MY PROM MAKEOVER

Have You Been Disappointed Buying from Overseas?

2014-07-13T18:10:00.004-07:00

It's so tempting to buy a prom or wedding from a dealer who claims that they will save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars. But many women have already been burned by shopping for dresses from unknown or unauthorized factories overseas.

Before you decide to buy your next special occasion dress from a manufacturer half way around the world, be sure to read: Wedding and Prom Dresses:

The Pitfalls of Buying Cheap!

Ok, we're not asking you to do this but in case you do...

2014-05-15T10:00:00.001-07:00

Like I've said all along, everything can't be perfect all the time, and you just might trip a bit as you float up the stairs or down the stairs in your ballgown and high heels. But what a perfect way to end the pain!

Did you happen to catch the smile on Hayden Panettierre's face as she when she recovered from her near tumble down the stairway?

We can almost hear our own heart pounding in our chest as we review the photos.

Things could have been much much worse. In the event you find yourself at the bottom of a carpeted stair way on your way to a gala, hopefully you will not be too shy to ask a gentleman for his arm, giving you a bit of a chance to stabilize yourself as you creep to the top.

If you do happen to find yourself at the bottom of the stairs much quicker than you expected, follow Hayden's lead and laugh it off! It will feel better in no time! Hayden, we think you are awesome!

Hayden Panetierre laughs it off at the Gala

Prom. A night like no other. You, like no one else.

Get this Book for FREE!!!

2014-05-01T12:59:00.000-07:00

Get this book for free!
Did you know you can borrow this book for free? Yes, you can. Just be an Amazon Prime Member and head over to the Kindle Owner's Lending Library! You are eligible to borrow one book per month absolutly free!!!

Here's how to find KOLL (Kindle Owner's Lending Library).

Power up your Kindle
Tap on Books
Tap on Store
Locate "Featured Lists"
Scroll down to the bottom of the list
Find and tap on Kindle Owner's Lending Library
Locate the Search Window
Type Dress Up Games into the Search Window
Click on the Icon for Dress Up Games : how to be a real princess at your first real prom.
If you are a current Prime Member, you will find a button that says Borrow for Free
Click on the Borrow for Free Button
If you already have a borrowed book on your Kindle, you will be asked to return it before your copy of Dress Up Games will be downloaded for free.
Enjoy your free copy!
Please be sure to include a review when you have finished reading Dress Up Games. It will give me an idea of how I can improve! Thanks for reading and my you have a wonderful prom!

Prom. A night like no other. You, like no one else.

Finished my book!

2014-04-11T18:06:00.000-07:00

Well, lawdy me. Been gone too long. So long.

I'm happy to report, though, I have been productive. And I finally completed my first Kindle book, "DRESS UP GAMES - how to be a real princess for your first real prom".

I am so excited that it's finally finished. No more thinking, or spell checking or re-writing for a while. I hope. I actually have a couple more ideas for at least 2 more books, but we'll see. For now, I just want to kick back and get on that plane to Florida for some sun and surf! Yay. And possibly some margaritas.

Buy now, on Amazon.com or wait until Easter and you can get it for FREE. Of course, if you are a Prime Member, you know you can borrow it from the Kindle Owner's Lending Library for free also.

Makes a great gift to your tween or teen daughter or niece, just in time for prom!

Prom. A night like no other. You, like no one else.

How to Avoid Knockoff Wedding Dresses

2013-06-07T17:39:00.000-07:00

PROM OUTFITTERS : authorized dealer of all top designers!

Budget Wedding Gowns and Prom Dresses

Today's brides and prom girls are faced with ever rising costs in all areas of their life, but especially so when it comes to preparing for special occasions, like weddings and prom! So it's important to create a budget and plan and shop wisely. Getting the best value for the money is on every shoppers agenda and today, more than ever, women are given the option of purchasing a custom prom or wedding dress at a fraction of the cost, just by heading overseas!

Make sure you are assured of a quality dress and make sure it gets to you on time, by doing business with authorized dress dealers. Here's why... the Pitfalls of Buying Cheap

Prom. A night like no other. You, like no one else.

