The homecoming is the annual tradition, popular in both the US and Canada, of welcoming back former students
and alumni to high schools, colleges and universities.
The traditions include a parade, the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen ( with the obligatory wearing of sashes) at the homecoming
dance and, of course, a football game .
There are also less traditional fun and games as part of the weeks event , more recently the womanless beauty pageant has seen an increase in
popularity,
Many people arrive and enjoy the socializing and exciting atmosphere of so many people joining together.
In schools, there is often " Spirit Week ", where students can enjoy dressing according to a particular theme.
Since hip hop artist Kanye West released the Graduation album in September 2007, " Homecoming ", (for
words & lyrics, check MetroLyrics.com ) has been a popular track and is likely to make the event of homecoming even more
popular.
The "homecoming" game and the surrounding celebrations are set to be an important part of the calendar for many educational
establishments.
Updos & Hairstyles
Whether you opt to wear an evening style or cocktail length dress - you'll want to create a hairstyle to match.
Here's a few styles which might be appropriate:-
Pretty hairstyle for long hair
Simple updo with straightened hair pinned up
Simple hair-up style
Half up-do style
Simply swept up with beautiful accessorising
Beautiful curls looking elegant
You can choose some slightly less formal hair styles than you might for prom - just make sure they're robust enough to withstand a night of
dancing !
If you're wearing your hair down, make sure that it'll stay in place for the evening.
Find more tips on creating the right look with homecoming updos .
Choosing the Perfect Homecoming Dress
It's considered OK at most venues to wear short dresses, but check what the protocol is in your own university, college or high
school.
Whatever length you opt for - there's a huge choice of long or short homecoming dresses to buy online and in
store.
The History of Homecoming
There is dispute as to which University held the first homecomings, but in the early 1900's the tradition of these annual events was
started and has spread to educational establishments and towns across America.
Initially started as an opportunity for alumni to return to campus for a reunion with fellow students, it grew into an all-week event, centred
around the football game and a more formal evening of celebration and dance.
The homecoming parade has grown to be a lavish affair with dozens of floats parading in a fun event for everyone to enjoy. Celebrations
are often extended with tents providing opportunity for returning students and alumni to gather to socialise, eat and enjoy reminiscing.
Find out more
Here's a few videos from the wonderful YouTube to help you get in the spirit of things:-
The Homecoming Game
Homecoming Dress
Preparing to Dance in their Dresses
Womanless Beauty Pageant
I love these videos - they all capture something of the fun and excitement that homecomings are about.