Be it gearing up for your school’s prom or shopping for a formal event, we know that it can be equal parts exciting and stressful. After all, much of how the evening will turn out hinges on whether you’re feeling comfortable and confident. And when you’re rocking a dress that you look good in, you’re bound to feel good as well. To take the stress out of your formal prep, we’ve rounded up some shops where you can get prom dresses and evening gowns in Singapore.
These include a mix of local online and physical boutiques, as well as overseas-based online platforms. Happy shopping!
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Colour-coordinated collections to match your besties.
For those who don’t need something super flashy, The Thread Theory carries pretty dresses priced from just $15. Style it with the right accessories and you’ll look like a million bucks nonetheless. Even their more formal picks are priced under forty bucks, so this is definitely a go-to for budget babes.
Oh, and if you’re a bride-to-be planning your bridesmaids’ dresses, their colour-based collections will come in clutch. These feature a range of different designs and silhouettes so that each of your bridesmaids can find something that complements their frame, while still looking cohesive as a unit on your big day.
Delivery time: 2-4 working days, express delivery available at $7 for 1-2 working days delivery
Delivery fee: Free for orders $60 and above, $3.50 otherwise
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Pre-loved vintage-style prom dresses.
Tucked away amidst sporting goods and spectacle shops at Queensway Shopping Centre is Daisypasie, a boutique selling pre-loved prom dresses that are as whimsical and adorable as its name. They specialise in vintage styles which are a throwback to the ‘90s and ‘00s, along with vibrant colour palettes featuring pastels and gradients.
The good thing about snagging these beauties second-hand is that prices can be as low as $49. Fret not about their condition, as the boutique goes through rigorous checks to ensure that everything they put up for sale has been well maintained.
Address: 1 Queensway, #03-46, Queensway Shopping Centre, Singapore 149053
Opening hours: By appointment only, book a Daisypasie fitting online
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Convertible, 4-in-1 dresses.
With a sole focus on formal wear, JJ’s House is a Hong Kong-based retailer with outposts in the UK and, luckily for us, Singapore. This means you’ll be able to receive your goods in as little as 5 days.
Their catalogue is incredibly extensive, but you’ll be able to browse efficiently with handy filters catering to your preferences. For instance, are you looking for something long, short, modest, backless, made of satin, glittery, or convertible? Prices start from $89, and first-time customers can benefit from free custom sizing and alterations.
Delivery time: 5-12 days
Delivery fee: From $27, exact price calculated at checkout based on items in order
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Option to secure your dress online and try before you buy.
For the uninitiated, Pomelo is a fashion brand from Thailand, established in 2013. Their online store allows you to browse conveniently by occasion. Categories include Dinners & Night Outs, and Wedding Guest—these 2 would be your best bet when it comes to finding prom dresses and evening gowns. Within these categories, you’ll find dresses priced from $44.90.
Make use of their Tap Try Buy function online to secure your shortlisted dresses so they don’t sell out. You can then head down to their outlet at 313@Somerset to try them all on, and purchase the perfect dress for you without worrying whether it’ll be a good fit.
Address: 313 Orchard Road, #B1-23 to 34, 313@Somerset, Singapore 238895
Opening hours: 11am to 10pm, daily
Delivery time: 2-6 working days
Delivery fee: Free for orders $40 and above, $3.50 otherwise
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Sorts out dresses based on petite and plus-sized designs.
With inclusivity in mind, Frockalicious has dedicated collections for both petite and plus-sized girlies. If you’re looking for dresses that veer away from gaudy details and loud prints, you’ll like the Pleats Please collection which showcases expertly crafted silhouettes and tasteful constructions that are sure to draw compliments.
Score a bargain from their sale catalogue, with prices slashed as low as $30, down from a triple-digit price tag. Come CNY season, you’ll be able to snag gorgeous cheongsams and qipaos (from $40) here which strike a delicate balance between modern and traditional.
Delivery time: 2-3 working days for ready stock, 8-12 working days for preorders
Delivery fee: Free for orders $100 and above, $5 otherwise
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Discounts up to 80% off.