2013-06-05T10:20:00.001-07:00

Your Title Prom. A night like no other. You, like no one else.

How to Dress Up for a Wedding

2013-06-02T14:16:00.000-07:00

In retail circles, June is known for Father's Day and Weddings. This is the absolute best time to find the best variety of wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses and cocktail dresses. If its anything to do with a party you'll find it in your favorite department store. The trick is to find just the right dress for the occasion. Here are some tips for dressing the part for your next wedding invite!

The Daytime Wedding

The Challenge:

create a look that is dressy but not too formal

Wearing rhinestone clad jeans just will not do! You absolutely must dress up like you were going to church, because even if the ceremony takes place in a venue other than a traditional church it is still a reverent event.

The Challenge :

create a look that's cool and flowing, but not beachy.

Wearing a flowy muu muu will look like you have a pool party to go to. Instead of a jazzy beach coverup, focus on a dress with more tailoring, such a pintucks, pleats, and a fitted waistline.

The Challenge :

create a look that is sexy and ladylike at the same time

Day Dresses
Flats

Being a lady means dressing like a lady. Elegance and sexiness go hand in hand, so you don't have to show a lot of cleavage to get the attention you want. It could be the wrong kind.

The Challenge :

create a look that is fun and vibrant, yet sophisticated, like you

Choose a color that brings out your skintone. Most ladies look fabulous in any of the blue tones, including purples and teals. Coral looks great with gold jewelry. Choose a color in the mid range rather than a pale washed out pastel. It's most elegant as a daytime choice. Take extra care when choosing a print, so as to keep in line with an air of sophistication. Avoid stripes and tiny flower prints, too homebody.

The Evening Wedding

The Challenge:

create a dressy night-time look that doesn't takes the sparkle away from the bride.

Table Lamps
Flats

Wearing your sequins is not appropriate unless the wedding invitation is black-tie or black-tie optional, which is the most formal dress code of all. You don't want to come across like a disco-ball, after all. Otherwise, wear a matching suit of a luxe fabric like shantung, which offers a soft sheen under low light. You can also wear a cocktail dress that has a jacket or bolero that matches. The fabric and jewelry will make the statement here.

The challenge : create a sexy look that is respectful and lady-like.

Black is always sexy. A fitted knee high dress with heels is always a good choice but other colors can be equally fabulous. Consider deep purple, bronze or any of the deep blues, like sapphire. The darker colors do well at evening weddings.

Prom. A night like no other. You, like no one else.

Sale Alert: 25% OFF at Debshops!! Plus FREE SHIP

2013-04-05T10:35:00.000-07:00

Deb Shops carries the hottest trends for Prom 2013 and has a huge selection of budget friendly dresses, shoes, and accessories to fit any style. But it gets even better. Starting today, customers can save up to 25% off prom dresses in junior and plus sizes! Plus all orders over $50 ship free

Save up to 25% off during the Prom Sale at DebShops.com! Plus all order over $50 ship free! Sale ends 4/9.

Prom. A night like no other. You, like no one else.

90% OFF is no joke!

2013-04-01T16:30:00.000-07:00

Ever fallen in love with a guy only to find he was already taken? Same thing goes for your dream prom dress, if its available to only a select few, everyone except YOU, you're in for a broken heart.

Not anymore.

Sure shopping online or browsing through magazines is a fun, really fun way to dream big and get utmost inspirational impact...but what's the point of falling in love when your dream guy is taken? And what's the point of spending hours and hours searching for you dream dress only to find it is way out of your price range???

Finally, there is a way to have what you want.

At least you can have the dress you want. That's because of a new online shop that offers original runway dresses and accessories for up to 90% off the retail price!

Now for the first time ever, you can rent a world class, original dress from designers such as Anna Sui, Christian Siriano, Badgely Mischka, Carolina Herrera, Dolce and Gabbana, Elie Tahari, Monique L'huillier, Zac Posen, even, BCBG!

Why buy when you know you won't be seen in the same dress twice.

The prices are as low as $40.00 so its affordable to everyone. Who knows? Maybe that guy will finally notice you! Here are a few of our favs.

