Not all about the pageant evening gowns

While I was watching Miss Universe 2010 last night, it was very evident that its not all about the pageant evening gowns, but the person wearing them.

Are pageant evening gowns created equal?

The last two years I have been learning a lot about the very large world of pageants.  When supplying 100's to local pageant girls, I am quickly finding that it is not a color or style of the pageant evening gowns, it’s the person who is wearing it and what they radiate while they are wearing it. During the Miss Universe Pageant last night, it was obvious because the top 5 contestant's pageant evening gowns they were wearing were all so very different.

We watch for pageant evening gowns that are trending

Often, us at RaeLynn's Boutique will watch pageants on TV and go to different local pageants in the area just to see what is “trending” to help us when we are buying.  Also alot of times, we can use this trend of the pageant evening gowns being worn to buy for Prom as well!  I can’t wait for Prom 2011 and for everyone to see what hot new looks we will have at RaeLynn's Boutique.

Maybe this year for prom, your dress will be inspired by one of the pageant evening gowns worn during the Miss Universe Pageant!

Don't think that since your Prom isn't in the spring you have to wear last season's Prom Dresses.  We are receiving our designers Homecoming & Fall Prom Dress lines in now, and they are just as beautiful as ever.

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In a broader view, there really are multiple secrets. Fabric, style, length, and color make or break the look and camaraderie of the bridesmaids with the bride, let alone the entire decoration of the wedding itself. This may sound intimidating, but it really is necessary to pull the look together.

Deciding on your Bridesmaid's Fabric

The best advice here is to think of the time of year. Silk Shantung, a heavier and more structured fabric, would most likely work best in the fall, winter, or early spring. Silk chiffon on the other hand, may be better for warmer times of the year.

How about Length

Length is totally personal preference when it comes to the bride, but the venue is a good thing to think about too. Is the wedding outside during the peak of heat in August? If so, one may not want her bridesmaids to be in long gowns.

And Color??

Color, as well, depends on the season and personal preference of the bride. If the colors of the wedding are periwinkle and silver, the color of the bridesmaids’ dresses should comply or compliment those colors.

Make sure your Bridesmaid Dresses are Stylin'

Style is probably the most important of dress secrets. Try to remember that all women come in different shapes and sizes. You may love a cut out back, but if one of your bridesmaids is a size 24, she may feel extremely uncomfortable. In the same respect, bridesmaids’ dresses are not “the sisterhood of the traveling dress”. Just like any other dress, one style does not flatter everyone; so try to come to a happy medium with you and your girls.

Something great that has come up in the past few seasons as well, is different styles of dresses with the same color and fabric. This way, everyone continues to look put together, but each dress flatters each bridesmaid, actually creating less distraction. A sash also always pulls different styles together as one. Most importantly, remember that one designer may have everything you’re looking for.

Jenny Yoo, for example, has a wide variety of colors varying with each fabric. Styles differ with types of fabric, but fabric changes are also available. Sashes as well can be purchased with any style chosen.

As with any aspect of a wedding, bridesmaid dresses can be as simple or complicated as you make them to be, but with the right knowledge and the best intentions, they can really pull a wedding together to be the best day your life.

Where to find your Bridesmaid Dresses

Stop in to RaeLynn's Boutique when looking for you Bridesmaid Dresses.  We carry 2 very unique lines of high fashion bridesmaid dresses.  These dresses are made of the high quality fabrics and designs that your maids would wear again!

The night before we left for the amusement park we all gathered together for a sleepover on the store floor with pizza and junk food. Not everyone could make it to the slumber party, but we did have a good turnout. We played music, danced around, took a ton of pictures, and watched The Hangover before falling asleep. I had a great time learning more about the wonderful girls that I work with.

We woke up early the next morning to hit the road and start riding roller coasters. We all piled into the big white van Alison and Bridgett rented for us to all fit into. We had a great trip up. I happened to bring my iPod so the girls in front played a bunch of upbeat music and we had a crazy dance party in the van. We probably drove Alison and Bridgett crazy with the loud, nonstop rap music.

Two hours later we finally arrived at Kings Island!! The first ride we rode was Drop Tower. This was the highlight of my day. We all pressured Bridgett into facing her fear and ride it with us. She was in terror. Allie and I held her hands on each side of her while tears streamed down her face. We did our best to comfort her through the journey. Before we knew it the ride was over and we were back on the ground. Bridgett made it through! I think Allie and I both lost circulation in our hands from Bridgett holding on so tight, but it was worth it.

By the time we got back to the car we were exhausted. We had a great time together. We rode almost every ride, got henna tattoos, ate blueberry ice cream, and took pictures with Snoopy. It was a great bonding experience for all of us. I got to know all of my wonderful coworkers more and they got to know the new girl more as well. It was so amazing that “Al” and “B” closed down the store from selling Prom Dresses and Tuxedos for a day to take all of us to King’s Island.  It was a great break from normal life! I had an amazing time and I will never forget it.

-Abbey

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Its that time of year again… PROM TIME!  RaeLynn’s Boutique is teaming up with WZPL Z99.5 and the Smiley Morning Show to be the official sponsor for the second year at the  Smiley Adult Prom 2010.

Who says adults can’t have fun?

Stop into RaeLynn’s Boutique for the largest selection of Prom Dresses in Indianapolis. Be sure to bring in your ticket and mention you’re going to the Smiley Prom to receive an instant 10% off your hot designer prom dress or $20 off your hip and stylin’ tuxedo rental!

