Your perfect prom dress might cost less than you think

When it comes to finding a knockout dress without breaking the bank, one of the best ways is to scour vintage fairs. Vintage pieces are much cheaper than high end designer pieces, and as an added bonus they are completely one of a kind too. You will find plenty of one off prom dress options at specialist vintage stores and fairs, or have a look on the web for online vintage clothing options.

The internet is a godsend when it comes to finding affordable fashion. Spend an hour or two online and you are guaranteed to find a bargain. As well as online designer sales, you will find plenty of useful auction websites like eBay, where it is easy to find unique vintage items, high end designer dresses at bargain prices, from all over the world. When you are shopping on the internet though, remember to get accurate measurements for any prom dresses you like the look of prior to bidding or making a purchase.

If you are lucky enough to have haberdasher skills, making your very own dress for the school dance is a great cost effective option. Just remember to get going early on your prom dress, as you want to have it finished in time for the big night. Making your own dress means you can be as creative as you like and create a totally unique look too. If you are looking for some inspiration, take a look at magazines as well as in shops and boutiques for dress ideas.

Remember that the fit is far more important than any price tag. A dress that costs the earth will not look like a million dollar dress if the fit is not right. When you go shopping for dresses,it is a great idea to take a friend, your mum or aunt to accompany you to make sure you get it right.

Just because you are shopping for a dress for a big occasion does not mean you have to stick to pricey designer options. You might just be surprised to find how many top name designers now have ranges in high street stores, and you can always add your own bits and pieces to make your prom dress truly unique. There is a major retro revival making waves in the fashion world at the minute, so mainstream clothing retailers are presently full of bargain vintage inspired dresses that make for wonderful dresses for prom.