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If you’re going to be hitting the July sales in search of new dresses for your closet, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

1) Look for breathable or light fabrics. Breathable fabrics are natural fabrics such as silk, cotton, and linen. The major problem with dresses in these fabrics is that they give you fewer options – and they may be wrinkle-prone. Synthetic fabrics are not as breathable, but they often have great textures and may be easier to wear. If you opt for synthetic fabrics, look for thin and light fabrics to keep you cool.

2) Look for pale colors in summer dresses. Dark colors absorb the sun’s warmth more and make you feel warmer. If you are looking for a cute summer dress, look for paler hues.

3) Look for classic designs – but with fun accents. Classic, simple dresses are always easier to wear, look better longer, and can be worn lots of ways because they are more versatile. However, you don’t want to be boring, so consider looking for the classics that have one unique twist. For example, look for a classic little black dress with a unique neckline or hem. This will add interest to your outfit and make you look unique.

There are tons of reasons why you will want to shop around for dresses this month:

1) Sales, sales, sales. July is sale season, especially as stores try to get rid of summer stock in order to make way for fall fashions. It’s the perfect time to pick up a breezy summer dress for a fraction of the price.

2) Enough time to order online. Of course, online retailers are still offering the best bargains and if you order now, you’ll have your new formal dress by the end of the season.

3) Late prom dress sales. Any retailer who still has some prom dresses around is now marking them down, down, down, to get them out of the store. Whether you need a prom dress for next year or just want a formal dress, this is the time to buy.

4) Late bridal shows. Bridal shows are winding down, and now is the time when many sell of dresses (including bridesmaid dresses and prom dresses) at great discounts.

5) Sample sales and trunk sales. Just like retailers, designers are making way for the new. It’s a great time for sales all around.

In the past, brides didn’t have that much choice when it came to bridesmaid’s dresses. Many bridal wear shops stocked huge numbers of wedding dress styles and designs, but only had a limited selection of bridesmaid’s dresses. Now, both bridesmaids and brides can breathe a sigh of relief: there are more options. While many bridal shops still have a limited selection, savvy brides and bridesmaids are turning to the Internet to find unique and gorgeous dress options.

Online retailers are often able to offer great discounts on gorgeous gowns and bridesmaids and brides do not even have to be limited by traditional bridesmaids dresses. Many fashion-forward brides are leaving behind the old (and sometimes ugly) bridesmaids dresses and are checking out formal dresses online as a great alternative. Choosing traditional formal dresses or even prom dresses as bridesmaids dresses is a great option because online retailers can ship these dresses right to your door and the selection of great formal dresses is much nicer than the selection of bridesmaids dresses. Plus, online retailers offer great deals on shipping and on dresses. If you are ordering for a summer wedding, you even have an added advantage: many homecoming dresses, prom dresses, and other formal dresses for this year are being sold at amazing bargains. So it’s a perfect time to buy and a perfect time to create those picture-perfect wedding memories.

At this time of year, many mail boxes are filled with white invitations. Yours are probably on the way, asking you to RSVP to this season’s weddings. If you have weddings to go to, you’ll need plenty of stamina to snatch up the best gifts for the bride and groom. You’ll also need a great dress or a few formal dresses to wear to these events.

Formal dresses for weddings can be hard to find. After all, you want to look nice and appear appropriate, but you don’t want to wilt under layers of fabric. Formal dresses in summer fabrics, styles, and colors are a great choice. Dressy enough for a wedding but light enough to keep you feeling your best at the ceremony and reception and into the wee hours of the morning, these dresses will make you feel and look great.

If you need to find a formal dress for a wedding, start by considering color. Bright fabrics or summer patterns look great. Choose something that goes wonderfully well with your skin tone. As long as you stay away from black and white, you should look great. For more formal church weddings, look for a dress with covered shoulders and arms (or wear a shawl for the ceremony) and a longer skirt. For a less formal afternoon wedding, you can go with shorter skirts (just as long as they are not too short) and patterned summer dresses. If in doubt, ask the bride.

