As the High School Prom gets closer, High School Seniors around the country start – if have not done so – their “hunt” for that perfect dress. Shopping for a prom dress can be overwhelming and expensive, so it is very important that you do some research prior to heading out and actually start shopping for a prom dress.
Here are some tips on how to start to research for a prom dress:
1.Ask a friend, whom already went out shopping for a prom dress, where she had gone and what type of designers she had came across in her own search.
2.Walk around Malls near where you live and pretend that you are shopping for a prom dress. This will allow you to see what is out there and give you a variety of options to choose from; keep in mind if you see the dress that calls on you and you happen to have the money, get it. Chances are if you wait for that particular dress it can be out of stock the next time you visit that particular store shopping for a prom dress.
3.Conduct a search on the internet using your favorite search engine (Google, Yahoo, Ask) with the keywords “Prom Dresses” or “Prom Dress Designers. Play around with the “Prom Dress” Keyword, this will allow you to get different searches and ideas on what is out there on the market.
4.Use the phone book and call wedding boutiques and ask them what type of designers they carry in their inventory (some boutiques will not carry prom dresses). This will help effectively if you sound as if you are shopping for a prom dress.
If you are in the Cincinnati area, the following are five boutiques that will help you make your search that much easier so that you can head out and begin shopping for a prom dress.
1.Hilltop Designs & Weddings
www.hiltopdesigns.org
9764 Tri-County Road
Winchester, OH 45697
Tel: 937-695-5545
Hours: Monday – Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday – Closed
Shopping for a prom dress with hilltop designs is an experience in its own. Many of those that are looking for a prom dress travel many miles for Hilltop’s design dress. You can be sure to find Designers Xcite, Tiffany, and much more on the shelves of hilltop’s inventory. Not only when shopping for a prom dress with hilltop will you find a variety of designer’s line, but as well as reasonable prize in sizes ranging from petite – 32+.
2.Bridal and Formal Inc.
www.bridalandformalinc.com
300 West Benson
Cincinnati, OH 45215
Hours: Monday – Thursday 11am to 8pm
Friday 11am to 5pm
Saturday 9:30am to 5pm
Sunday 12Noon to 4pm
Shopping for a prom dress with Bridal and Formal you can expect elegance. This boutique prides themselves with giving their customers the look and feel they are looking for. That is why you can expect to fine some of the top designer prom dresses in their inventory. If you are looking to “wow” the crowed, then Bridal and Formal is the way to go when shopping for a prom dress that will leave its mark on the minds of the potential spectators.
3.Cincinnati Bride Store
www.cincinnatibridestore.com
301 West Benson Street
Reading, OH 45215
Tel: 513-761-7750
Hours: Monday – Thursday 10am to 8pm
Friday and Saturday 10am to 5:30pm
Sunday 11am to 4pm
Like the other mentioned boutiques, Cincinnati Bride Store carries Designers such as; Alyce, Scala and much more. If you want to try out their collection because you are not sure how a prom dress will look on you, it is advised that you call to make an appointment; this will guarantee you a fitting room and one-on-one consultation. Cincinnati Bride Store is known for their customer service and their professionalism – a plus for your search of that perfect dress.
4.Bridal Designs
www.bridal-designs.com
7844 Remington Road
Cincinnati, OH 45215
Tel: 513-793-2727
Hours: Monday 12Noon to 8pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday and Thursday 12Noon to 8pm
Friday 12Noon to 5pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 12Noon to 5pm
Shopping for a prom dress with Bridal Design is both unique and affordable. If you are looking for specials on prom dresses than Bridal Design might have what you are looking for. You can have coupons and specials emailed to your inbox so that you, their potential customer, can see what they have to offer you. Similar to Bridal and Formal, you can also expect elegance from Bridal Designs. Prize ranges, but unlike many boutiques, it can be a little pricy shopping with them. Prize will not matter if you are a strong believer of the saying “You get what you paid for”.
5.Sears
www.sears.com
300 E.Kemper Rd
Springdale, OH 45245
Tel: 513-346-2640
Hours: Monday – Friday 10am to 9pm
Saturday 9am to 9pm
Sunday 11am to 7pm
Shopping for a prom dress in Sears (yes, I said Sears) can be affordable and be used as a last resort. Many of their dresses are from small designers, but can get the job done. Their prizes range anywhere from $39.99 and up.
