Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Prom Dress, Prom Gown Fashion Week.
The fashion marts have been featuring prom 2010 fashions these last three weeks and it culminated in the New York Coterie last week. Everyone says they like Magic Formals and will wear them to the 2010 prom this coming year. There are short and long gowns that are demure and sexy, take you pick. Most of all just have fun at the 2010 prom this year. Remember that boozing is a waste of time and you don't need a date to go to the prom. Just go with your friends and have a blast. Wear the prom gown or prom dress of your dreams from Magic Formals and you won't be sorry.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Prom Dresses
Proms for the coming year are going to be exciting with elegant prom dresses 2010 bearing trend setting styles. Girls today consider proms as being fantasy nights with the desire to look their best and no less than a princess and need a dress that can shower elegance beyond limits. If dresses with a difference, is what you are looking for, then why not try out the latest astonishing styles in prom fashion 2010 that will mark your presence in once in a lifetime events such as proms. Leading apparel designers are into the process of creating new 2009 prom dresses for the approaching New Year with unsurpassed elegance. One can form an idea of the latest trends for prom fashion 2010.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Florida to California, Prom Dresses Selling
By CHRISTINE HAUGHNEY
Published: April 30, 2009
Families living in parts of the nation that have been hardest hit by the recession are still spending whatever they can to make sure their teenagers make it to prom. That means that gown and formalwear shops from Florida to California are thriving even in areas where customers have been directly affected by the housing collapse and the banking slowdown.
“Yes we are in a recession and we’re in a bad recession,” said Georgette Diaz, owner of Georgette’s in Tampa, Fla. “But they’re going to forgo other things to make sure their daughter goes to prom.”
Even in a state battered by the real estate slowdown, Ms. Diaz said, families are still spending $250 to $300 for gowns. She hung a framed sign on her shop door offering teenagers the opportunity to help earn their gowns by helping out at the store on Saturdays leading up to prom, and a few girls took advantage of the offer. But for the most part, she said, their families are paying for prom gowns.
While shoppers at Cardita Formalwear in Port St. Lucie may delay their prom purchases, boys are spending even more this year on tuxes, according to the shop’s owner, Clifford Pearl. He said teenage boys were spending $150 to $160 for designer brands, though they typically spent about $120 to $135 last year.
Mr. Pearl said about 80 percent of his teenage customers tell him, “I want to go all out.”
Even in Southern California where many mortgage banking jobs were concentrated, girls are buying gowns “like there’s no tomorrow,” according to Suzanne Aguila, owner of Carraz Prom Gowns in Glendale and Torrance. Ms. Aguila said they are still spending what they did last year, $300 to $500.
Bianca Cortez, an 18-year-old senior at John Burroughs High School in Burbank, still plans to attend her senior prom even though her family has been under financial pressure. Her grandmother was laid off from a manufacturing job, and Bianca’s mother has had to help her out. Bianca is using her savings from working at an elementary school program to help pay for the $400 deep purple gown she bought at Carraz. Her mother Marlin Cortez said she had passed up shopping for staples for herself like shoes so that she could give her daughter $200 to pay for her gown. She would like to help her daughter out even more with paying for the evening.
“I didn’t want her to miss out,” she said. Ms. Cortez, 37, was not able to go to her own prom because “there just wasn’t money.”
In markets like Charlotte, N.C., which depends heavily on the banking industry for jobs, some families are buying gowns by delaying purchases until prom night and taking advantage of layaway programs. Pam Funderburk, manager of Dar-Lynn’s Bridal and Formal Wear in Matthews, a Charlotte suburb, said at least 25 percent more teenagers were trying to put prom gowns on layaway than a year ago. In the 27 years she has worked in the prom gown business, she said, she has never seen so many teenagers delay paying for their gowns until the weekend of the prom. They used to wrap up buying gowns by March.
“They’re just waiting to see what their parents have to spend,” she said.
Ms. Funderburk also is seeing more mothers and daughters quarrel about the cost of prom gowns. She said she can appreciate the financial stresses because her husband’s income has been cut back drastically in the past year. She feels grateful that she works in the business and can get her daughter her senior prom gown through work.
“I’ve had girls go out of here in tears when their mothers won’t buy them something that they liked,” she said. “I’m sure it had something to do with the economy.”
Published: April 30, 2009
Families living in parts of the nation that have been hardest hit by the recession are still spending whatever they can to make sure their teenagers make it to prom. That means that gown and formalwear shops from Florida to California are thriving even in areas where customers have been directly affected by the housing collapse and the banking slowdown.
