gymbrat33 Posted June 24, 2004 #1 Share Posted June 24, 2004 I just purchased another formal at Dillard's. It is long and red. the top of it is like a halter top and has rhinestones, is backless and has criss cross straps on the back. It was originally $164 and was on sale for $41. I didn't need it, but couldn't pass up a bargain like that. I'm leaving on a cruise on July 15th and for the first time I didn't need to buy anything for the cruise, but I couldn't resist. I've purchased all of my formal wear at Dillard's and never paid full price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowball Posted June 25, 2004 #2 Share Posted June 25, 2004 Sounds beautiful! :) I would love to find a deal like that for a formal dress to wear on the Valor. I guess I have plenty of time to look around. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongerob Posted June 25, 2004 #3 Share Posted June 25, 2004 My wife has found the best deals at Dillard's. She bought four (count 'em, 4) outfits for less than $150. Of course, with all that money she saved, she had enough for more shoes. :eek: Sigh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gymbrat33 Posted June 25, 2004 Author #4 Share Posted June 25, 2004 Snowball, Thank you! I'm sure you'll find a bargain like that especially now that they have a lot of gowns on sale after prom season. If you're sailing out of Miami, you can go to a Dillard's store and find formals as well as clothes. Spongerob, Has your wife also found shoes on clearance at Dillard's? Last August I wanted to purchase these shoes that were $69 and did't buy them because they were too expensive. Then I went a month later and were 75% off so I got them for $17. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirrajay Posted June 25, 2004 #5 Share Posted June 25, 2004 NOW is the time to take advantage of after season prom dresses - I,too, bought a dress at Dillards for 75% off and they arent the ugly ones either, ladies!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpayne Posted June 25, 2004 #6 Share Posted June 25, 2004 Dillards must be the place to go! I just got 2 full length gowns for $24 and $32. They were originally $170 and $190! Another place to try is consignment stores. I go in the wealthier neighborhoods and have found formal wear with the tags still on it! I usually wear my cocktail clothes 2-3 times and then sell it at the consignment store so I'm really not out much and always wearing something new! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruzinTamela Posted June 25, 2004 #7 Share Posted June 25, 2004 I got my formal for my September cruise at Dillard's about 2 weeks ago. Originally $130, I paid $34.00 after tax! What a steal! I have also purchased my formals for my 2 of my past 5 cruises and have never paid over $50.00 for any of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paws43tails Posted June 25, 2004 #8 Share Posted June 25, 2004 sounds like i hear the shopping bug calling my name! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoonBaby Posted June 25, 2004 #9 Share Posted June 25, 2004 I'm in Boston and there is no Dillard's near me!!!!! Don't suppose they have these bargains online?????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowball Posted June 25, 2004 #10 Share Posted June 25, 2004 I was wondering about that too.......:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lill Posted June 26, 2004 #11 Share Posted June 26, 2004 Thanks for the heads up! Sounds like a trip to Dillards is in my near future. :D Gotta love their sales! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mariapd719 Posted June 26, 2004 #12 Share Posted June 26, 2004 No Dillards here neither ! Bummer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpayne Posted June 26, 2004 #13 Share Posted June 26, 2004 For those of you that do not have a Dillards, do you have a Foley's or Younkers? They often have even better deals! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingee Posted June 28, 2004 #14 Share Posted June 28, 2004 If you don't have a Dillards, do you have a Bergners? We just brought home four formals for a little over $120. One of mine was $42 and the other three were $23. I am keeping the most expensive one and my daughter is debating between keeping the other two. One is going back because I didn't realize it was a strapless and I can't wear those. Another good place is a women's shop called Deb's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojo2rusty Posted June 29, 2004 #15 Share Posted June 29, 2004 I have also found great bargins at JC Penney and Sears. I to found a great formal for my cruise in 2002 at Dillards. It was 75% off, I think it was something like $35 and it was a 3 piece outfit. With a black sheer tank & skirt and long black sheer beaded duster. Gold beading. Just checked JC Penney last week and they have their stuff marked 50 & 60% off now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boomer Posted June 29, 2004 #16 Share Posted June 29, 2004 My wife spent most of the weekend at Dillards.:eek: Fortunately, everything she bought was 75% off :D and also looks great on her ;) The only problem is that she can't decide on what to bring on the cruise. