Homecoming is a traditional event celebrated in many high schools. It is a time of year when students come together to celebrate school spirit and welcome back alumni. One of the most exciting parts of homecoming is the dance, where students get to dress up, dance with their friends, and maybe even ask someone special to be their date. Today we’re sharing trending HOCO proposal ideas to get your thinking about your big ask.
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Asking someone to the homecoming dance is an important step for many students. It can be nerve-wracking to approach someone you like, but there are many creative ways to make the invitation special. Some students choose to use signs or posters to ask their date to the dance, while others prefer more elaborate methods, such as flash mobs or choreographed dances. Whether you choose a grand gesture or a more low-key approach, the most important thing is to be confident and respectful when asking someone to the dance.
In recent years, there has been a trend of elaborate and creative homecoming proposals, often shared on social media. Some popular themes include romantic movie scenes, sports-related proposals, and even food-themed invitations.
However, it is important to remember that the most important part of the homecoming dance is not the proposal, but the memories you will create with your friends and classmates. So whether you choose a simple or elaborate invitation, make sure to have fun and enjoy the festivities of homecoming.
Related: 20 Questions to Ask Your Middle School Student
How to Choose a Theme for a HOCO Proposal?
As a mother of a sophom*ore girl who plays basketball, I happened to overhear a conversation between my daughter’s friend and her about an interesting topic. They were discussing how they would not appreciate a sports-related proposal from their dates.
Choosing a homecoming proposal theme can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. The most important thing to consider when selecting a theme is the personality and interests of the person you are asking.
My advice: don’t go for the low-hanging fruit. Find a proposal theme that would really wow your date. Ask their friends what this person is into. Music, movies, travel, television shows, books, Disney, food, or candy.
Taylor Swift Themed HOCO Proposal Signs
If your date is a fan of Taylor Swift, you’re in luck!
There are plenty of HOCO ideas that incorporate her music and style. One fun idea is to base your outfits on the different eras of Taylor’s music, like her country phase or her more recent pop sound. No matter what Taylor Swift-themed ideas you choose, your HOCO is sure to be a hit!
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- “Enchanted to Meet You….at Homecoming”
- Taylor Swift’s “Reputation” proposal
- From the debut album… this one is really cute!
- 1989 Taylor’s version of “Wildest Dreams”
Other Pop Music Themed HOCO Signs
- One Direction themed sign for Homecoming
- Harry Styles “Sunflower” themed HOCO proposal
- “So Lonely” Harry Styles promposal
- Zach Bryan’s “Something in the Orange” proposal
Movie Themed HOCO Proposal Signs
Using movie themes is a popular choice for many students. For example, one idea could be to recreate a scene from a favorite movie and add a HOCO twist to it. Another idea could be to create a movie trailer with the prom as the main event. Some students even go as far as to create custom movie posters or tickets for their asking. The possibilities are endless when it comes to using movie themes for a homecoming proposal, and it’s a fun way to show off your creativity and love for cinema.
- Spiderman Proposal
- Up movie themed homecoming proposal with balloons
- Classic Disney movie themed poster
- Frozen HOCO proposal sign
Other Cute Homecoming Proposal Ideas
- “CROC My World at HOCO”
- “When Pigs Fly” homecoming dance proposal sign with mylar pig balloons
- “I Donut Want to Go with Anyone Else… HOCO?”
- Teddy bear themed homecoming ask “I couldn’t bear to go without you…will you go to HOCO with me?
- “Starlight, Starbright…I Wish You Might Be My Date on Homecoming Night”
- “I Finally got the BALLS to ask you to Homecoming!”
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