“Yes we are in a recession and we’re in a bad recession,” said Georgette Diaz, owner of Georgette’s in Tampa, Fla. “But they’re going to forgo other things to make sure their daughter goes to prom.”
Even in a state battered by the real estate slowdown, Ms. Diaz said, families are still spending $250 to $300 for gowns. She hung a framed sign on her shop door offering teenagers the opportunity to help earn their gowns by helping out at the store on Saturdays leading up to prom, and a few girls took advantage of the offer. But for the most part, she said, their families are paying for prom gowns.
While shoppers at Cardita Formalwear in Port St. Lucie may delay their prom purchases, boys are spending even more this year on tuxes, according to the shop’s owner, Clifford Pearl. He said teenage boys were spending $150 to $160 for designer brands, though they typically spent about $120 to $135 last year.
Mr. Pearl said about 80 percent of his teenage customers tell him, “I want to go all out.”
Even in Southern California where many mortgage banking jobs were concentrated, girls are buying gowns “like there’s no tomorrow,” according to Suzanne Aguila, owner of Carraz Prom Gowns in Glendale and Torrance. Ms. Aguila said they are still spending what they did last year, $300 to $500.
Bianca Cortez, an 18-year-old senior at John Burroughs High School in Burbank, still plans to attend her senior prom even though her family has been under financial pressure. Her grandmother was laid off from a manufacturing job, and Bianca’s mother has had to help her out. Bianca is using her savings from working at an elementary school program to help pay for the $400 deep purple gown she bought at Carraz. Her mother Marlin Cortez said she had passed up shopping for staples for herself like shoes so that she could give her daughter $200 to pay for her gown. She would like to help her daughter out even more with paying for the evening.
“I didn’t want her to miss out,” she said. Ms. Cortez, 37, was not able to go to her own prom because “there just wasn’t money.”
In markets like Charlotte, N.C., which depends heavily on the banking industry for jobs, some families are buying gowns by delaying purchases until prom night and taking advantage of layaway programs. Pam Funderburk, manager of Dar-Lynn’s Bridal and Formal Wear in Matthews, a Charlotte suburb, said at least 25 percent more teenagers were trying to put prom gowns on layaway than a year ago. In the 27 years she has worked in the prom gown business, she said, she has never seen so many teenagers delay paying for their gowns until the weekend of the prom. They used to wrap up buying gowns by March.
“They’re just waiting to see what their parents have to spend,” she said.
Ms. Funderburk also is seeing more mothers and daughters quarrel about the cost of prom gowns. She said she can appreciate the financial stresses because her husband’s income has been cut back drastically in the past year. She feels grateful that she works in the business and can get her daughter her senior prom gown through work.
“I’ve had girls go out of here in tears when their mothers won’t buy them something that they liked,” she said. “I’m sure it had something to do with the economy.”
Friday, September 25, 2009
How to Make Sure You Don't Wear the Same Prom Dress as Someone Else
One Special Night to Be the One and Only Special Girl
For most high school girls, one of the biggest activities they're looking forward is probably the Prom Night party. It's the mother of all dress up parties and it is the night to put on the most glamorous dress and shoes, and get hair and make-up done. During our years in prom dress and evening gown business, we see girls shopping for the perfect Prom dress months in advance. But wait, can you imagine the disappointment if the ultimate nightmare occurs - seeing another girl wearing the exact same dress at Prom?
For most high school girls, one of the biggest activities they're looking forward is probably the Prom Night party. It's the mother of all dress up parties and it is the night to put on the most glamorous dress and shoes, and get hair and make-up done. During our years in prom dress and evening gown business, we see girls shopping for the perfect Prom dress months in advance. But wait, can you imagine the disappointment if the ultimate nightmare occurs - seeing another girl wearing the exact same dress at Prom?
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Body Shaper
Some of us need help when it comes to the body department. Let’s face it: not all of us sport a toned and lean physique. In order to feel smooth and svelte, try some body shapers like the popular Spanx. These products will help control the flabby areas around your tummy, thighs, and behind. There are different types of shapers, including ones in camisole, underwear, and full-body form. They can really make a difference, but make sure you purchase them after (and not before) you get your prom dress, as different dress styles need different body shapers. We offer these items on our website http://www.bargainpromdresses.com under Prom Lingerie.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Promming in the late 1940s, by Margaret Griffin
Doctor Who at the Proms! Musical gatherings in sundry parks. Unheard of composers airing their masterpieces for the first (and last?) time. How times have changed. My Proms days were in the post war years of the 1940s - very austerity. I was a 'teenager' (although I don't think the word had been coined then). A time of ration books, clothing coupons and not a lot of money to spare. No credit cards, so no fear of running up debts - even if there was something we wanted to buy. Prom Dresses.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Early Shopping for Prom Gowns:
Many prom dresses sell out during prom season so for best selection – shop early! From December to February. You'll have the largest selection of prom dresses if you shop during those early months of prom season. These dresses are made in China and many are handbeaded. They take about 8-10 weeks to special order because of the handwork. During the early months of the year, China celebrates their Chinese New Year and their factories are closed for 2-3 weeks. No prom dresses are produced during the celebration weeks. If dresses are ordered right before or during their holiday, that adds about 2-3 weeks to the production time.
