Thursday, February 20, 2014

Prom Glamour on a shoestring






Are you thinking about the prom or even a black tie affair where you need a formal dress? As you wonder into different boutiques looking at prom or ball gowns are you in sticker price shock? Gowns can cost hundreds of dollars.  Well the Fairy Godmothers Inc. are here to help you realize your dreams for that special night without putting out money that could go towards college
On March 8, 15 and 23 you can find the gown of your dreams for $10  with accessories costing $2 to $8 dollars.  Some ballroom gowns (pagent type gowns) are $50.  Simple alterations are $5. Hours On March 8th  and March 15th  are from  10 a.m. to  4:30 p.m; March 23rd hours are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Now this may mean a bit of travel to Cheltenham Mall at. 2385 W. Chelenham Ave. in Philadelphia but the deals are too good to pass up.

Every student must have a valid photo student ID. Cyber school students who do not have a valid school ID must bring a copy of their most recent report card.

Fairy Godmothers Inc. was started by Joyce Jesko, a Philly native who graduated from Little Flower in 1971.  Joyce created this foundation to help young high school girls  attend their proms.She knew how expensive this can be for teens and found a way to help out.  Fairy God Mothers, Inc. has five chapters in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Arizona, New York, Virginia and Florida.

Lisa Marie heads up the Pennsylvania chapter.  " If people want to donate gowns they can contact me at lisamarie@mypromdress.org.

If you have gowns to donate here is the criteria they must meet!
  • Gowns can be new or gently used
  • Long and short gowns are accepted. Plus sizes too.
  • All jewelry and make-up must be new
  • They don't take shoes and handbags. 
  • Donations are accepted during the months of October through March.  So you still have a few more days left.
All donations are tax deductible.
So if you have dresses or would like to volunteer your time  to help out during any of those days let Lisa Marie know.  You can check out Fairy Godmother's Inc. at www.fairygodmothersinc.org.

Keep Styling in Delco!!

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