Christian Siriano

ONLY $350.00

Reem Acra
$400

Vera Wang

$300.00

Blumarine
$250

Herve Leger
~~$2300~~ $225

Badgley Mischka
$110

Bibhu Mobaprata
90% OFF

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Prom Dress Inspiration : Luck of the Irish

2013-03-12T11:11:00.001-07:00

Wall Mirrors
Fragrances

Get out your emeralds so you can get used to them. Color forecasters have been busy getting the word out about the hottest hues and palettes for 2013.The world's leading color authority, Pantone named emerald green its cutting edge color for next year. We can expect the deep luxuriant jewel tone to bathe, saturate, stripe, dot or check everything from closing and accessories to expansive living room walls and decorative pillows.

So you might be thinking "whatever. I already know what colors I like" But just as fashion trends come and go, and a customer is free to indulge what catches her eye and ignore what doesn't, so it goes with color.

What you really want to know, especially if you love green, is "Will it look good me?" Are you one of the lucky ones?

We're Sorrrrrry!

2013-02-08T08:31:00.002-07:00

Dear Readers,

We apologize for all the mail you got by mistake yesterday. I messed up! Not sure what I did to cause all those blog posts to shoot out all at once. We never intended to bombard you with it all at once, we are sorry for the intrusion.

I'm putting myself in time out today, gonna start the weekend early and try to figure it all out.

Hope you all have a great weekend too!

Toodles,
Gigi

Prom Dress Inspiration : Mardi Gras

2013-02-07T10:07:00.000-07:00

If your prom committee chose Mardi Gras for your prom them, consider
yourself lucky. Mardi Gras is known as the world longest party, beginning in January and ending weeks later. Here's your opportunity to get your Krewe together and join the celebration!

There's a secret to having all that uninhibited fun : dressing up!

In the past, women weren't even allowed to participate in the fun, but that's all changed now! Ladies, you have as many choice as the guys, when it comes to dressing up for Mardi Gras. Your dress can be purple, green or gold or a combination of all three.

Imagine your most extravagant and opulent fantasy ! Think of all the ball gowns, you've seen on the red carpet or queen's robes in the movies, and all those gorgeous costumes you see in Las Vegas, or even Rio! Like to dance? think Samba!!
Here are some more Mardi Gras Prom Dress Ideas

Mardi Gras Prom

The most fun of all : Mardi Gras Prom Theme lets you choose from all those funky colors and textures. Feathers are in!

Evening Dresses
Platforms

Red Cat says: Mark Your Calendars for Awards Season!

2013-01-11T11:58:00.000-07:00

Red carpet season has begun, and it's time to take a peek at all your favorite celebrity hairstyles as they stroll down the red carpet at the premier awards shows! Award shows can give you lots of ideas for what to wear, how to wear it site content and promotional campaigns. To sweeten your campaigns we also have a great 10% off coupon this month! Red Carpet Hairstyle Trends from 2012

2013 Q1 AWARDS CALENDAR

Mark your calendar - here are the major awards shows this quarter.

January 18th - 70th Golden Globe Awards
January 27th - 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards
February 10th - 55th GRAMMY's
February 23rd - Film Independent Spirit Awards
February 24th - 85th Annual Academy Awards

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How to Create the Most Fabulous Mardi Gras Prom

2013-01-09T14:41:00.000-07:00

Well, its official. The season of Merrymaking! Party Lovers in practically every country in the world are already heading off the Carnival parades and festivities leading up to Mardi Gras.

Time to get on the bandwagon!

Find out how to Create the Most Fabulous Mardi Gras Prom ever! Toot your own horn!

Bon Mardi Gras!

Happy New Year New Loves New Hopes and Dreams

2013-01-07T09:41:00.003-07:00

Just got back from vacay, ready to hit the streets, but before I do I want to take a moment to reflect on the meaning of a new year, with new opportunities, ideas and choices. Wishing you all a very happy new year!

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The ONE color every woman should have in her closet

2012-12-20T10:13:00.002-07:00

I get asked this all the time: what should I wear to "name of event"? Put in anything you want, party, baby shower, wedding, prom.

