I can't find a dress anywhere!!

Have you found anything close that could be altered by adding red trim and/or straps?

Kind of....I am going to give it another shot at DB and try on some that I could add the red to. It's just so hard for me to find something that will give a lot of support b/c I am top heavy.

What kind of dress a line ball gown?

Umm I am undecided on that elizabeth. I like several different ones.

Custom made?

Do you know anyone that can sew and would be willing to make the dress for you

Keep in mind, you can find a nice long-line bra that will offer the support.

Have you tried halter-style?

Http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Organza-Gown-with-Floral-Detail-SAS1214_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Satin-Side-Drape-Gown-with-Tiered-Skirt-SAS1218_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Sweetheart-Satin-A-Line-Gown-with-Ribbon-at-Waist-WG3182_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Strapless-Satin-A-line-with-Cuff-Neckline-T8778_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Strapless-satin-A-line-gown-with-beaded-lace-and-scalloped-sweet_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns not sure what size you are

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Satin-Pick-up-with-Ribbon-Accent-and-No-Train-T9309_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Satin-Strapless-Trumpet-Gown-With-Ribbon-Waist-WG9871_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns#BVRRWidgetID

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Satin-halterball-gown-with-pick-up-skirt.-9T9250_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Go

Http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Shantung-Taffeta-Ball-Gown-with-Ruched-Bodice-T3185_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Soft-Chiffon-Gown-with-Pleated-Bodice-9WG3095_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Satin-Strapless-with-3D-Floral-Embellisment-9WG3086_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Taffeta-Fit-and-Flare-Gown-with-Pick-Ups-and-Sash-WG3029_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Soft-Chiffon-A-Line-Gown-with-Ruffled-Skirt-9PK3218_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns#BVRRWidgetID

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Satin-A-Line-with-Split-Front-and-Color-Inset-YP3066_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Allover-beaded-corded-lace-A-line-gown.-CT2406_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Cap-Sleeved-Satin-Side-Draped-A-Line-Gown-9T3090_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

The very last one is actually my favorite so far...I made a note of the style # to give to my consultant.

That one is actually my fav too

Have you tried on dresses yet?

you know stapless dress are actually really good. you just need to try on the right size

A couple other tips-

A corset gown can be your best friend money-wise because it usually means less alterations.

Additional embellishments like a broach and/or a sash can be an inexpensive way to add pizzazz to a plain, simple dress. (Don't buy from the bridal shop though- way expensive)

Don't forget Craigs List! You can find dresses that have never been worn for cheap because the bride changed her mind or cancelled the wedding or got pregnant. You could get a $800 gown for $300 and still have room in your budget for alterations.

Well I actually did try on a strapless and it looked okay but my "ladies" weren't held up like I would have liked. @Keatha I will check out craigs list. Thanks!

Well if you like a strapless you can always add staps

This might sound weird, but try prom dress shops. I wanted a certain type of dress, and I ended up finding mine at the prom dress shop I got my senior ball gown from years ago. And it was cheap too - only $270. Also, look through bridal magazines and rip out pictures. Even if you don't like the whole dress, rip it out if you like the neckline, the straps, the length, etc., and circle what you like about it. It will help narrow your search when you go shopping.

Also, check out alfred angelo..the dresses are usually in your price range

http://www.alfredangelo.com/collections/productdisplay.aspx?productID=74d9f07c-a9fa-4a24-a92c-1d7503dbf987&categoryID=32e5a88c-cbf1-498f-afcf-dbfca138c5d3&pg=1&colorId1=

http://www.alfredangelo.com/collections/productdisplay.aspx?productID=3fbee70d-86e7-48d2-9a5b-d623f3fbd521&categoryID=32e5a88c-cbf1-498f-afcf-dbfca138c5d3&pg=1&colorId1=

strapless but has a corset and some red in it

http://www.alfredangelo.com/collections/productdisplay.aspx?productID=2039e191-e45b-4b44-bba1-6a2ac07f9712&categoryID=32e5a88c-cbf1-498f-afcf-dbfca138c5d3&pg=2&colorId1=

http://www.alfredangelo.com/collections/productdisplay.aspx?productID=c6c84920-b245-4fb5-9818-63bb46c49a77&categoryID=32e5a88c-cbf1-498f-afcf-dbfca138c5d3&pg=5&colorId1=

has some red in it

http://www.alfredangelo.com/collections/productdisplay.aspx?productID=3657750d-5422-419e-9dc2-174724b0a06e&categoryID=8b186130-0d63-4e3c-ac5c-aea0d9566e1c&pg=1&colorId1

Have you thought about a local seamstress who could make the gown in your mind? I did that once with a dress I needed for an event. Our event colors were royal blue and silver. I drew the dress I wanted and a friend of mine, who was a wiz with a sewing machine, made the dress for me.

Mind you, these photos were taken in 1990, at least I did not have big 80's hair! LOL!