Now that the warm weather is here, it’s the perfect time to revamp your wardrobe and get a jump start on the new season. Even if the nights are cool still, it’s an ideal time to start checking out some great dresses for the summer season. Summer dresses make getting dressed simple. Nothing is as breezy, simple, and gorgeous on a summer day like a great summer dress. You can roll out of bed in the morning, slip a dress over your head, and stay cool and sophisticated all day.

If you need to give a boost to your summer wardrobe, summer dresses are here and plentiful right now. You can enjoy a wonderful selection as well as good prices. Shop online for the best deals. Many online retailers are thinking ahead to autumn and selling off summer dresses to make room for more stock.

Of course, you can’t think of summer dresses without thinking of those special events on your social calendar this season. Whether you’re slipping on your dancing shoes and heading out to a formal or whether you have a stack of wedding invites in the mail, you’ll need great formal dresses that let you dance all night without wilting. Well, this is a great time to shop. Not only are there plenty of formal summer dresses in stock right now, bat at this time of year many retailers are selling off prom dresses, too, so that you can buy this year’s best formal looks at wonderful prices.

Summer is dress time. There is simply no better time to fill your closet with amazing dresses at rock-bottom prices. Right now, party dresses and prom dresses are on sale, so you can buy some great party looks. Summer dresses are plentiful and just going on sale, so you can pick out great daytime looks while saving cash.

Here are some looks you will want to look for when you hit the stores:

1) The Little Black dress. The Little Black dress is the staple of your wardrobe, because it works for a swanky lunch, a party, and everything in between. Look for a style and fabric you love.

2) Summer dresses. Breezy summer dresses are perfect for those days when it’s too hot to wear anything too heavy. Summer dresses also make you look perfectly flirty and feminine. Look for a light or patterned dress made from a fabric that skims the skin.

3) Party dresses. Look for great, classic looks that will see you through the holiday season. Look for classic colors and styles that won’t go out of fashion quickly.

4) Semi-casual dresses. A great linen dress or more tailored dress is perfect for interviews, work, and business-casual events. Look for solid colors and simple styles that work with blazers or alone.

5) Dresses for the beach. Dresses make perfect beach cover-ups. Look for simple slip-on cotton dresses, which are incredibly inexpensive and plentiful right now.

Having trouble deciding which prom dresses might look great and feel great on you? Here’s a few questions you might want to ask to help you hone in on your prom dress personality?

Do you…

• Remember loving dress up as a kid? If so, consider a romantic or sophisticated prom dress. A Cassandra Stone prom dress is perfect for the romantic, while an ABS prom dress will make you feel like a movie star.
• Live for comfort in jeans and t-shirts? If so, consider simple dresses that make you look sophisticated but don’t include lots of fussy details.
• Want a big change for prom? If so, consider changing your style completely. If your style is laid back, go for high glamour with an ABS prom dress. If your style is usually over the top, go for a sophisticated, muted dress. Just make sure that you feel comfortable in the prom dress you choose.
• Love bright colors? If so, consider a bright print or a bold color prom dress.
• Decorate your room with lots of pictures and knick-knacks? If so, consider a beautiful patterned dress that will create the same visual interest.
• Love to go minimalist? If so, consider a simple, clean-cut dress without a lot of bling.
• Work out in a gym faithfully? Love to play sports? If so, consider showing it off with a short or fitted dress that hugs your curves.
• Love the Miss America pageant? If so, consider a Cassandra Stone prom dress. Cassandra Stone is the designer many pageant winners choose.

There are many Jovani prom dresses, Terani prom dresses, Janique prom dresses, Morrell Maxie prom dresses, ABS prom dresses, Cassandra Stone prom dresses, Alberto Makali prom dresses, and Faviana prom dresses this year that are just perfect for you, no matter what your style. Be sure to check out all these designers to find just the right look for prom.

Sorority Competition:  Better your community with Better Closet and win a Spring Formal dress

Instructions:  Sisters are invited to write a one page essay on how they are working to better their community by lending a helping hand. Email the essay to stylist@bettercloset.com.  The deadline is March 31. Include on the one page, your name, email address, Sorority, the date of your Spring Formal and the essay.