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookingsteve Posted July 1, 2004 #17 Share Posted July 1, 2004 My wife and I just got back from Dillard's and she bought a full length wine colored formal and a sexy black cocktail dress for $20.00 and 30.00 respectfully. What a deal! My wife looks so good in them. I love the 75% off sales! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4evercruzin Posted July 2, 2004 #18 Share Posted July 2, 2004 Wow! Thanks for the insight! I only needed one formal, but bought two. I couldn't resist! What a great selection and beautiful gowns. I love these boards! The formals are light green and champagne. Both were close to $200 originally, but paid less than $50 each. I've never found such a deal on a formal. This sale wasn't advertised in our newspaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gymbrat33 Posted July 2, 2004 Author #19 Share Posted July 2, 2004 I'm glad that you found two formal dresses. Keep going back. They always have great deals. Make sure to go the first 2 weeks in September. They have a lot of shoes at 75% off. Last August I wanted a pair of formal shoes for my cruise and they were too expensive at $69. When I went back in December they were $17. I bought 4 pairs for $65. I wanted a Ralph Lauren shirt which was $29 on Sunday. I didn't buy it, and I decided to go back on Monday it was $7.25. I also bought another Ralph Lauren shirt for $6.00 and a cocktail dress originally $54 at $13.50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovestowrite Posted August 4, 2006 #20 Share Posted August 4, 2006 I’ll have to hit Dillard’s next time I’m shopping for a prom dress. I didn’t know they had such great bargains. If anyone is interesting, I found some really great prom dress advice the other day. It could really help you know what to look for in a dress once you find a bargain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nliedel Posted August 4, 2006 #21 Share Posted August 4, 2006 they have a website, bargains there too. http://www.dillards.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nebr.cruiser Posted August 4, 2006 #22 Share Posted August 4, 2006 We don't have a Dillards but do have a Herbergers, which I think is an affiliate. Not only did they have gowns 75% off, but this Wed. was Senior Citizen day with an extra 15% off (20% with their store card), if you are over 55. (One of few times I'm glad to be 'aged'!) I practically cried when I couldn't find one that I liked and that fit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dream trip 06 Posted August 4, 2006 #23 Share Posted August 4, 2006 I have also found great bargins at JC Penney and Sears. I to found a great formal for my cruise in 2002 at Dillards. It was 75% off, I think it was something like $35 and it was a 3 piece outfit. With a black sheer tank & skirt and long black sheer beaded duster. Gold beading. Just checked JC Penney last week and they have their stuff marked 50 & 60% off now. There are great sales going on right now at JC Penneys! I just got back from there and bought 2 formal dresses! I'm glad I waited the last minute to buy mine...it's worth the wait! I bought one long ballgowny type dress for just $14.78 and the other dress which is shorter but also considered formal for only $8.00! Can you believe that? I wish I know how to post pictures up because I'm really proud for finding them! What a bargain!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
first_time_cruiser_sept06 Posted August 7, 2006 #24 Share Posted August 7, 2006 Okay, I feel sick after reading these posts.........LOL I just went to Dillard's last Saturday and paid 160.00 and 150.00 for two dresses - one floor length and the other mid-length........ :mad: Maybe I need to go back............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridge4 Posted August 7, 2006 #25 Share Posted August 7, 2006 My local JC Penney only carries a bunch of junk in the plus sizes I need. However, today I went to our Dillard's outlet store. They were having 50% off the already reduced clearance prices. Walked out with a gorgeous teal Maggy London gown for $17.99, and a lovely black chiffon floor length skirt for $11. Hubby did well too, he bought 6 very nice tailored shirts and two ties for a total of $58. It was also tax free weekend. :D Great shopping day!! Cindi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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