We all know Zalora. Besides being a convenient online shopping hub for big brands like Abercrombie & Fitch, Calvin Klein, and Desigual, the platform also has lots of prom dress and evening gown options. They can also ship your loot over the very next day for a top-up of $9.90, in case you’ve procrastinated a little too long on your dress procurement.
Their “browse by discount amount” filter allows you to find luxury pieces with prices slashed by as much as 80%. Basic evening dresses are priced from a mere $21.55, while the luxury range has pieces priced from $110—not bad at all.
Delivery time: 3-5 working days, next-day delivery available from $9.90
Delivery fee: Varies depending on package weight and delivery address, discounts apply for orders $69 and above
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Sleek and elegant designs.
Most known for foolproof wardrobe staples and trendy streetwear pieces, SuperGurl also carries formal dresses. Their selection emphasises sleek and simple designs with silhouettes that let your figure do the talking. Prices start from $42.90 for their full-length dresses.
Although they’ve discontinued self-collection at their physical outlets at ION Orchard and Plaza Singapura, there’s a handy listing on each product page to let you know if the particular design and its respective sizes are available in-store. That way, you can swing by to pick it up if you need it more urgently than the courier delivery window allows.
Address: View the full list of SuperGurl outlets
Delivery time: 1-3 working days
Delivery fee: Varies depending on package weight and delivery address
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Luxury boutique with 30 years of experience.
Having been in the biz for over 30 years, Satine Gowns has been dressing ladies up for special occasions throughout various stages of life. Sift through their online catalogue or hit up their boutique conveniently located in Orchard, they’ve got youthful dresses for prom night as well as sophisticated gowns for galas and D&Ds. As an authorised retailer for a US-based designer label called Jovani, Satine Gowns also carries an extensive range of plus-size dresses.
Prices are quotation-based, starting from $650. It’s on the premium end for sure, but something to consider if you’re gunning for that luxe, Hollywood-worthy look.
Address: 176 Orchard Road, #02-48, The Centrepoint, Singapore 238843
Opening hours: Mon 11am to 7pm (Mondays) | 11am-8pm (Tuesdays to Saturdays) | Closed on Sundays
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Offers personal stylist service.
Love, Bonito is every OL’s best friend, but don’t sleep on their formal wear options. Apply the “Fancy” filter on their online catalogue to uncover loads of prom and gala-friendly picks priced from just $30. To complete the experience for your special event, engage Love, Bonito’s Book-A-Stylist service. A dedicated stylist will put together tailored options based on your preferences, aspects of your appearance including your body shape, skin tone, and hair colour, and even your personality.
The session costs $30 to book, but that amount will then be redeemable for your in-store purchase so it’s essentially complimentary help. If you’d like more time to consider your purchase, that credit will stay valid from a year of your styling session.
Address: View the full list of LoveBonito outlets
Delivery time: 3-5 working days
Delivery fee: $5, express delivery available at $8 for 1-2 working days delivery
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Edgy dresses with grunge and coquette influences.
Calling all lasses who prefer prom dresses that are on the edgier side, we recommend Younghungryfree. Their style mantra is: “For the risk takers and rule breakers”—’nuff said. Their formal-appropriate dresses feature dark and grungy details, along with some coquette influences to strike that pretty/spunky balance.
While the regular-priced dresses start from an already pocket-friendly $38.80, you can bag marked-down dresses from as little as $10.
Delivery time: 1-3 working days
Delivery fee: Free for orders $80 and above, $3.80 otherwise
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Versatile dresses that can be reworn for other occasions.
Loveandbravery carries formal to semi-formal dresses that would work well for prom and special events, especially if you style them with the right accessories. The best part is, you can continue wearing these versatile pieces for other occasions down the line, getting more bang for your buck.
You can filter your search by colour, material, length of sleeves and hem, style, and pattern. Dress prices start from $45, although you can cop sale pieces from as low as $20. Save on shipping fees by collecting your dress from 1 of their 3 outlets in Singapore, or their HQ at Tai Seng.
