Gown (File photo)
Remember that gown you bought for that black tie event? Sure, you do. Everybody commented on how great you looked. Yes, everybody! Unfortunately, that means you just can’t wear it again. But then you can’t let such a great dress just age in your closet. Ah, come on. It made your night. Why punish it?
Here’s a thought: donate it. This month Comerica Bank “is accepting gently used formal dresses and accessories.” No, the bankers aren’t going to wear them to the Big Buck Ball.
Seriously, Dallas CASA is holding Prom Dress Drive to “benefit teen girls in foster care.” Imagine being a teenage girl going to her prom and having nothing… absolutely nothing to wear. Why not make her feel special because chances are “special” has not been a common occurrence in her life?
So, free your party frock and take it to the bank. And if you have some accessories like shoes, gloves, etc., include ‘em.
But you’d better get hustling. The “shopping day” will take place in March.