One girl wisely bought her dress in January. For the sake of the planet and common sense, forget about the limo. One mother who refuses to pay for a limousine has kindly volunteered to drive her daughter's friends to their dinner dance. Buy the lower-priced photograph packages and scan photographs for friends. Schools can help students lower the price of their grad by fundraising throughout the year.
Some schools raffle off dresses and tuxedo rentals.
Think about the long-term, not just graduation day. Remember, every time you wear an outfit the actual cost goes down. Before buying an outfit, ask yourself if you will ever wear it again - if the answer is no, don't buy it. Phone up friends and relatives and ask to borrow jewelry, shoes and even an outfit. Split the cost of transportation with others.