Disney Prom movie prepares for its UK cinema release

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The new Disney movie based on all things prom has already proved a big hit in the US and is about to thrill school leavers this side of the Atlantic as it prepares for its release in UK cinemas on June 3rd.

Prom will be released in the UK just as the school prom season starts to take off in Britain with school leavers up and down the country frantically preparing for the ultimate end of year party. To get into the prom spirit, make sure you book your ticket to see this fun loving movie when it hits the UK cinemas this Friday.

The story in Disney’s Prom follows a group of different couples and the trials and tribulations they endure in the run-up to the all-important prom night. From finding the perfect prom dress, to asking that guy or girl to be your date at the prom, to tracking down the best limousine to get you noticed on the night, Disney’s Prom deals with all the prom related dilemmas faced by school leavers across the globe.   

Starring Aimee Teegarden as the principal character of Nova Prescott, and with an uplifting soundtrack provided by US boy band All Star Weekend and Travie McCoy’s cover of the Supergrass hit, Alright, the new Disney movie looks set to become the teen hit of the summer.

If you can’t wait until Prom’s UK release on Friday, check out the trailer now to see what the movie has in store.

Teen banned from prom for posting invite on school wall

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A teenage boy from Connecticut has been banned from attending his school prom after he posted a giant invite on the walls of the school asking a girl to be his date.

James Tate scaled the school wall and attached 12 inch cardboard letters to spell out the message, “Sonali Rodrigues, will you go to the prom with me HMV (hit me up) – Tate.”

Although Sonali was bowled over by the romantic gesture when she arrived at school the next day to see the message, the teachers at Shelton High School saw the act very differently and took action to ban the teen from attending the prom.

The head teacher at the Connecticut High School branded the act a safety risk, and took action to punish the teen for attempting this dangerous act by not allowing him to attend the prom for which he’d just secured a date.

School pupil James Tate roped in a couple of friends to help him post the message on the school wall, with one helping to hold the ladder, while another fixed the double sided tape on the letters, while James attached the message to the wall. The high school student said he was careful to not put himself or his friends in danger while posting the message, saying he even wore a protective helmet in case of any accidents.

Despite his pleas, the high school is standing firm and refusing to let James Tate, and his accomplices, attend the senior prom.

The protests have already started, with a Facebook group calling for the ban to be lifted on James attendance at the prom attracting 5,000 likes.

Teens warned against using sun beds ahead of the school prom season

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Teenage girls are being strongly advised against heading to the sun bed ahead of their school prom because of the links between UV exposure and skin cancer.

Following the Sun beds regulation Act 2010, it’s now illegal from under 18’s to use a sun bed. However some tanning salons have reported receiving request from the mother’s of teenagers who have pleaded to let their sons, and daughters in particular, use the sun bed.

An upcoming school prom is one of the most popular reasons youngsters are turning to sun beds, with many wanting to achieve glowing sun kissed skin for the big night. Others use the sun bed to help alleviate the symptoms of acne before prom night as some believe the UV light helps dry the oil which causes the spots in skin.

Medical experts believe the risk of skin cancer in young people is increased considerably with the use of sun beds with statistics showing that more than 2 under 35 year olds are diagnosed with skin cancer every day.

However some sun bed advisers believe sun bed use is fine in moderation and recommend youngsters get advice on their skin type before using a sun bed.

If you’re preparing for your school prom or school leavers ball, you’d be well advised to hit the fake tan as opposed to the sun bed to ensure you stay safe and look great for prom night.

Glee popularises the school prom in the UK

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It has been claimed this week that hit TV shows such Glee are responsible for popularising the growing trend for school proms, with one hotel chain in the UK reporting a 500% increase in bookings for school proms over the last year alone.

The trend for glitzy end of year school proms events has been growing steadily over the course of the last few years, however with TV programmes such as the US show Glee, and High School the Musical promoting the glamorous world of school proms on TV screens, youngsters in the UK are more determined than ever to have big prom experience.

