How to Prepare for the Homecoming Dance (for Freshmen)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: When you go dress shopping

   Typically, underclassmen wear short dresses and the upperclassmen wear long gowns, however, this rule changes from school to school so make sure to ask someone homecoming-savvy.
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   Step 2: make sure to find a dress that's as comfortable as is fashionable.

   When picking a dress color, think about things like your personality, eye color, and favorite color.
   
   This helps when there are lots of options.
   
   Also, remember to keep price in mind and be weary of sales! , If they are not comfortable, try to make them comfortable by adding cushion stickers to the parts of your shoes where you might get a blister.
   
   You can buy these stickers at shoe stores. , If you are not used to wearing them, practice by walking around in advance. ,, A store like charming Charlie's or Claire's has many lower priced glamorous jewelry pieces.
   
   There are a lot options for accessories. ,, These are very important items that can be held in a stylish way! , Don't forget to shave your legs and make yourself as clean as possible. ,,,, Make sure there are no harsh makeup lines and that it is all rubbed in. ,, You pick one, either eyes, or lips, to be the dramatic focal point of the face.
   
   If you put dramatic red lipstick with lip liner and blue eyeshadow with sparkles and eyeliner, it might look a bit too much.
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   Step 3: Homecoming is all about the sparkle!

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   Step 4: Try to find a pair of comfortable shoes.

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   Step 5: Many people wear heels to homecoming.

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   Step 6: If you are a naturally tall person and are self conscious about it

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   Step 7: don't be afraid to wear sandals or flats!

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   Step 8: Once you have your dress and shoes picked out

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   Step 9: you can find your accessories.

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    Step 10: Buy bracelets

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    Step 11: earrings

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    Step 12: necklaces and studded hairpins to glam it up.

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    Step 13: Don't forget a clutch or small bag that you can hold to carry emergency money

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    Step 14: and your phone.

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    Step 15: Start the day off by taking a nice shower.

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    Step 16: Depending on your look

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    Step 17: it would be a good idea to shampoo

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    Step 18: condition

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    Step 19: and blow-dry your hair.

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    Step 20: If you want some hair ideas

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    Step 21: try looking up "formal hairstyles" on LifeGuide Hub.

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    Step 22: Wash and moisturize your face (lotion will work too).

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    Step 23: Use a tinted moisturizer or foundation next and apply it to your whole face.

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    Step 24: Apply blush

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    Step 25: bronzer or highlighter if you have it.

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    Step 26: To not look too gaudy

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    Step 27: follow the eyes or lips rule.

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