Used clothing stores are full of items that other consumers have dropped off from their own closets. Some people still think of the word 'old' when they think of used clothing. You will be surprised at the high quality clothing and the selection of luxury fabrics that you will find when you are shopping at used clothing stores. Many of the formal dresses that you will find were only worn once and are in excellent condition. Women all around the world donate or sell their formal dresses from the previous season, giving you a selection of trendy fashions to choose from. The formal dresses you will find will be in all colors, all lengths and all styles when you shop at used clothing stores.

If you are shopping for your daughter's prom dress, take her to the local thrift stores, re-sale stores and consignment shops near your home. You may want to call ahead to inquire about their current stock before making the drive. It may take several stops before you find the perfect dress, and it may need alterations, so start your shopping early. Be sure to have your daughter try the dresses on to ensure a good fit, although keep in mind that minor alterations can be completed in a few days and should not deter you from making the purchase.

As you are browsing the used dresses, look for any missing sequences, adornments and light stains. If they are simple to fix, purchase the dress and the materials to make the necessary fixes. These slightly more worn dresses can be sold at an even deeper discount, giving you a great buy for your money.

If you would rather search for used dresses online, you will have the luxury of shopping from your home at your leisure. You will not however have the luxury of trying the dresses on or being able to review the dresses for imperfections. Use your search engine to locate "used dresses" in online stores. Some sites will offer the used dresses in an auction form, awarding the dresses to the highest bidder. If you have time to wait for the bidding to end, this can be a great option to find luxury and designer dresses at affordable prices. If you are pressed for time or do not like the auction style format, consider online consignment shops where you can purchase used dresses for immediate shipment. Both online shopping store types offer name brand, designer and high quality dresses at affordable prices. Be sure to review the item descriptions to determine the quality of the clothing before purchasing as well as the shipping prices.

Shopping for a prom dress can be expensive and it is something that is only worn once. Shopping for used clothing provides an excellent source for high quality dresses at affordable prices.