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• Vintage dresses are strikingly different than modern styles and can be worn on prom night for a truly unique look. Vintage prom dresses are often significantly cheaper than new ones, and unlike modern clothing, most vintage clothing was not mass produced, so there will be little or no chance that another prom attendee will be wearing the same dress as you.TheStar.com: Eco-friendly proms (April 5, 2007)

• Fast Facts

  1. Price range: $5-$200
  2. Sizes often run smaller in vintage clothes
  3. Be aware that most cologne and cigarette smells may not come outTiza Prom and Pageant Dress Blog: Vintage Prom Dresses (May 15, 2007)
  4. Before buying, examine the dress carefully for tears or stains
  5. Consider having the dress dry cleaned before prom to refresh the fabric and remove any residual scents
  6. Mix with modern accessories and shoes for an individual lookTiza Prom and Pageant Dress Blog: Vintage Prom Dresses (May 15, 2007)

• Finding Your Dress

  Check your local thrift shops regularly. It takes patience to get the great finds. Also try yard sales in upscale parts of town, or try asking your mom or grandmother for the dress she wore to prom. When choosing a dress, make sure that it is made of high quality materials.

  If you want to try to find your dress on the Internet, eBay has great selection. There is far more selection online, so searching for the perfect dress is much easier. Keep in mind that you can't examine the piece when purchasing online, nor can you try it on.eHow.com: How To Get a Vintage Prom Dress

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