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For many high school girls, the idea of spending a fortune on a dress they’ll wear for only a few hours is likely to induce panic attacks and spawn a strange desire to work extra shifts at Pizza Hut, simply to attend the prom. If this sounds like you, maybe it’s time to seek out some options in cheap prom dresses. Regardless of your budget, your prom should reflect the magical evening of your dreams, becoming one of your most prized memories of high school. Thankfully, today there is a wealth of resources available for selecting cheap prom dresses.

Many stores located in malls offer a wide variety of cheap prom dresses. Be creative and remember that any formal dress can work equally well as a prom gown. For instance, Delia’s typically includes a line of prom dresses and formal separates at a cost of $150 and below. Or, try a stunning silk sheath from J.Crew, available in an array of spring colors for just $175. You can dress up these simple, sophisticated styles with a vintage brooch or faux fur shrug for that elegant touch of old Hollywood glamour. Be artistic, and remember to check out all your favorite stores for fashion-forward dresses at a fraction of designer cost.

David’s Bridal, which has garnered fame in recent years for their wide selection of reasonably priced bridal gowns, has now extended their line to include David’s Prom. The variety is stunning, the colors fashion-forward, and the details breathtaking for these cheap prom dresses. Best of all, nearly everything in stock is available for $100-$200, depending on style, material, and details. Chances are, you’ll leave David’s with a gown that looks as though it cost twice what you paid. Perusing past season gowns at other formal or bridal wear stores is another terrific way to find cheap prom dresses.

You might also try shopping at a nearby bridal salon when looking for a cheap prom dress. Many bridesmaid gowns are available in a wide range of elegant and sophisticated styles, at a very reasonable cost. Even couture designers try to keep the price of these dresses at the low end of the scale, as it is traditional for a bridesmaid to purchase her own dress. Typically, it is frowned upon for a bride to insist that her bridal party go broke in purchasing their formal wear. This mindset helps deter sticky confrontations, and it can work equally well in your favor!

Not surprisingly, when shopping for cheap prom dresses, the Internet can be one of your best resources. Many formal wear shops include all the dresses available in their stores on their Web sites, with styles available to browse as easily as you would flip through a catalog at a brick-and-mortar establishment.

Money, or lack thereof, shouldn’t have the opportunity to affect your enchanted evening. With all the options in cheap prom dresses available today, you’ll look fabulous, glowing in the knowledge that your beautiful gown cost only a fraction of what your friends likely spent. Now smile and relax, enjoy the evening, and let go of your financial worries—at least until after graduation.

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