All the Best Places to Shop for Prom Dresses in New York City
New York City is the fashion hub of the United States (Fashion Week, Fifth Avenue, Gigi Hadid's apartment!), which is why girls from all over the country flock here to hunt for the illusive perfect prom dress. But in a city with shopping around every corner, the endless possibilities can get a bit overwhelming.
Before you go straight into a prom-related freakout, read this, because I've already planned out your entire shopping itinerary for you. If you're coming to visit the Big Apple, these prom dress stores are guaranteed to serve you gorgeous formal gowns for every price point. These are the absolute best prom dress shops in NYC.
BHLDN
This boho-chic retailer is Anthropologie's bridal sister brand, serving up Anthro-levels of chicness, but in the formal dress department. In addition to wedding dresses, BHLDN also carries tons of ethereal formal gowns perfect for prom.
If you're looking for totally unique dresses (think: intricate beadwork, 3D florals, metallic star motif), this is the place to try. Sift through tons of gorgeous gowns on the BHLDN website or make an appointment to try on dresses at their Upper East Side location (the Midtown BHLDN location only carries wedding dresses).
New York Dress
This prom shop is located right in the middle of NYC's famous Garment District, where all the clothing experts are located. They've got all the most iconic prom designers, like Faviana, Ellie Wilde, Mac Duggal, Sherri Hill, and Rachel Allan. Make sure to take a peek at their Instagram for prom photo inspiration.
David's Bridal
Yes, they're known for wedding dresses, but David's Bridal also offers a massive range of prom dresses in all sizes. In fact, many of their dresses are available in both plus and straight sizes. In addition to their extensive online options, they've got a Manhattan storefront where you can try everything on – along with shoes and accessories. Stop by at 45 W. 25th Street and see for yourself.
Bloomingdale's
Get your prom dress, your after-prom outfit, and your graduation look without even leaving the store. Bloomingdale's literally has everything. Hit up their famous 59th Street and Lexington Avenue location to shop a sparkling range of prom-worthy gowns at every price range.
Love to Dress
In the heart of the Garment District, this formal store is packed with sparkly finds. Dig through rainbow racks of dresses in every size, length, and color to find the gown that's perfect for you. Stop by Love to Dress at 34 W. 37th St.
PromGirl
Technically, the PromGirl store is in New Jersey, but it's only a 20-minute drive from Manhattan and is definitely worth the trip. You can shop the website to get a taste, but they basically have every type of dress you could ever want for literally any occasion. There are a ton of options under $100, but they also carry big-name prom brands like Faviana and Sherri Hill.
Dress Me Up
Right down the street from Love to Dress, Dress Me Up has even more gorgeous gowns to choose from. If you're hunting for a bargain, they've got an under-$200 section packed with blinged-out options. If you're looking for over-the-top dresses, browse options from famous prom designers like Ellie Wilde and Jovani.
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