PROM DATES: WAYS TO HAVE A BLAST ON YOUR OWN

Prom date fell through? Broke up with your boyfriend? Just too darn fabulous to share the spotlight? It's all good. If you're going stag on the big night, get ready to have some fun. Here are our sure-fire suggestions for kicking up your heels and having a blast solo.

Shake Your Groove Thing Who says you need a partner to have a good time on the dance floor? Not us, nor the thousands of girls who've had to sit out their favorite songs just because their dates weren't in the mood -- that's for sure. This is your chance to get the biggest bang for your prom ticket buck. Grab your friends and start a riot under the disco ball whenever the music moves you.

Smile for the Camera Believe it or not, prom photos make even better keepsakes when there's no date in the picture. You and your pals have spent hours primping -- your dresses are stunning and your tresses look great. Make sure this picture-perfect moment goes down in posterity by getting some group photos for your album.

Flirt With the Band The best thing about prom entertainers is that they're open to suggestion. Since you don't have a date to worry about, you can check out the sexy lead singer or DJ to your heart's content, make small talk, and -- best of all -- ensure that all your requests are on the play list.

Judge for Yourself Dance contests are well and good, but why stop there? Make like Joan Rivers and start your own "Best Dressed" list. Come up with categories like "Best Dress," "Best Style," and "Best Evening Bag." While you're at it, make a "Most Eligible Singles" list. When you're done counting the votes, chat the guys up, and see what develops. Who knows? Maybe they've been dying to talk to you all along.