Rolling out the green carpet on prom night

Being friendly to the environment does not mean you have to be unfriendly to fashion

 

 

By Hala Ashraf
April 25, 2008

     
Going ‘green’ is the nation’s latest trend. It is almost as if you can go green anywhere, whether it be by using a hybrid, buying bio-degradable products, or by taking some simple steps on prom night.

 

That’s right, prom is going green too.

 

It is easy to make a prom eco- friendly; it just takes some research and a little extra time. You are already going to look beautiful, so try and keep the world looking the same.

 

Eco- friendly substitutions
The dress
Go vintage! Borrow a classic dress from one of your relatives.

 

Buy a dress manufactured in the U.S. and made of organic cotton or silk and then donate it so the material is not wasted.

 

The corsage and boutineers

 

Buy locally grown, or organic flowers.

 

The accessories

 

Avoid leather purses and plastic jewelry. Instead of gluing on acrylic nails, opt for a more natural looking French manicure.  Also, try to avoid hair extensions.

 

The ride

 

Limos are acceptable as long as the limo is filled to its capacity.  Carpooling is an easy way to be environmentally and economically conscious. 

 

The food

 

Instead of getting that thick steak (which will weigh you down on the dance floor), go for that fresh, crisp salad instead.

 

Prom
“The Best Days”
Tickets cost $40 and will be sold during all lunches
When: From 9 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Sat. May 17
Where: Reston Hyatt
1800 Presidents Street
Reston Va. 20190
After prom party will 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. at Bowl America