Most women who write to me, act as if they never expected to get invited to "name of event" in the first place.

To this I say: Be prepared. Not like being prepared as a girl scout. Where the most important bit of advice was knowing when it was your turn to cook and how to keep your bra from getting frozen.
Be prepared as a woman. The full grown (or almost full grown) beautiful woman that you are.

Here's how...

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How to Earn Big Bucks for Prom

2012-12-19T11:32:00.001-07:00

Who doesn't love a beautifully wrapped present?

Find out how you can earn cash for prom at Christmas time.

Prom Fundraising Idea : Earn cash for Prom

How to Get Beautiful Skin for your next Party!

2012-12-07T10:05:00.000-07:00

Don't we just hate it when we get breakouts right before a party or date with our crush. Follow these 3 simple steps using ingredients from your pantry or garden have perfect skin by the time 'he' rings your doorbell!

3 Simple Steps to the Clearest Skin Ever

The biggest Sales of the Year~~

2012-11-21T10:52:00.001-07:00

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Buy one, get one 50% off sitewide with a $30 minimum, PLUS get free shipping on all orders! This offer is valid 11/22-11/24 with coupon code BLKFRI.

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weddings
Black Friday Steals at The Knot Wedding Shop: Best-selling Personalized Napkins, Matches & Coasters Only $9.99/100!

hairstyles
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How to Be Acne Free in 3 Steps

2012-11-09T11:05:00.000-07:00

No matter how hopeless you think your acne problem might be we can help you! Inside you’ll learn...

What professionals, models, and celebrities do to enjoy picture perfect, acne free skin!
How to end your skin problems permanently without the use of expensive drug and antibiotic routines, dangerous topical treatments, or useless over-the-counter products.
About the surprisingly simple steps that you should already be doing to clear your acne from the comfort of your own home.

Read : How to Be Acne Free in 3 steps!

Top Hairstyles for a Heart Shaped Face

2012-11-08T12:17:00.001-07:00

Not everyone has a faceshape that's perfectly oval, round or even diamond shaped. The truth is, due to genetics, most of us have a faceshape that is a combination of these basic shapes.

And that's exactly what I mean, when I talk about a heart shaped face.
Basically, you start out with a round face at the top, a wide forehead, then you end up with a chin that's somewhat pointed. Finding the perfect hairstyle need not cause you any headaches, though, just follow these simple steps.

1. Balance your wide forehead by wearing bangs or partial bangs.

2. Soften the pointedness of your chin by wearing your hair near the neckline. Your best updo will be a half up half down do.

Here's what I mean:

Hairstyles for Heart shaped face

Prom Themes and other great party ideas

2012-10-26T08:51:00.000-07:00

Prom Themes Great Party Ideas for Prom and other special occasions!

When it comes to planning a good time, nothing gets your guests in the mood than a fabulous theme. We can help you get the creative juices flowing when planning for your next special occasion.

This great prom themes and party ideas will certainly give you a head start when you are in your prom planning meeting.

Print this list out or send it to your committee's email list!

5 Steps to the Best Prom Theme ever!!!

2012-10-25T11:59:00.000-07:00

Get the juices flowing and save time all at once.

Here's 5 tips to the best prom theme ever!

Bonus: 25 Top Themes!!!

Secret to Planning a Spectacular Prom

2012-10-16T18:41:00.000-07:00

The secret to planning a spectacular Prom is organization. It seems like there are a million tasks to get done - but with an optimistic attitude and a concrete plan, you can host a Prom that will forever be remembered!

Get started early by referring to this simple tried and true Prom Planning Checklist

Best Emmy Fashions

2012-10-02T13:12:00.000-07:00

The 2012 Emmys might be over, but the fashions from last night are still fresh in the minds of many. This years fashions were very festive and colorful. We saw tons of yellow, orange, red, and light blue dresses on the red carpet. Exposed shoulders seemed to be the night’s trend, with many dresses featuring no straps. Also, long flowing Grecian style gowns and sequin dresses were all the rage.

Best Emmy Fashions The Emmy red carpet definitely delivered when it came to fabulous fashions!