A survey by the hotel chain, Holiday inn, found that on average each teen attending a school prom will spend £244, while 1 in 10 prom goers will spend £500 and 2% will spend over £1,500.

As well as the all-important prom dress, accessories, and suit hire, parents are also having to fork out for luxury transport to the event, often in the form of a chauffeur driven limo, or in some cases a helicopter. Limo Hire companies are reporting record bookings for prom dates throughout the UK, with some of the most popular prom dates booking out 6 months in advance.

Another expense for prom-goers is the cost of make-up artists and hairdressers with many groups of girls choosing to have costly pamper parties before heading out for their school prom.

Following the results of their recent survey, Holiday Inn has created a prom package to help ease the financial burden for parents of prom kids. For just £18 a head, Holiday Inn are offering a stylish prom party on a budget with venue hire at any of their hotels across the country, a glass of bubbly on arrival, DJ entertainment and also a finger buffet.

Check prom limos are licensed warn councils

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Check your school prom is properly licensed, that’s the warning being issued to school head teachers and parents ahead of the upcoming prom season.

Last year spot checks on limousines and chauffeurs were carried out up and down the country, with a number of unlicensed operators being uncovered. As well as uncovering unlicensed drivers and limos, the on the spot checks also found that some companies were providing onboard alcohol to under 18’s.

Since October 2009, all limos carrying over 8 passengers must carry a special Certificate of Initial Fitness (COIF) licence. So if you’re planning to hire a large hummer vehicle or party buss for example, you’d be well advised to check with your limo hire company to clarify whether or not your prom vehicle carries a COIF licence.

As well as special licenses for limos carrying over 8 passengers, in 2006 it became a legal requirement for all limos used for public hire to carry a licence.

Local councils also issue licences for limo chauffeurs to ensure all drivers have the correct licence to driver a limousine and that they are physically fit. In addition to this, the council will also screen all drivers using the Criminal Records Bureau to check for any previous convictions.

The advice being given to anyone planning to hire a limo for the prom season is to book with a reputable company, and to ask for proof that both the limo and the chauffeur are properly licensed.

Prom dress collection launched by Jessica Simpson in the US

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Singer turned actress Jessica Simpson has unveiled her own signature line in prom dresses in America, just in time for the peak school prom season.

The collection of prom gowns have been designed especially for the popular occasion wear retailer, David’s Bridal. The 30-year-old performer says her collection has been inspired by the designer gowns she’s worn to red carpet events herself.

As well as having a carved out a successful career as a singer and actress, Jessica Simpson has also established a successful business venture with her own clothing and accessories line which is estimated to be worth $1 billion.

So when it comes to fashion, Jessica knows a thing or two. The newly engaged star says her line of prom dresses has been designed to fit and flatter a variety of body shapes helping prom-goers achieve red carpet style for their special prom date.

The dresses from the exclusive prom collection are available in a variety of colours including some vibrant shades such as turquoise and royal blue to ensure the girls stand out from the crowd. The prom gowns are available in a variety of styles including full length ball gowns, to cute short numbers, halter necks and strapless dresses so there’s something to suit every taste. The dresses range in price from $139 – $229.

Party bus reveller has $12k fur coat stolen

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A party bus reveller in the US sate of North Dakota was left devastated after her fun night out in the luxury vehicle turned into a nightmare when her $12,000 fur coat was stolen from the vehicle.

The coat holds special sentimental value as it was given as an engagement present to Lisa Johnson by her fiancé 2 days earlier.

The 29-year-old had an enjoyed a great night out cruising around the Grand Forks area of North Dakota. Lisa and her friends decided to call into a truck stop diner for an early morning breakfast at approximately 2:30am, leaving the expensive fur coat draped over the front seat of the party bus.

Needless to say, when the group returned to the luxury party bus, the full length fur coat which is made of both fox and coyote fur, was missing.

