High school prom has turned into a red carpet event costing most families upwards of $600 for an evening of glamour, but experts say there are budget-friendly options for an equally beautiful night of fun.

Sarah Wilhelmi, South High graduate, shared some of her tips for money-saving prom looks.

The outfit

Rent it instead of buying: The easiest way to save money on a dress is to look at rental sites, where formal gowns start at $50, Sarah said. Often, these sites, such as Rent the Runway, will also offer options to rent jewelry.

Go for less fabric: Black, midi-length, minimalistic dresses are in right now — many of which are less costly than more complicated, tiered dresses, Sarah said. Less fabric, less expensive, she said.

Accessories

Do earrings. Don’t do the rest: This year, it’s all about the ears, Sarah said. So, go for the ear bling but forget the choker, rings and bracelets — they aren’t on trend anymore anyway.

Shoes: Wear what you have, because chances are those heels will be coming off within the hour.