Homecoming proposals – every girl is waiting for one and every guy is…not.  This year, I personally have not seen many proposals (get with the program, guys!)  But since homecoming has just reached its end, I’ll share some ideas that hopefully you’ll consider for next year:

• Food.  Bake them a cake, order a pizza (will you PIZZA be my date to Hoco?), or anything food related. Girls are suckers for that.
• If you’re going to ask them with food or pets, make sure they aren’t allergic to them first.  You’re asking them to homecoming, not trying to kill them.
• Make the proposal corny and related to their interests.
• Every girl loves to be asked, but it’s not necessary to be extravagant; no need to be flashy!
• Don’t be repetitive, you only need to ask once.
• Don’t make them feel like a second choice; if a girl feels like she’s second choice, she won’t let you be her first.
• This probably goes without saying, but don’t embarrass them with an over-the-top proposal, especially if you’re not dating.  Consider their personality – if they’re shy or self-conscious, they won’t want everyone staring at them.

Unfortunately, due to gender norms, the guy might not be too comfortable with a big show. To the girls who are daring enough to ask a guy, don’t go all out and embarrass them either.  You know everyone will be talking about it later!  In general, don’t be afraid to ask a guy to homecoming. FEMINISM!! Remember!  If he says no, it’s not the end of the world. If he doesn’t appreciate you asking him, then clearly he isn’t the right guy for you.

To the boyfriends who will be asking their girl, please avoid the simple, “We’re going to homecoming, right?”  Even if you don’t want to go all out asking her, I guarantee she’d appreciate you proposing.  You know what she likes, so consider her personality!

So when homecoming season rolls around, be sure to plan ahead!