Cincy’s Top Winter Formal Dress Shops 

The season for winter formal dances is almost here. If you want to look hot enough to melt snow, now is the time to start shopping for the gown that will make you look like a star. Here are a few places to look for a great winter formal dress in Cincinnati.

Camille La Vie

Located in the Tri-County Mall, Camille La Vie bills itself as a major destination for people shopping for major events like Prom, Homecoming, Quinceanera, and weddings. In addition to a chic collection of long and short gowns, Camille La Vie offers plus-size evening wear for curvy girls who want to look cute for their special night at the ball. The store also has a selection of accessories and shoes to match to your gown.

Splendid Bridal

Although you’ll find a large assortment of wedding gowns at this store, Splendid Bridal also sells formal dresses from Allure Night Moves, Maggie Sottero’s Flirt collection, and Mac Duggal’s Prom collection. From long flowing gowns to short dresses that hug curves, this store has evening wear to fit a variety of personal styles and sizes. Splendid Bridal is located on Six West Benson Street in the Reading Bridal District.

Cincy Club Dress

Don’t let the name fool you, Cincy Club Dress has a numerous designer gowns that will look great on the dance floor at your school. Located at Bridal and Formal on West Benson, this store carries dresses made by Dave and Johnny, Jolene, Gigi, Tiffany, and Faviana. They keep track of the dresses sold at each school, which means you’ll avoid the awkward moment of running into someone wearing the same gown.

Jamie Jovanna Bridal

If you’re looking for something special, then you may want to wander into the Jamie Jovanna Bridal store located at 132 West Benson. They sell designer dresses from Do You Love Me, Excite, Glam Gurlz, Kiss Kiss, and more. This is another store that tracks the dresses sold to avoid selling the same dress to the same formal event. Although you’ll find a number of dresses in the store, staff members will custom order any gown you want from the designer, so you can get something that’s truly one of a kind. Sift through their collection of tiaras, shoes, and evening bags to find accessories to complement your style.

Something New Borrowed and Blue

Also located on West Benson Street, Something New Borrowed and Blue prides itself on having a large collection of designer dresses that cost under $600. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, the staff at Something New Borrowed and Blue can help you pick out the dress of your dreams and the perfect accessories to match. Use the money you save to splurge on a luxury car service so you can show up to your winter formal dance in style.

Talk of the Town

Sometimes you want something that will really make you stand out from the crowd. Talk of the Town is a vintage clothing store located on Reading Road that buys and sells clothes from the 1970s and earlier. You’ll find something in all sizes, decades, and price ranges. Replicate the Flapper style the movie the Great Gatsby has popularized or show some class with a 1950s-era formal gown. No matter what unique look you’re going for, you’re sure to find something at Talk of the Town.

Cincinnati has lots of places to find winter formal dresses, so don’t feel like you have to buy the first gown you see. Shop around at different stores until you find the one dress you can’t live without.

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