When Glitzy Isn't Good

DISCLAIMER: I don't hate big, poofy, princess prom gowns. There, we have THAT out of the way.

Have you ever noticed how having lots of money doesn't guarantee you'll look classy and elegant? Need an example? Think Kim Kardashian during her pregnancy, walking the red carpet. Go ahead, I'll wait while you google a few pictures to refresh your memory.

There is a long held belief that, if you have $$$, you need to be dripping with gold and tons of accessories. Not so. Sometimes, refreshingly, a simple yet body flattering dress looks richer than if you decked yourself out in yards of fabric and sequins.

Case in point: earlier this week, Claire and I stopped in to Goodwill. We actually DID find her prom gown for next spring. It is simple and extremely flattering. No extra fabric that might add pounds to the eye. Sleek and elegant, and that's what Claire prefers.

We ALSO found a princess gown like the one pictured above. Easily a $400 gown new, it was heavily appliqued wiht gorgeous stones and embroidery on the bodice. Even the spaghetti straps were garnished with glitz. Tons of tulle underneath.

Of oourse, when our eyes found THAT gown, we KNEW it would be a show stopper. It probably would be.........on someone else!

Sadly, all that extra 'oomph' made for one very lumpy gown. It added pounds in all the wrong places on my girl. I had to admit, I had been blinded by the bling, and that's what made me encourage her to try it on. I'm sure, on the right young lady, it will look great.

As for Claire, her simple, classic gown will be the perfect compliment to her body come prom night. She will feel fabulous, and that's the bottom line.

As an added bonus, because it's so simple, she can glam it up with some killer jewelry :)

So remember: more isn't always MORE. Sometimes it's much, much LESS. Dress for your body type, not someone else's idea of what's fashionable.