Make the most of it!  Last year, all of us at RaeLynn’s rented a limo, gathered as group and headed to prom in style;  all decked out in dresses and tuxedos from RaeLynn’s and we had a blast.  Where else can you dance the night away to 80′s and 90′s monster ballads and  hang out with Dave Smiley, KJ, Mindy Winkler, Carlos Diaz and the rest of the Smiley Morning Show?!  Stop in before March 27th 2010, get your hot dress for prom and tuxedo and meet us there!

We’ll see you soon!!  Click here for Directions to RaeLynn’s Boutique

Smiley’s Adult Prom
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Knights of Columbus Hall
2100 East 71st Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220-1308
8:00pm to 1:00am
Tickets: $20.00 stag or $30.00 couple

Starting our second Prom season, RaeLynn’s Boutique is continuing to blow away our competition being the Largest Prom Store in Indiana.  This year, we kicked off our prom season with over 1000 unique dresses to choose from in all colors, sizes, styles from over twenty designers.  Its amazing to see our customer’s response when they see our showroom floor for the first time full of Prom Dresses by Tony Bowls, Jovani, Terani Couture, Faviana, Precious Formals, Mori Lee, Alyce, La Femme Prom, NightMoves by Allure and more.

Besides Prom Dresses, you can find all the accessories you need for your prom or next social occasion here at RaeLynn’s.  High-end Pageant Jewelry from leading brands such as Jim Ball Designs and Sassy South Jewelry.  An amazing selection of sparkling rhinestone shoes from Coloriffics Sizzle.  Spanx Body Shapers by Julie France and other accessories such as Fashion Tape, Touch-ups, Silicone Enhancers and more by Hollywood Fashion Tape.

RaeLynn’s Boutique just isn’t for the women, we have the hottest Tuxedos you’ll find anywhere.  The wide array of tuxedos by Avalon Zootux, Claiborne, Fumagalli, Jean Yves, Perry Ellis and Ralph Lauren to name a few, you’ll  look amazing.  Don’t forget RaeLynn’s has all of the vest and tie color combinations to match our dresses, so you and and your date are ready to hit the red carpet in style!

Stop by and see us today!  We’re located in the Charter Crossing Center, south of the Greenwood Park Mall, behind Kohl’s and the AMC Movie Theater.  Click here for Directions to RaeLynn’s Boutique!

We’re so excited about our upcoming Midnight Madness Sale, we created a commercial for you to see why you NEED to be at RaeLynn’s January 1st from 7pm-Midnight.  Come and pick out the Prom Dress of your dreams at 20-50% off!!  We have 1000 dresses on our floor right now from 20 of the biggest names and designers in the Prom Dress industry.

FREE DRESS GIVEAWAY:
We will have a drawing for a FREE DRESS on Friday night.  One Entry Per Person…  DOUBLE YOUR CHANCES easily and get an extra entry in our drawing for a FREE DRESS, please click on the  [ Share f ] button above to post to your Facebook profile, then leave a comment below!  Double your chances by simply sharing this post!

Jovani, Faviana, Tony Bowls, Mori Lee, Alyce, Precious Formals and many more!  We’ll have several prizes throughout the night and a FREE T-SHIRT for the first 100 ladies through the door and a free gift with every purchase!!  Mark your calendar, tell your friends come see us Friday January 1st to kick off 2010 in style!!

We’re located just south of Indianapolis in Greenwood, Indiana, behind the AMC movie theater, Best Buy and Kohls Department store.  Click here for Directions to RaeLynns!

See you there!

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Come kick off 2010 in style at RaeLynn’s Boutique!

Ladies, get ready to rock out 2010 with the Amazing selection of Prom Dresses we have at RaeLynn’s.  We have the LARGEST  inventory, with over 1000 dresses IN STOCK and most of all.. THE BEST.. selection you’ll find in Indiana.  Hundreds of Short Dresses, Long Dresses, Printed, Black and more.

We have recently been voted the #1 Women’s Boutique in Indianapolis and named one of the TOP 10 Prom stores in the US.  You’ll know why when you see our showroom floor and experience our awesome customer service.

We guarantee we won’t sell the same dress to your school, so that means to get the Largest selection, Shop Early!  Help us kick off the largest sale you’ll see at RaeLynn’s this year with our Midnight Madness Sale!!

Come join us Friday January 1st, 2010 from 7pm to 12am

* Prom Dress giveaway to one lucky person that night, no purchase required!

* Prom Shoe give away – come see and WIN a pair of the hottest shoes this season.

*  RaeLynn’s has 1000 dresses in stock and ready to go.

* Everything in stock will be 20-50% off.

* A free gift with every purchase.

* First 100 girls in will receive a free RaeLynn’s Boutique T-Shirt.

* And more…

See you there!!

Jovani Ball Gowns

We will be having our annual Thanksgiving / Anniversary Sale this weekend!  Please stop in on Friday from 9-6 or Saturday from 10-4 for 20% off all in stock items! This includes dresses, jewelry, purses, shoes and much, much more!

With over 700 dresses currently in stock, its no wonder we were nominated as Indy’s Best Dress Boutique!  Shop now for the largest selection! Remember that we offer layaway and will register your dress for your function! We guarantee that we will not sell the same dress to the same event!

RaeLynn’s has the perfect stocking stuffer! Ask Santa for a RaeLynn’s gift certificate!

A big thank you to everyone who attended our 1st Anniversary Open House. It was a huge success!

*discount excludes bridesmaids, previously purchased merchandise, gift certificates, tuxedos & special orders

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Join us this Tuesday Nov. 24th from 4-6pm.   Stop in for some refreshments, networking, and to see what RaeLynn’s Boutique is all about and why Indianapolis voted us #1 Best Womens Boutique on the A-List!

We will be offering 20% off all in stock merchandise.  We want to Thank You for making this such a great first year.  We look forward to many many more!