I started dancing about 2 1/2 years ago and added private lessons about 8 months ago. I'm doing my first comp, not a big event, in early June. I'd LOVE to buy a fabulous dress, but there's no way I can afford it. Previously I did a showcase and got very lucky with finding a beautiful dress on sale at a department store for Rumba. For my comp I'll be doing Freestyle Fox Trot, Waltz and Tango. Does anyone have advice on finding a dress for under $150 US?

I've been searching online and either the prices are too high, the sizes aren't right (I need a large, I'm 5' 8") or the style isn't flattering for me. I'd prefer tea-length and elegant with bling, rather than elaborate. Shorter is OK too. I'm 60, but gave good genes, so look younger, but I want to dress appropriately for my age. Am I dreaming? Yes, I looked at the ads here, but they're all tiny sizes and way over my budget.