- Measure carefully! Watch our video for helpful tips!
- Keep your bust, waist and hip measurements handy. Make a contact in your phone called My Measurements.
- Sizes of plus size formal dresses vary from designer to designer. Always be sure to check size charts before you order any formal dress.
- Shop early for the best selection of plus size special occasion dresses discounted with sale prices!
- In 2020, buy a cheap plus size Prom dress on sale and save it for Prom 2021.
- Allow at least six months to shop for reduced plus size special occasion dresses on sale rack. You might be lucky enough to catch a sample sale where designers discount one-of-a-kind designs. The catch is usually that the size selection is limited to the sample size.
- Shop for a formal dress on sale when you’re not rushed, tired or hungry!
- Pick a silhouette for your dress that flatters your curves. Just because the dress looks pretty in a picture doesn't mean it works for your figure.
- Select a style that suits the special occasion. You don’t want to wear a Prom dress to a wedding or a cocktail dress to a black tie invitation.
- Shop for a dress in one of your favorite three colors.
- Never buy a Prom dress, bridesmaid dress, wedding gown or any special occasion dress that’s too small thinking you’ll lose weight.
- Avoid buying a special occasion dress that is two or more sizes too big. Even experienced tailors and seamstresses can be challenged to do alterations that keep the lines of the dress.
- Plan on alterations for any formal dress – no matter what your size!
- Be confident and comfortable with your decision. You need to be because SALE dresses are rarely - if ever- returnable!
- Have fun on your fashion treasure hunt for the perfect plus size formal dress on sale with a steep discount!
Always Remember
No matter how little you spend for a dress, it’s zero savings if you get stuck with a dress you’ll never wear!
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