How to Find a Modest Prom Dress

You can be beautiful at your prom without feeling like you're showing too much skin. Companies are starting to recognize the need for modest dresses, as more and more styles become inappropriately revealing. With so many dresses that are strapless, low cut or backless, it can be time consuming to find a modest one. Follow these tips and you'll be able to find the perfect prom dress.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Find a dress or bridal shop. Look in the phone book or ask older students where they went to buy their prom dress.

2. Consider shopping online. Even brides are getting their dresses through websites now. There are companies that advertise modest prom dresses.

3. Set a price limit before you even get to the store. It will help you stick to your budget without breaking the bank.

4. Decide what kind of dress you'd like to wear. Look through the racks for dresses that offer more coverage. You may opt for a dress with a shrug or one with cap sleeves. Look for varying lengths, too, like tea-length or those with a small train.

5. Try on as many dresses as you need to until you find the right one. Since you'll want to avoid form-fitting dress, opt for A-line instead. It flares out at the waist and is the most flattering kind of dress on most body types.

6. Show your parents, date or friends if you want a second opinion. Buy it once you're sure it's the one.

7. Schedule alterations a few weeks before the prom, if needed. Allow ample time to get them done.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're ordering on-line, do it extra early. You want to get it in time for alterations, just in case.
• Check the company's exchange or return policy.

Resources

• Buy modest prom dresses here.
• This company sells modest dresses.

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