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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 10:32

Hi Ladies,

I need to buy a dress for my brother's engagement party. It's very fancy and so I will need a lovely dress, prom dress style. I've exhausted a lot of the shops in the malls and I'm running out of ideas. I'm also reluctant to spend a stupid amount of money as I will only wear this dress once! I'm looking for something around 1000-1500 dhs at most. Does anybody know any specialist shops in this price range?

Thanks so much xx

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 18:38

What about BEBE!! I always get my gowns from there.

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 15:28

Check out al hana centre on Mankhol (sp) street - near what was Ridges plaza roundabout.

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 15:26

Emur - I have just sent you an email so you can remove your email address. Thank you so much! LuLee - I will check out Bustan Centre, I'm not sure I know where it is, but I'm sure I will find it, it sounds exactly like what I am looking for. Thanks Chi2dxb - I will check out the other branches and see if they have more sizes. My guess is both Festival Centre and Marina Mall probably have less traffic so I am more likely to find my size! Thank you everyone else for the suggestion of tailors in Satwa. I will make note of everywhere that you have recommended if not for this, but definitely for the future. My mom wants to have a small bolero made to match her dress, so I certainly know that I will need a tailor for that at least.

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 13:46

There's a Mumbai se in festival city and marina mall in addition to Dubai mall

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 13:42

The best tailor that I have used in Satwa is Coventry and the tailors name is Ishwer....he does amazing work. My whole office goes to him ;o)

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 13:24

i got one from a shop in dubai mall called mumbai se. Its was a navy blue full length gown one shoulder with diamonte embelshments on the shoulder. the fabric is french chiffon and it hugs the body beautifully. I got it in the sale for about 2000 aed 2 years ago but they had some cheaper ones too. its a beautiful dress and i wore it to a christmas ball too and it looked stunning,. I love that store! The dress sounds amazing mushypeas! Do you have any pics of it from their website? Ive checked their FB page and no there isnt a picture of the dress :( I got it in the sale in 2009 I think or 2010) have a look at the other dresses on the FB page

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 12:28

You know I remember looking for an evening dress in al Bustan Centre. I'm pretty sure that's the correct name. It's in the border of Sharjah and Dubai. I think in Al Qusais? Anyway it's just stores after stores full of gowns embroidered with crystals from top to bottom. There are some fabulous and extravagant dresses to nice classy dresses. They have everything. Mind you this was a couple of years ago but I'm sure it's still there. I'm sure you'll find your dress there.

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 12:20

I always hesitate to recommend a tailor but have used Sunrise Western Tailors in Satwa and been satisfied with what they have done, although it is some time since I have had anything made. I presume they are still there. Mustafa who owns it is a nice guy and I have always told him I want his 'best tailor' to do my work. If you do a search on here you will find several recommendations for other places.

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 12:14

Hello Sey83 drop me an elf mail and I'll give you the details and some pics of the ones I have had done <em>edited by emur on 28/01/2013</em>

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 12:09

I sometimes pass by lots of dress shops in Deira and Sharjah...but I've never really paid much attention to them. Does anybody know of any or bought a dress from such a place that they could recommend?

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 12:08

Thanks all so much for the suggestions! Amelia/Emur - I have considered getting one made at Satwa, I've just never ever done that before! Do you have a specific shop that you use and can guarantee would make a well-made dress? Usually I wouldn't be so picky, but it's my brother's occasion and so I want something special. Ideally I would love to just be able to find a readymade one, but I'm definitely willing to consider getting one made. I have time - the party is on the 21st Feb. Mushypeas - I tried the Dubai Mall branch a few days ago, and you're right they have fantastic dresses. I actually really liked one, but it was sale period so sizes were very limited. Do you know if they have another branch? I should have asked! Jasmine57 - thank you for the offer. Unfortunately, the two colours I have ruled out are white and black. I might go for black if I don't have any other options, but definitely not white...I know it's an engagement party but I would feel weird wearing white!!

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 11:36

i got one from a shop in dubai mall called mumbai se. Its was a navy blue full length gown one shoulder with diamonte embelshments on the shoulder. the fabric is french chiffon and it hugs the body beautifully. I got it in the sale for about 2000 aed 2 years ago but they had some cheaper ones too. its a beautiful dress and i wore it to a christmas ball too and it looked stunning,. I love that store! The dress sounds amazing mushypeas! Do you have any pics of it from their website?

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 11:31

i got one from a shop in dubai mall called mumbai se. Its was a navy blue full length gown one shoulder with diamonte embelshments on the shoulder. the fabric is french chiffon and it hugs the body beautifully. I got it in the sale for about 2000 aed 2 years ago but they had some cheaper ones too. its a beautiful dress and i wore it to a christmas ball too and it looked stunning,.

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 11:31

Are you Interested in a long fitted strapless off-white satin dress with fishtail effect at back ? Its a Size 12 and looks fab with lots of bling accessories. I bought it from Debenham's (Debut range) and its only been worn once. Email me at pridff at yahoo dot com if you are interested.

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 11:29

I would second amelia about getting one made in Satwa if you have the time. It takes about a fortnight max including any fittings. I have had dresses for weddings and one for MotB and they were perfect.

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 11:21

If you have enough time have you considered having one made in Satwa? That way you definitely won't see anyone wearing the same dress!

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 10:38

Thanks Lousiedvs - yes I have and they didn't have what I'm looking for. I need something fancier, more like prom dresses that you find in bridal shops. Plus I'm reluctant to buy from somewhere like Coast because i don't want anybody wearing the same as me! <em>edited by SEY83 on 28/01/2013</em>

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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 10:35

Hi Ladies, I need to buy a dress for my brother's engagement party. It's very fancy and so I will need a lovely dress, prom dress style. I've exhausted a lot of the shops in the malls and I'm running out of ideas. I'm also reluctant to spend a stupid amount of money as I will only wear this dress once! I'm looking for something around 1000-1500 dhs at most. Does anybody know any specialist shops in this price range? Thanks so much xx Have you tried coast, i got a full length ball gown from Jane Norman and i have seen them in Lipsy also

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