Address: View the full list of Loveandbravery outlets
Delivery time: 3-5 working days
Delivery fee: Varies depending on package weight and delivery address
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Designed in Singapore.
Having been in the local fashion scene since 2007, OGs know that MDS used to be one of the go-to pit stops at the mall. Sadly, they had to shutter all physical boutiques in 2019. But all hope is not lost, as their prom dresses are still available online.
Long dresses are priced from $63.90, but they have clearance sales where prices can go as low as $19.17 thanks to a 70% markdown. Fun fact: everything they sell is borne from a design process that has taken place right in Singapore, which means you’ll get to support local on your special night out.
Delivery time: 3-5 working days
Delivery fee: Varies depending on package weight and delivery address
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Wide range of styles, with sale pieces from $20.
Given the sheer scale of ASOS, it’s no shocker that the online retail platform carries tonnes of formal dress options. These run the gamut of styles and aesthetics, from clean-cut and classy to vibrant, cheerful shades in playful silhouettes.
And with ASOS’ regular sales, you can look forward to discounted prices to the point of bagging a chic long dress for just $20. With thousands of listings under the prom dresses tag, you’ll be scrolling till your finger’s sore.
Delivery time: 6 working days, express 2-day delivery available at $46
Delivery fee: Free for orders $90 and above, $13 otherwise
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Lowest prices and dedicated plus-size collections.
SHEIN hardly needs an introduction. It’s the online fashion hub with arguably the most extensive range, at dirt cheap prices. Get this: there are full-length dresses for just $9. Add the $1 flat rate for shipping, and you’ve got your prom dress done and dusted for 10 bucks. Tip: browse the SHEIN Curve collection for lots of formal dress options for plus-sized baddies.
That said, their garments are not exactly known for being super high quality. If you’re the sort who’d prefer not to shell out that much moolah for a dress you’re likely to only wear once, this would be a good choice.
Delivery time: 5-7 working days
Delivery fee: Free for orders $40 and above, $1 otherwise
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Thousands of options for formal dresses.
California-based online retailer, Revolve, has been in the biz for 18 years. Their catalogue is said to comprise a whopping 49,000+ pieces, of which many are formal options. Sift through their categories such as Night Out, Black Tie, Special Event, and Wedding Guest to find the level of va-va-voom you’re after.
Prices start from $85.32, and can go up to 4 figures if you’re in your luxury era and have the bank account to match.
Delivery time: 6-9 working days
Delivery fee: Free for orders $100 and above, $5 otherwise
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Focuses on sustainability and local manufacturing.
Established in 2009, L.A.-based Reformation is a fashion platform which champions sustainable practices and local manufacturing. Design-wise, they’re all about celebrating the feminine form—which is why you’ll see lots of body-hugging dresses in their catalogue made with gorgeous fabrics.
With prices ranging from $220 to $935, their dresses certainly cost a pretty penny. On the bright side, they do offer free shipping to Singapore on all orders, so that will offset the sting just a tad.
Delivery time: 3-8 working days
Delivery fee: Free for all orders
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Luxury brands like Dolce & Gabbana and Oscar de la Renta.
In the market for a branded piece? The Outnet, operating from London, is a convenient one-stop platform carrying over 350 fashion labels. These include Balmain, Dolce & Gabbana, Oscar de la Renta, and Stella McCartney.
If you can’t justify splurging on the 3-, sometimes 4-figure price tags attached to these designer brands, The Outnet also has more affordable pieces priced under $100 for a full-length dress. There are also clearance sales where prices are slashed by up to 70%, bringing the cost down to a cool US$25 (~$32.28).
Delivery time: Calculated at checkout, express delivery is available at $25 for 3-6 working days delivery
Delivery fee: Calculated at checkout, free express delivery for orders USD$300 (~S$388.24) and above
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From Hollywood glam to coquette-core, these shops carry a wide variety of prom dresses and evening gowns. Have a blast searching for the perfect dress on your big night. Don’t forget that part of the fun is the journey towards your dream ‘fit, and all the options you’ll explore along the way. And with prices from just $10, you’ll be able to win Best Dressed without burning a hole in your wallet.
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