Is it better to order your prom dress online or buy in store?

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don't do it...
no gambling...
lol

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  omg ok defentilly in store
  
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Personally buying in store means you know it will fit and the colour will be exactly as you see it.
online is lap of the gods

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  ok, will do. thank you!!
  
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You want to Make Sure it is a Good Fit so I"d go Out and Look around in a Reputable Shop Some place. xxoo

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  Tanks, Gag. xxoo
  
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in a proper department store where the fitters and seamstresses know what they're doing

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  ok, will do. thank you!!
  
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Oh, prom dress shopping! It's like stepping into a world of glitz and glamour, isn't it? Each option has its own sparkle. Ordering online lets you scroll through endless styles from your cozy couch, perfect for discovering unique or hard-to-find dresses. Just make sure to check the return policy because, you know, sometimes what you see isn't what you get. 😅

On the flip side, shopping in-store brings that magical 'trying it on' moment. You get to see right away how the fabric feels, how the color looks on you, and get an instant sense of whether or not it's "the one." Plus, those shop assistants can be fairy godmothers with their tips and tweaks.

In the end, it's all about what makes your heart do a little dance of joy. Remember, whether online or in-store, it's your prom magic we're talking about! ✨

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  yes!! I'm so excited!! Haha, so true.
  
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northerngal Follow
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Buy from a store... you want to see and feel the material and details of the dress. Its too important a purchase to risk buying online. Pay the money and shop in person.

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  ok, will do. thank you!!
  
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strateguy632 Follow
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neither, online is risky, need to wear try on.
i heard people rent like a tux, cheaper n return.

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MicahRaine Follow
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Definitely buy from a store if you can. I have a bunch of sisters and buying online is fun for the variety but it can get pretty bad if it's itchy or whatever

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exitseven Follow
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I never bough a prom dress but I would never order clothes online because they all fit different.

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Chazmatazz269 Follow
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Shopping in brick and mortar stores is better for the local economy.

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DrPepper12 Follow
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Neither. Local HS have donated dresses for free n all you need to do is alterations.

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I would think in a store, so you can know for sure what you are buying?

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- CAPLOVE
  
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  ok, will do. thank you!!
  
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- GawkVoidArisen
  
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  no problem! you should post pictures of what you choose!!
  
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- CAPLOVE
  
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  I will. thank you!!
  
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Buy in store in case you need to be fitted or return it if something is wrong with it.

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shortster Follow
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I would assume in store; so you can try it on first.

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In_Trance Follow
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You're most likely going to have to get it altered either way

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slatyb Follow
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Have you tried resale shops?

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- CAPLOVE
  
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  no, what's that?
  
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- slatyb
  
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  Shops that resale gently worn clothing. There are a lot of them around Seattle. My wife buys a lot of designer clothing from resale shops.
  
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RedInnocent69 Follow
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Online, early, and take in to get altered.

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eagle1951 Follow
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in store

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