Bride-to-be Lisa said she feels “sick” over the theft for her fur coat because of the great sentimental attachment she has to the item. Desperate to be reunited with the coat, the 29-year-old is offering a $1,000 reward for the safe return of the jacket. She’s also been scouring pawning shops and second hand websites in case the thieves are attempting to sell the item.

The incident highlights the importance of looking after personal items while travelling onboard chauffeur driven vehicles such as party buses or hired limousines. If you’re planning a limo hire or party bus trip in the near future for a school prom or birthday celebration, it’s advisable to not leave items unattended in the vehicle.

Over 400 pupils attend school prom fair in Stafford

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A school prom fair held in Stafford last week was deemed a roaring success after 400 youngsters from across the area turned out for the event which showcased the best prom suppliers in the Staffordshire region.

The school prom fair was held at Wolstanton High School and was organised by pupils mainly from Milehouse Lane School. 30 prefects and school students worked together with a handful of teachers to plan the prom fair event.

Prom suppliers from across Staffordshire and further afield turned out to showcase their services at the event. A Catwalk show featuring the latest prom dresses and formal menswear was one of the main attractions and proved very popular with the teens.

Limo hire for school proms is big business with many operators booking out many months in advance for peak prom dates. A party bus provider attended the prom fair last week to show off the converted bus which offers superb transport for prom goers.

The party bus owner said his vehicle is extremely sought after for school proms as it has a number of fantastic entertainment features including an onboard dance floor, which is perfect for a celebration such as a prom.

For a wide range of chauffeur driven limos for proms and state of the art party buses ideal for prom night transfers, check out Prom in Style, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of prom limo hire.

Closet Extravaganza donates prom dresses to girls in the US

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As any parent of a teen knows all too well, the cost of attending a school prom can be extremely costly, especially for those living on low incomes. One school nurse working in Columbus in the US decided to launch a scheme to donate prom dresses to ensure no pupil was left out of the fun of the school prom.

Known as the Closet Extravaganza, the scheme was launched 6 years and is held every other year. The Extravaganza is growing in popularity year on year with 60 girls receiving prom dresses through the generous donations the first year, and 180 attending the following Closet extravaganza picking their prom outfit from the 400 dresses which had been donated.

As well as offering the all-important prom dress to youngsters in the Columbus area, the Closet Extravaganza also provides accessories such as shoes, jewellery, and handbags to complete the prom look perfectly.

Jean Kamrath, the school nurse at Columbus High School, said she was inspired to launch the scheme due to the high levels of poverty in the area, and she wanted to ensure that no teen was unable to attend their prom because of the expense involved.

This year’s Closet Extravaganza is due to take place early next month, all donations are welcome.

Another important school prom accessory is limo hire, luckily Limo 4 Proms are offering cheap rates across a wide range of chauffeur driven prom limos. Check out Limos 4 Proms now and receive a free quote for your school prom date.

Taylor Swift’s ultimate school prom guest list revealed

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Country pop singer Taylor Swift has revealed the people she’d invite to her ultimate school prom.

With prom season fast approaching, school-leavers up and down the country are turning their thoughts to prom dresses and limo hire for the big event. Although the 21-year-old singer’s school prom may be behind her, that didn’t stop Taylor Swift airing her opinion on the best prom guests during a recent interview.

At the top of the award-winning singer’s list of friends to invite to her ultimate school prom was the newly married Katy Perry as   Taylor says she’s “crazy fun” and will certainly liven up the night.

Joining her on the dance floor at Taylor’s fantasy prom would be Sheryl Crow and also Jennifer Lopez to entertain the other guests with her moves. Pop singer Justin Timberlake and also the ultra cool P Diddy would also make it onto the guest list for Taylor Swift’s school prom as they are both very “nice” according to the pop starlet.

If you’re busy preparing for your school prom, do you agree with Taylor Swift’s line-up of prom guests? Or would you make a few changes?

For those of you whose school prom is fast approaching, now is the time to make the most of the special offers available on chauffeur driven prom cars at Limo Broker. The UK based luxury transport provider is offering discounted rates on school prom limo hire so get in touch today to bag yourself a bargain.