

1.Sean Collection Chiffon Ball Gown, $348     2.Rare Frill One Shoulder Dress, $77     3.Adrianna Papell Sequined Matte Jersey Dress, $198     4.Antonio Melani 'Riviera' Dress, $249     5.Tulled Gown w/ Gemmed Waistband by Love,Yu, $900     6.Aidan Mattox Long Strapless Gown w/ Paillette Trim, $375     7.Winterlynn Ivory Prom Dress, $160     8.Teri Jon Rosette-Shoulder Silk Chiffon Dress, $360     9.Taffeta Strapless Bubble Dress, $30     10.Aqua Couture Frill Back Dress, $205

Guys, we didn't forget about you.  Check out how you can rock white to Prom too!

1.Stripe Silk Tie from Express, $39.50     2.Polo Ralph Lauren Linen Pocket Square, $75    3.Armani Exchange Studded Leather Belt, $48     4.Formal Pique Pre-Tie Bow Tie, $49.50     5.White Wrap Sunglasses, $24     6.Irish Linen Two-Button Fitzgerald Suit, $598     7.Molly Rodgers Satin Suspenders, $90     8.Dolce & Gabbana Two-Button Tuxedo, $2,530    9.LTD Watch, $94     10.Belfry Monterey Straw Diamond Fedora, $38

Try This: Mixed Prints for Guys

Singer Usher in plaid and polka dots at the 2010 Grammy Awards.

Feel like making your Prom look a little funkier?  Ditch the solid black and white shirt and tie, and try mixing prints and patterns instead. Take a look at what we've put together.  --Angel

1.American Living Pattern Dress Shirt, $17 with Flambeau Floral Tie by Jacob Alexander, $10    

2.Polo Ralph Lauren Minicheck Dress Shirt, $60 with Boston Traveler Tie Gift Set, $20

3.Club Room Dress Shirt, $27 with Asos Stripe Tie, $12

4.Nordstrom Smartcare Traditional Fit Dress Shirt, $65 with Junk De Luxe Checkered Bow Tie, $26

5.Daniel Cremieux Paisley Sport Shirt, $38 with Legale Tie by Principessa, $25