"Evening wear?"

[rodriguezpoultry]

Get a black cocktail dress for about $50 at JCPenney. OR...if you have a Burlington Coat Factory near you (OMG. I could live in that store!!!)

Also try:
Craigslist
Bridal stores (oftentimes have prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses, etc. for sale)
Goodwill
Consignment stores

 

[fldiver97]

Well, my first thought these days when I hear 'evening wear'....is PJ's

I do have a 'formal' black dress. Don't ask how old it is, I think I bought it about 23 years ago at a consignment store in Europe. It still looks great and not out of style. I also needed a 'formal' long gown, I actually own two - one is plain black, one is black w/sequin. Basic cut/style, had both for over 15 years and one again is from a consignment store, the other a sale item from Steinmart. Don't think I'll have to buy another one as I rarely ever need one but if I would - consignment store, maybe a black skirt then a nice top sh you can get more use out of it. Ialso like to use wide scarves and a bold piece of fashion jewelery to vary the look. No way will I spend a lot of money on a piece of clothing I will rarely ever use......The older I get the more I want comfort and simplicity!!!!!!

 

[silkieluver_07]

I love second-hand/consignment stores! You get brandname clothing for cheap! I suggest going there first!

 

[Rozzie]

x

 

[Rare Feathers Farm]

Thanks everyone....I'm going to check out Penney's tomorrow and then maybe a few other places...I'm hoping for a black dress....I would like a gown but it's probably not THAT formal? And a shorter length would mean more versatility...

 

[rodriguezpoultry]

I agree with the shorter dress. Mid-calf at the longest. Check the clearance racks first (my favorite place in the store!)

Don't go "too" short so that it's night-club scene instead of "formal."

 

[Rare Feathers Farm]

Penney's was having a huge sale a few weeks ago--but not sure if they still are...

I'm a size 6/8 depending on the dress...I'm pear-shaped, too...so I like something to hide my butt and accent my thinner top...

 

[Rare Feathers Farm]

We have a few stores that sell used stuff but only one or two...pretty limited options around here...and I'll need shoes, too...we have a payless! But I can't walk in heels for nothing! LOL

 

[rodriguezpoultry]

I'm more than blessed up top AND bottom, but I earnestly believe that halter-styled dresses are good for everyone. A-line might be a good idea also to accentuate your upper instead of lower. Just depends on what you're comfortable wearing. You gotta post photos!!!

Something like this:
http://www.eidress.com/images/dress131520.jpg

 

[Rare Feathers Farm]

I like this one...a little over my budget but I like this style...too night-clubish?

http://www4.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.asp...79&cattyp=RLE&Nao=0&PSO=0&CmCatId=70656|71644