If you have an early prom in March or April, you should shop very early if you are shopping and plan to order online at http://www.bargainpromdresses.com take accurate measurements to get the best fit as formal prom dresses usually run small. Alterations are important for a perfect fit so don’t be discouraged if your dress doesn’t fit you perfectly. Purchasing your prom dress as early as possible will allow time for alterations and fittings. Buy your jewelry, shoes and other accessories at the same time to completely coordinate your prom look. After you are all done with shopping and alterations you can relax and enjoy dreaming about your big night! Have a great time!
If you have an early prom in March or April, you should shop very early if you are shopping and plan to order online at http://www.bargainpromdresses.com take accurate measurements to get the best fit as formal prom dresses usually run small. Alterations are important for a perfect fit so don’t be discouraged if your dress doesn’t fit you perfectly. Purchasing your prom dress as early as possible will allow time for alterations and fittings. Buy your jewelry, shoes and other accessories at the same time to completely coordinate your prom look. After you are all done with shopping and alterations you can relax and enjoy dreaming about your big night! Have a great time!
Monday, September 21, 2009
Prom Dresses
Prom dresses are such a fun thing to contemplate. Just the idea of going to a prom excites most girls. The big dilemma is what prom dress should I choose? Well first you should take a careful look at your figure type. If you have a lithe figure you can wear just about any gown you wish. Unfortunately, most girls do not have a perfect figure so they really have to pay attention to what they wear. If you have a large bust and small hips, then you will want to wear a sexy gown with a dropped waistline to show off both of your attributes. If you have large hips and a small bust line then perhaps the best gown for you would be an Empire style that flows from just under your bust line and flares at the hip line. Whatever you wear, you will have a wonderful time at the prom if you just remember that you are the best with whatever figure type you have. Have a great prom night!
Friday, September 18, 2009
Prom Night 2010
Your prom night is perhaps the best memory you’ll ever have of high school. The special dance, the band playing, your stunning prom dresses, and the “Prom Queen” honors are some of the many things you should look forward to during prom night. With so, it’s very important that you are prepared for that night because if you are stressed about a lot of things it would surely be seen on your face. You wouldn’t want to look stressed out during the most important day of your life.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Prom Dress Styles
Before picking out your dream prom dresses, there are a lot of things you should put into consideration. The style you choose should reflect the image and story you want to actualize during your prom night. Before you make your decision, have a good scan of all the available prom dresses in the market.
If you want a fairytale look and become the Belle of the Ball, then the Princess Prom Dress is perfect for you. A Princess Prom Dress has a fitted bodice which makes it perfect for all figures because it accentuates the waist. It also comes with an A-line skirt for a “princess” feel. You can either have a strapped, strapless or sleeved princess prom dress. Because of the elaborate details, your jewels should be classic, but not too flashy to a point that the attention is all on your big chandelier earrings. Buy accessories which somehow pairs up with the embellishments and designs of your prom dress.
Be a style icon with sexy and sleek prom dresses. Flaunt your bust by wearing dresses with plunging necklines. If you’re not endowed with gracious busts, you can show your “sexy back” by wearing a low back prom dress. A good thing about this dress is you don’t need to worry about your bust falling out. Feel like a Hollywood star by wearing a prom dress with a drain. Fishtail trains usually accentuate the curves bringing out the sexier side of you.
If you want to be a trendsetter, then a short prom dress is perfect for you. Flaunt your long legs in a variety of short prom dresses. Be more voluminous and feminine in a pick up skirt. Or you can channel the 80’s retro feel with a puffball skirt. You can also try to look like a quirky princess with a tulle skirt. Try to go with sandals with straps around the ankle.
Although your family and friends might help dictate your decision in picking your prom dress, remember that only you can rock the style you want. No matter what style you choose, the most important thing about picking out your perfect prom dresses is the fact that it can make you feel and look good, inside and out.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
About Bargain Prom Dresses
We provide great prom dresses, prom gowns, prom hair styles at super prices. Bargain prom dresses also carries great prom shoes and accessories. Please visit our website to view the new prom dress and prom gown collections.
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