What do you do with a prom garter?
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There is nothing that say it is customary to give your garter to your date. Some may mimic the wedding tradition by bring the garter in play but I swear it is not  what is usually done.  Unless it is something young folks just came up with and if it is than there is no reason why there would be a hard tradition about it.  But as far as how you get it off -you would just slide it down your leg.  If I was you I save it for the memories for yourself or keep as a practical thing and for reuse. If you decide other wise, find a creative way after wards to give him the garter-like make something out of it that you think he would keep around I' ve meet a lot of guy the only ones I imagine are hold on to  a woman's' garter are the ones trying to keep their bachelor party a memory as a matter a fact if you are only getting the garter to give to him-opt for a tasteful suit pin instead
426624
be front about it, and get the ball rolling. if its to hard, try it over the phone instead of in person. or be romantic about it. my current boyfriend started things up with me by asking me to prom. in each class that i went to during the course of the day, he left an envelope with some cut up pieces of paper. at the end of the day, i put the pieces of paper together, and it turns out it was a puzzle, which read "will you go to prom with me?" and on the envelope it said to meet him at a certain time, so i did, with my own envelope with a puzzled 'yes' in it. it was really sweet. of course, in your situation, mold it so that the envelopes follow her daily schedule. she CANT say no to that...
1123159
Wear it for the actual wedding ceremony. \n\nBring along a change of clothes for the reception. \n\nThat way you both get your way!
1125322
go to www.promgirl.com!!!
345737
First of all, be yourself. Be casual, like you have 10 other girls to ask to the prom. Compliment her on something she's wearing that day, maybe an accessory or her hair, and tell her if it's in any way similar to what she'll wear to the prom. Then say, "I'd love to be the first one to see it on prom night. Can I be your date?"
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A Brief History of the Wedding Garter. \n\nTossing the wedding garter is an old tradition.  It is said that in the days of old the bride and groom had to consummate their marriage.  But in order for it to be proven it was common tradition to have people like family and friends come into the room with the couple to witness it.  The "witnesses" would obtain the garter as "proof" of the consummation.   Also having any article of the under garments was considered to be good luck so sometimes things would get out of hand in the newly wed's bedroom as crazed onlookers snatched at clothing to get for good luck.  This was not appreciated much by the bride nor many grooms, hence the groom started tossing the garter out so that no one would need to obtain it themselves.\n\nBecause of modesty, this tradition has been modified and moved from the bedroom to the reception.   Now today we have the traditional garter toss, which is meant to bring good luck to the man who catches it.  He is said to be the next one to marry.  In some cultures the men stand and wait for the garter to be tossed.  Other cultures they actually compete for it.  The men may compete for the garter in a foot race or by horse (this is a medieval practice).  At least it is better than having the men chase the bride and put her upside down to get the garter off... This is what used to happen!  , in yet other places, they even auction the garter off.  As strange as these twists on the wedding garter tradition may sound they are all just traditions.  Take' em or leave' em.
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When a wedding party isn't planning on opening the gifts while at the reception, many just put a bow on their gifts to show off what they gave. As to a bridal shower, I would imagine it is following the lines of "gift basket" displays. They generally have just a card and bow. Personally, my family tends not to wrap because it is a waste of money (which could be used to get a better gift) or we wrap with cloth like they did (and do) in Japan. Silk scarves travel back and forth along with the ribbons. Once worn out, they are discarded or sent to a resale shop. Starting this tradition is environmentally friendly so try it with your family!
439608
Go online and buy her a garterbelt and some nice imported stockings. She will probably love them, most girls do once they try them. I wear mine all the time.
360110
Walk up to someone who doesn't have a date and say something like, "Hey, wanna go to prom?" Just a crazy wild thought that just ran through my head. It's crazy enough it just might work!
807551
Do a $1 grab bag....everyone brings something from the dollar store, wraps it, and puts it in a grab bag.  During the night, you get to pick one out if you brought one in. \n\nChristmas Karaoke\n\nAsk your mom to go to orientaltrading.com for CHEAP party decor and favors...I mean CHEAP!  And CUTE!
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If there is a post prom at your school I would recommend going. I went in high school and had a blast and won money also. If your school does not have a post prom maybe have a party at your house with a couple of friends or plan a romantic candlelight dinner for just you and your boyfriend. Curl up on the couch and watch movies.
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If you've already said yes to the first guy, you should be a classy lady and go with him to the prom.  If you explain the situation to the second guy, he should understand if he's a good guy.
113170
If I were in you shoes I would also sell it on ebay. If you really think about it, other people can use it and who knows you may make a little more then you paid and come out a head. \nI am so sorry that your wedding plans are off. god bless and best of luck to you
337773
Go to the party and have a great time. \n\nThey sell cute bathing suits that look like a tank top and skirt maybe this would make you feel better being covered a little more.
361284
You wear it up around your thigh, and then your boy friend gets it and puts it around his rear-view mirror.  Back in my day at least, it was a "trophy" for the guy to say he'd "gotten some" from you.  \n\nBe safe, use condoms and DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE
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Not really, I'm a girl and I think I had one before my boyfriend converted me to stockings and a garter belt.  I still wear them to bed sometimes when I am alone, and under shorts and jeans when he isn't around.
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Most consignment shops would take an old prom dress...I don't think you would have much luck making money off it anywhere else (unless you tried to sell it on e-bay).  But if you were willing to, you could try to donate it...I'm sure a high-school girl with very little money might appreciate a free dress.