Grand Prize: A free Spring Formal dress; or $300 towards a purchase of any style. The winning essay will be featured on the internationally recognized BC Style Source, bettercloset.com/blog.

Additional Prizes: Every Sister from the Sorority with the winning essay will receive a $25 gift card from Better Closet to use towards any Spring Formal dress purchase.  Additionally, all participants will receive free ground shipping on their Spring Formal dress purchase.

Selection Process: As essays are submitted they will be ranked and a winner will be contacted by email by midnight, 12:00AM EST, April 3.

* FAQ

Q: What classifies as a “Spring Formal” purchase?

A: Any dress that is recognized in the Shop More Styles tab, under any of the categories; designer prom dresses, evening dresses, formal dresses, formal gowns, pageant dresses, prom dresses, plus size evening dresses, and short prom dresses is applicable for the discount and the promotion applies.

Q:  Who can participate?

A: Any Sister in any Sorority may participate.

Q: Must the essay be submitted through email?

A: Yes, the only way to submit the essay is by emailing it to stylist@bettercloset.com

Q: What if the dress I want is more than $300?

A:  If the dress you want is more than $300, you are responsible to make up the difference in price.

Q: Can I check the status of my essay?

A: No, the winner will be notified by April 3, 12:00am EST.

Q: If I submit an essay, how long before I receive my free shipping on a Spring Fromal dress style?

A: Within 1 business day of submitting your essay you will receive a promotion code for free ground shipping on any prom dress purchase. The discount may not appear as free shipping but will deduct the amount of shipping costs from your total purchase.

Q: If the winning essay is selected from my Sorority, how long will it be before I receive my $25 gift card for a Spring Formal dress purchase?

A:  You will receive the $25 gift card towards any Spring Formal dress purchase by April 4, 12:00AM EST. *Remember to note your Sorority on the essay so we know to send you the discount.

Q:  How many entries can I submit?

A: Essays are limited to one entry per person. If someone is found to have submitted more than one entry, that person will be excluded from the contest.

*The Sorority noted on your essay may be contacted to confirm your participation. 

High School Competition:  WIN A PROM DRESS

Instructions:  Write a one page essay describing your interpretation of `true beauty.’ Email the essay to stylist@bettercloset.com.  The deadline is April 15. Include on the one page, your name, email address, the name of your high school, the date of your prom and the essay.

Grand Prize: Any “Prom Dress” style worth up to $300. The winning essay will be featured on the internationally recognized BC Style Source, bettercloset.com/blog.

Additional Prizes: Every student from the school with the winning essay will receive a $25 gift card from Better Closet to use towards any prom dress purchase.  Additionally, all participants will receive free ground shipping on their prom dress purchase; a $20 value.

Selection Process: As essays are submitted they will be ranked and a winner will be contacted by email by midnight, 12:00AM EST, April 17.

* FAQ

Q: What “classifies” as a prom dress purchase?
A: Any dress that is recognized in the Shop More Styles tab, under any of the categories; designer prom dresses, prom dresses, plus size evening dresses, and short prom dresses is a “prom dress” and the discount and promotion applies.

Q:  Who can participate?
A: Any high school student may participate.

Q: Must the essay be submitted through email?
A: Yes, the only way to submit the essay is by emailing it to stylist@bettercloset.com

Q: What if the prom dress I want is more than $300?
A:  If the prom dress you want is more than $300, you will be responsible to make up the difference in price.

Q: Can I check the status of my essay?
A: No, the winner will be notified by April 17, 12:00am EST.

Q: If I submit an essay, how long before I receive my free shipping on a prom dress style?
A: Within 1 business day of submitting your essay you will receive a promotion code for free ground shipping on any prom dress purchase.

Q: If the winning essay is selected from my high school, how long will it be before I receive my $20 gift card for a prom dress purchase?
A:  You will receive the $20 gift card towards any prom dress purchase by April 18 12:00AM EST. *Remember to note your high school on the essay so we know to send you the discount.

Q:  How many entries can I submit?
A: Essays are limited to one entry per person. If someone is found to have submitted more than one entry, that person will be excluded from the contest.

*The school noted on your essay may be contacted to confirm your enrollment.

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