Pat's Gowns was started more than 44 years ago by Pat Whorton, the mother of the current owners, Ivy McCarn and Debbie Hallman.

As a very talented and visionary seamstress, Pat wanted every young woman's dream to come true as she walked into her special occasion with THE gown. She passed along this dream to her daughters and the many other family members who worked there as Pat's Gowns grew throughout the years.

This icon of Waco - as it was described by a customer during the 2018 PROM season - has outlasted many of the gown shops that were there in the beginning, survived the expansion of I 35, and has survived the many changes in fashion since 1985.

Now, 44 years later, Pat's Gowns is able to provide customers who walk through the door with the perfect stylish gown for the occasion and provide customer service that has been described as..."professional, honest, funny, reasonable...it’s like shopping with your girlfriends."

Come see us. We can provide you with the BEST prices in town and 44+ years of knowledge, which can lead you to the perfect dress, accessories, and often to much needed services from other professionals for your special occasion.