Outfitting Your Prom Queen in These Trying Times

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Outfitting Your Prom Queen in These Trying Times

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Let’s face it — the economy’s a mess right now, and most families are having to tighten their belts just to get by. It’s an unfortunate fact of family life, however, that certain social obligations still crop up, no matter how hard it is to make ends meet. Finding the right homecoming and prom dresses can be particularly painful. It doesn’t take long to realize that most such dresses (at least those sold in brick-and-mortar stores) cost the equivalent of a month’s worth of groceries for a family of five.

But you shouldn’t have to pauper yourself to aid your daughter’s social life. Point out to your daughter that it would be best for the entire family if she would contribute to the purchase price of the dress. She may just have to get a part-time job in order to pay for her dress (the horror!). Most teenagers are aware of the dire economic straits the country is currently facing, so she might just accept reality more easily than you expect.

If a part-time job isn’t a viable possibility for one reason or another, then jump on the Intermet bandwagon. You’ll find the prom dresses for 2008 you’ve been looking for in no time. So grab your daughter and do some online shopping. You’ll really impress her when you use your unexpected Internet skills to track down an excellent deal on exactly the type of dress she’s looking for.

While you’re shopping, remember that a dress isn’t all you’ll need — you’ll need accessories and other items, too. That’s why you’ll need to put some thought into the right undergarments, especially the brassiere. Given the formal nature of these gowns, you’ll certainly need strapless bras or some similar undergarments. Frequently, these undergarments are perfectly adequate for everyday use, which means that you’ll get your money’s worth in the end.

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