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Alright folks, let’s talk about prom dresses! Specifically, my deep dive into figuring out what dresses to wear to prom. It was a whole THING, trust me.
So, where did I even start? Well, first, I hit up Pinterest. I mean, duh! Searched for “prom dress inspo” and scrolled for hours. Saved everything that even remotely caught my eye. My board looked like a glitter bomb exploded. Seriously, it was a mess. But hey, gotta start somewhere, right?
Next up: Instagram. Followed a bunch of fashion bloggers and boutiques. Started noticing patterns. Lots of sequins, a surprising amount of satin, and way more leg slits than I was expecting. I screenshotted a few I really liked, trying to narrow down the vibe I was going for. This part took forever!
Then, the dreaded shopping part. Ugh. I went to like, five different stores at the mall. Everything was either too expensive, too itchy, or just plain didn’t look good on me. Tried on a sparkly blue gown that made me look like a Smurf. Hard pass. Almost gave up right then and there.
My mom, bless her heart, suggested online shopping. I was skeptical, but desperate. Started browsing ASOS, Lulus, and a couple of those Instagram boutiques. Read a ton of reviews. Found a few that looked promising, but the sizing was all over the place. Ordered three dresses, hoping one would fit.
The packages arrived. Felt like Christmas! First dress? Total disaster. Way too short. Second dress? Gorgeous color, but the fabric was super cheap and see-through. Third dress? Bingo! A simple, black A-line dress with a subtle shimmer. Fit perfectly, felt comfortable, and didn’t break the bank. Winning!
But wait, there’s more! Now I had to find shoes, jewelry, and figure out my hair and makeup. Shoes were easy – found some cute silver heels at DSW. Jewelry was minimal – just some delicate earrings. Hair and makeup? Went with a simple updo and some smoky eyeshadow. Didn’t want to look too overdone.
The night of prom? Felt amazing! The dress was a hit, I danced all night, and didn’t trip once (thank goodness!). All that research and shopping paid off. Would I do it again? Maybe. But next time, I’m starting the process way earlier!
- Pinterest: For initial inspiration.
- Instagram: To scout trends and find boutiques.
- Mall stores: To try things on (and be disappointed).
- Online retailers: Where I eventually found the winner!
Lessons Learned
Start early, read reviews, and don’t be afraid to try something different. And most importantly, wear something that makes you feel confident and comfortable. Prom is about having fun, not stressing about your outfit! Hope this helps anyone else on the prom dress hunt!
