Where Can You Buy a Designer Prom Dress Online

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No matter where you buy a designer prom dress you should allow plenty of time; leaving it late runs the risk of not having enough time to make any alterations needed, buy those all important accessories or, at worst, not receiving the dress in time for Prom.

Boutique

This is a popular choice for many. The owners and people who work in these specialist stores are usually very knowledgeable about the gowns they stock and will be able to offer advice on what dress will best complement your figure. They won't have every dress in a designer's collection in the shop; there simply isn't room but you'll get a feel for the general style and quality of the designer's garments. Many boutiques have their own website (more about online shopping later) and it's usually a good idea to take a look at this before you go along to the store. The main advantages of buying from a boutique are that the dress may already be in the shop so you can try it out before buying. Also, most boutiques will carry accessories that you can try on as well. The sales people are very knowledgeable. Any alterations can be done straight away.

Department Store

Time was, when buying a prom gown from a department store meant buying a cheap gown. But, things are changing. Prom is big business and many department stores know that the average teenage girl is pretty savvy to what's out there. These stores are now producing good quality prom dresses off the peg. The main advantage with buying from a department store is price; you can get beautiful gowns at very reasonable prices. The also will have many accessories so you can buy everything together.

Catalog

Buying this way is not as popular as it once was. Many design labels simply won't allow their collections to be sold this way, so you end up with 'no brand' garments that aren't always as cheap as buying one from a department store.

Online

Buying designer prom dresses online is becoming more and more popular. The main reasons why it's so popular are choice and convenience. The choice is vast with every style and size of gown on offer. It's convenient because one can quickly find what's in fashion for this season and then buy it. As stated, most boutiques and authorized retailers have a website so you can buy with confidence. The information about each dress, what it's made from, colors available, delivery schedule is comprehensive. Also, just about every site has a size chart to ensure you buy a dress that fits you. Many even have a list of recommended accessories for each dress.