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Donna
09-03-2010, 03:56 PM
Is there such a thing? :oops:

Anyone know of any good shops/websites? I havent a clue where to begin and my initial search on the internet is rather scary looking at the prices :oops:

alexgirl73
09-03-2010, 04:39 PM
I have ben in TK Maxx lately, and they have some lovely prom dresses :D I don't know if you have one anywhere near you.

yola
09-03-2010, 04:42 PM
I have NO idea, but from memory when OH's daughter did this 3 years ago it was a pricey exercise :shock:

A quick look brought up this site which isn't too badly priced to be honest http://www.beflirtydresses.com/acatalog/Prom-Dresses.html. Also factor in the handbag, shoes, hair, make up, transport (OH's daughter had a friend whose old man had a helicopter so they arranged to land on the school field :shock: ).

Not suggesting for a moment though that you rent something that flies but a limo contribution will probably be required :cool:

Mags
09-03-2010, 05:16 PM
A quick look brought up these sites, Donna....

http://www.fashionright.com/dresses/prom.html/

http://www.theballgowncompany.co.uk/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=1&Itemid=47

http://www.aspire-gowns.co.uk/special_occasion_gowns.html


Check out Debenhams Prom dresses too ........ unfortunately it wouldn't let me copy their link....

Kazz
09-03-2010, 07:03 PM
Good luck Donna....I think the thing is to have wander round the shops...and see whats out there Katie fell in love with first dress she saw last year emerald green fitted long....suited her 6ft tall and dark hair and olive skin.....that was wait for it £170...not counting shoes, etc etc

This year its younger niece fashion guru Sophie...who has had her dress in mind since she was 11.....they are off to look this weekend....I ma picking up cost of hairdressers.....and shoes.
My Mo and Dad are picking up cost of limo share hire....its expensive....and she wants pictutres from when she wakes till she leaves....in limo....in a moment of jest her Dad my BIL suggest a red carpet and she saiod "Oh yes Dad"...sucker...Good luck....and bridal shows have prom dresses too....

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 07:07 PM
I would suggest ebay. What sort of price, colour, size are you looking for?

I know of a company that makes prom dresses (not in the UK) and they are very cheap but they also make wedding dresses and are quite busy, what is your timescale?? They do make bespoke dresses.

calismum
09-03-2010, 08:42 PM
My sister got prom dress from Debenhams, not too dear if I remember.

However, she later sold it on ebay for a fraction of the cost and said she wished she had thought about buying it there as most of the time they are only worn once.

maxiesmum
09-03-2010, 08:51 PM
go onto ebay and look for a shop called 'Cherlone' they do the most amazin dresses.... i got my wedding dress from there.

http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/Cherlone-Dress__W0QQ_nkwZcherloneQQ_armrsZ1QQ_fromZQQ_ipgZQ Q_sasiZ1QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em57

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 09:02 PM
loads of Debehams "Debut" prom dresses on ebay. You could always buy one on there and add some more sparkle etc to it.

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 09:03 PM
Donna I also have some nice Costume Jewellery if you want to borrow some (I am presuming this is for Emma) Just let me know and I can post some pictures up.

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 09:25 PM
Donna, I have got a couple of "promy" type dresses if you wanted to borrow something. No idea if they would be any good

This one is a size 10 - from Next and has never been worn

http://i.ebayimg.com/10/!BfGz9YgBGk~$(KGrHqMOKj0ErQe8t8C5BL!Cj16(fQ~~_3.JP G

or this one (not my picture) in a size 12 (it is quite slim fitting) chocolate brown from Next - never been worn (both dresses still have labels in them)

http://i.ebayimg.com/18/!Bn5Fq9!!2k~$(KGrHqIOKjwEt7)utpD4BLlVEErzUQ~~_12.J PG

Donna
09-03-2010, 09:26 PM
I am having a nightmare looking online for dresses. Emma has seen one that costs £225 and has stuck at that one. Everything else I show her she hates!! Lots of thinking to be done...

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 09:27 PM
Do you have a picture/link to the dress she likes??

Donna
09-03-2010, 09:28 PM
Donna, I have got a couple of "promy" type dresses if you wanted to borrow something. No idea if they would be any good

This one is a size 10 - from Next and has never been worn


http://i.ebayimg.com/10/!BfGz9YgBGk~$(KGrHqMOKj0ErQe8t8C5BL!Cj16(fQ~~_3.JP G


or this one (not my picture) in a size 12 (it is quite slim fitting) chocolate brown from Next - never been worn (both dresses still have labels in them)


http://i.ebayimg.com/18/!Bn5Fq9!!2k~$(KGrHqIOKjwEt7)utpD4BLlVEErzUQ~~_12.J PG


Both lovely Emma :D My Emma is a size 8...I think we are going to have to go to the shops in person to try some dresses on.

Donna
09-03-2010, 09:28 PM
Do you have a picture/link to the dress she likes??

http://www.fairygothmother.co.uk/eb-01.htm

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 09:30 PM
Wow that is a stunning dress!!! If you want the link to the company who make the dresses (they can copy any design) just let me know.

Donna
09-03-2010, 09:33 PM
Wow that is a stunning dress!!! If you want the link to the company who make the dresses (they can copy any design) just let me know.

