First time blogger

Hi, all! This is my first time blogging and I wanted to tell everyone about my beautiful and sweet 8yo. Emily was chosen to be a NAM NJ State finalist for the Jr. Pre-teen age division. I'm so proud and excited for her. We went looking at formal dresses/gowns this weekend and I think we have decided to use David's Bridal. I'm gonna have to go back this weekend to order it and her shoes. Does anyone have any suggestions on where else we could find a dress for the formal portion that is not terribly far from Toms River? Thanks.