As far as events in your high school life go, prom is one of the most exciting–and one that comes with a ton of decisions to make. That includes prom themes if you’re a member of the 2020 planning committee. Yep, aside from the perfect dress, hair, makeup, promposal, and more, you’re also charged with deciding on a vibe for the big night that will get everyone excited–and potentially even influence their outfit choices! The pressure is on, so to help, we’ve collected a slew of inspiring ideas for prom themes in 2020!
Space themes and NASA-inspired fashion has been trending hard–so bring it to prom! Lots of silver, stars, moons, and planet motifs, and maybe even a rocket ship or astronaut here and there will help transport promgoers to an event that’s, well, out of this world.
OK, Hollywood is a popular theme but you can do a chic, glam, non-cliche version by picking a limited color palette and focusing on awards-show vibes. I.e., red florals, gold statuettes, and simple candles on each table and you’re ready for the red carpet.
Make the evening totally enchanted. How? Lots of hanging greenery, vines, florals, and string lights. Bonus: This prom theme gives you an extra excuse to go for a dreamy embroidered floral or jacquard dress!
Treat your guests to an aquatic experience! Create an entire underwater world with blue lighting, clear “bubble” balloons, and even some DIY jellyfish using lanterns, umbrellas, or salad bowls and ribbon!
Before you know it, you’ll all be out in the world doing all kinds of adulting. Take it back to a simpler time with a vintage-inspired carnival prom theme. The secret to this vibe? Colorful garlands, balloons, and of course, cotton candy and popcorn!
The key to this dramatic and sultry Parisian prom theme? Red, red, and lots of red. Include feathers, drapery, and at least one windmill for the entrance and/or photo booth backdrop. For extra emphasis, pick a bustier bodice prom dress (which just happens to be a major 2020 trend)!
Not many themes can get a party started quite like Mardi Gras! Cover your venue with feathers, beads, sequins, masks, and more in a palette of green, yellow, and purple and you’ve got a prom no one will forget!
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