Yesterday I headed on down to Shea’s for Gowns 4 Proms, an event that is sponsored by News 4 and CW23, Colvin Cleaners, The Boulevard Mall, Shea’s Performing Arts Center, TT NY, and Enterprise.

Through Gowns 4 Proms, people and businesses are able to donate new or gently used prom dresses to girls who may not otherwise be able to have a gown. The dresses are cleaned and displayed on the main stage at Shea’s and girls from local high schools can come in, try on gowns, pick one they love and have it tailored to fit them and delivered to their school!

When I arrived, the stage was crowded with hundreds of gorgeous dresses (which I couldn’t help but browse through and wish I was going to my prom all over again). For a few minutes it was mayhem as girls with their friends or parents came in and rifled through dresses in search of that one perfect gown. I was a little upset that girls didn’t gauge out each others eyes for my favorite dress (which oddly remained on the rack, untouched) but it seemed as if everyone I saw ended up with exactly what they wanted.

I was fortunate enough to speak with Cyndee Billoni of Colvin Cleaners and  Tony Conte of Shea’s. They were able to explain to me how this amazing event got started and has grown exponentially over the past 5 years.

To hear their amazing stories and check out some great behind the scenes action, check out the video!

Hope to write again soon with my next exciting adventure!