DD17 and I went to a big gown store yesterday and I was amazed at the number of girls buying prom gowns so early. Around here our proms are in early or mid May. The store we were in cannot order a gown for you, they only sell what they have in stock. I'm curious if buying a dress 3-4 mos early is common around the country?
It's common here. Many girls have their dresses already. Many stores won't sell the same dress to 2 girls at the same school so to get your pick, you should shop early.