Shopping for a Prom Dress in Columbus, Ohio

As February approaches many girls are beginning to think about Prom and what they will wear on their big night. Finding the right Prom dress is a tiring process which can seem to be never ending, but when the right dress is found, all the time and trying on of dresses is time well spent. If you are in the Columbus Ohio area and are looking for a local boutique to help aid in your search be sure to check out these five establishments.

WENDY'S BRIDAL
~Wendy's Bridal is a retailer for vendors including Alyce, Audrey Hart, Flirt, Jessica McClintoc, Mori Lee, and others.
~Located on the web at www.wendysbridal.com
~Is concerned with insuring that no two dresses at one schools prom are the same, therefore they register the chosen dress with the school of attendance to avoid duplication.
~Located at Trader Joe's Center * 6339 Sawmill Road * Columbus, Ohio 43017
~Can be reached via phone at 614-336-9100
~Hours of operation Mon-Thurs 10am - 8 pm * Fri-Sat 10am - 6pm * Sunday 12pm - 5pm
~Locations in the Columbus and Cincinnati area for convenience

UNIQUELY YOURS
~Uniquely Yours is a privately owned retailer for many companies supplying prom dresses. Vendors include: Anna Scott Formals, Bella Formals, Dave and Johnny, La Femme, Mori Lee, Party Time Formals, Precious, Showtime, and several others.
~Located on the web at www.shopuniquelyyours.com
~Provides dresses in sizes 0-30 while specializing in plus sizes
~Will place order with the manufacturer within one business day after dress is decided upon.
~Located at 103 West Main Street * Circleville, Ohio * Just south of Columbus .
~Can be reached via phone at 740-420-9111

DAVID'S BRIDAL
~David's Bridal is a very popular chain of bridal gown stores who also specialize in prom fashions.
~Located on the web at www.davidsprom.com
~Have over 100 prom dresses to choose from in a multitude of colors with sizes ranging from 1 - 24
~Several locations in the Columbus area including a location at Easton Plaza * 3886 Morse Road * Columbus, OH 43219
~Most Prom Dresses are priced $150-$250
~Can be reached via phone at 614-428-4618
~Also provide alterations appointments call 614-428-4694 for details

JOAN'S BRIDAL COUTURE
~Joan's Bridal Couture is a boutique located in Reynoldsburg
~Supplies prom dresses for many manufacturers including Amelie Bridal, Flirt, Mori Lee, Alyce Designs, Anna Scott Design, Riva Designs, and Studio 17 Prom.
~Located on the web at www.joansbridalcouture.com
~Participating in a fashion show showcasing prom styles for 2008 on February 3 at Holiday Inn Fort Rapids Indoor Water Park Resort (4560 Hilton Co I-70 at Hamilton Rd.
~Located at 7382 E. Main St * Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
~Can be reached via phone at 614-856-9848
~Hours of operation Tues-Thurs 12-7pm * Fri 12-6 * Sat 10-5
~Appointments are preferred

CLEO'S BRIDAL AND FORMAL
~A source for designs from Panoply, Studio 17, Precious Formals, Party Time, Cassandra Stone, La Femme, Faviana, All About Me, Amelia, Bella Formals, Beyond, Jovani, and Shimmer Bari Jay
~Located on the web at www.cleosbridalandformal.com and www.myspace.com/cleosbridalandformal
~Located at 711 Oak Street * Columbus, OH 43205
~Can be reached via phone at (614) 228-4005
~Winter Hours: Monday-Thursday 11-7 * Friday-12-6 * Saturday 11-4
~Also accept appointments.

Whether you choose one of these companies or one of the other various companies in Columbus it's important to remember that you will need to order your dress sooner rather than later so that any alterations can be made if they are needed. Also take the time to visit the websites of the manufacturers before going shopping. This will give you an idea as to what is available. Have fun and enjoy your prom!