Fashion dresses

Finding an affordable prom dress that adheres to LDS (Latter-day Saint or Mormon) standards of modesty can be a challenge, but there are several options and strategies you can consider to find a beautiful dress that meets both your budget and dress code requirements. Here are some tips and resources for finding modest, inexpensive prom dresses:

1. **Online Retailers Specializing in Modest Dresses:**
- **Jen Clothing:** Offers a variety of modest dresses suitable for prom at reasonable prices.
- **Dainty Jewells:** Provides a selection of dresses that are both modest and stylish.
- **Modli:** Focuses on modest fashion and includes a section for formal dresses.

2. **Consignment Shops and Thrift Stores:**
- Look for secondhand dresses at local consignment shops, thrift stores, or online platforms like Poshmark or ThredUp. You might find a high-quality dress at a fraction of the retail price.

3. **Department Stores:**
- Check out the formal dress sections in department stores like Macy’s, Nordstrom, or JCPenney, especially during sales or off-season periods for better deals.

4. **DIY Modifications:**
- Buy a less expensive dress that fits well but may not be entirely modest and modify it. You can add fabric to the neckline, sleeves, or length. Local tailors or seamstresses can do this for a reasonable fee, or you can do it yourself if you have basic sewing skills.

5. **Rent a Dress:**
- Consider renting a dress from services like Rent the Runway or other local boutiques that offer high-end dresses for rent at a lower cost than buying.

6. **Sales and Clearance Racks:**
- End-of-season sales and clearance sections in stores or online can be great places to find deals.

7. **Custom Tailored Dresses from Abroad:**
- Websites like LightInTheBox or JJ's House allow you to order custom-sized dresses at relatively low prices, though you should be cautious with shipping times and read reviews carefully.

8. **Make Your Own Dress:**
- If you have sewing skills, consider making your own prom dress. Patterns and materials can be purchased relatively inexpensively, and you can customize the dress exactly to your liking.

9. **Local LDS Community:**
- Check within your local community or ward. Sometimes there are dress exchanges, or someone might be selling a dress their child only wore once.

10. **Social Media Groups:**
- Join local buy/sell/trade groups on Facebook or other social media platforms where people often post formal dresses for sale.

By starting your search early and exploring these various options, you can find a beautiful and modest prom dress that won’t break the bank.