Would be interested in seeing the link Emma :D

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 10:04 PM
Hi Donna,

The link is http://www.millybridal.co.uk/

(They are based in China)

A lot of brides on a wedding forum are using them to make their dresses and there is a lot of good feedback of their work

Wedding thread is here

http://www.youandyourwedding.co.uk/chatroom/topic/238803

If you send them a link/picture of that dress they should be able to give you a quote and let you know if they can make a similar dress. The dress will be unique. The bridal dresses are coming out around a third to a quarter cheaper than the bridal shops, they also do prom dresses and are very experienced.

When does Emma need the dress by?

Donna
09-03-2010, 10:18 PM
Hi Donna,

The link is http://www.millybridal.co.uk/

(They are based in China)

A lot of brides on a wedding forum are using them to make their dresses and there is a lot of good feedback of their work

Wedding thread is here

http://www.youandyourwedding.co.uk/chatroom/topic/238803

If you send them a link/picture of that dress they should be able to give you a quote and let you know if they can make a similar dress. The dress will be unique. The bridal dresses are coming out around a third to a quarter cheaper than the bridal shops, they also do prom dresses and are very experienced.

When does Emma need the dress by?

Prom is in June... will go look at the link now.

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 10:22 PM
Donna!!! have a look at this dress on ebay - very similar and a size 8, Emma could always make the dress a bit fuller by wearing a netted skirt underneath


http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-STAR-DRESS-ROCKNROLL-ROCKABILLY-1950s-VINTAGE_W0QQitemZ380211463800QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWo men_s_Clothing?hash=item58865e8678

Donna
09-03-2010, 10:30 PM
Donna!!! have a look at this dress on ebay - very similar and a size 8, Emma could always make the dress a bit fuller by wearing a netted skirt underneath


http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-STAR-DRESS-ROCKNROLL-ROCKABILLY-1950s-VINTAGE_W0QQitemZ380211463800QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWo men_s_Clothing?hash=item58865e8678

We did see this one earlier.... as I was searching.... she didnt seem that impressed... I am sure it would look better on a model in a photo rather than as it is.... she is so hard to please..

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 10:37 PM
LOL hasn't she heard of Gok Wan!!!! It is amazing what you can do with some netting and some thread!!

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 10:40 PM
Some of the bridal shops that sell the prom dresses get them made in China and then alter them inhouse.

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 10:42 PM
hehehe just googled starburst dress and this came up!!!

hahahaha

http://www.sparklingstrawberry.com/images//la_costumes/83090.jpg

I will keep googling!!

Donna
09-03-2010, 10:45 PM
hehehe just googled starburst dress and this came up!!!

hahahaha


http://www.sparklingstrawberry.com/images//la_costumes/83090.jpg


I will keep googling!!


LOL LOL Love it!!!!

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 10:57 PM
I will be in Emma's bad books if she sees that dress!!! LOL

Came across this website and they have a lot of nice prom dresses although some are quite expensive.

http://www.cargoclothing.com/shop/detail.aspx?cid=80&pid=2574

EmmaG
09-03-2010, 11:16 PM
How about something from Lipsy ?? they do some nice modern prom dresses on there

http://www.lipsy.co.uk/store/clothing/party-dresses

calismum
09-03-2010, 11:29 PM
some similar styles here and prices v good.

http://www.lynku.com/category_lists_products.php?&supercat=Ladies Clothing&catgroup=DRESSES&sc=Ladies dresses - prom

calismum
09-03-2010, 11:41 PM
or have you tried here - filter down on left for what you looking for

http://www.asos.com/Women/Dresses/Cat/pgecategory.aspx?cid=8799

Donna
11-03-2010, 07:15 PM
Hi Donna,

The link is http://www.millybridal.co.uk/

(They are based in China)

A lot of brides on a wedding forum are using them to make their dresses and there is a lot of good feedback of their work

Wedding thread is here

http://www.youandyourwedding.co.uk/chatroom/topic/238803

If you send them a link/picture of that dress they should be able to give you a quote and let you know if they can make a similar dress. The dress will be unique. The bridal dresses are coming out around a third to a quarter cheaper than the bridal shops, they also do prom dresses and are very experienced.

When does Emma need the dress by?

I emailed these people for a quote and the response is:

The answer is yes we are able to make prom gowns and could have this gown to you within 6 weeks if ordered.

The gown from the link supplied would be £100 with free postage

Now just deciding whether its worth the risk getting them to make it, just in case it is not exactly what Emma wants... but it is a lot cheaper than £225!!

Kazz
11-03-2010, 07:28 PM
All I know is these Prom things are a major event now and any hitch in the dress appearsa to cause heartbreak what does Emma say??

EmmaG
11-03-2010, 08:04 PM
I think I would agree with Kazz - see if Emma is happy to take the risk. If you do decide to get Milly to make the dress just make sure you measure and remeasure Emma as they will make the dress to fit her, not to a standard size. So far the reports I have heard are that the dresses are good value and well made for the price. And I think they will send you pictures of the dress being made so you can change anything you do not like.

Donna
11-03-2010, 08:21 PM
Think we will have a good chat about this before going ahead....