Most sewing patterns offer options for sleeves or can easily be made modest by lengthening the skirt and adding or lengthening sleeves. That is the beauty of sewing your own clothing - you make it how you want it! You could also add a jacket or bolero to a sleeveless dress. Check out the "Related Links" below for a few modest sewing patterns.
You can find a modest wedding dress pretty much anywhere. Simply go to a bridal shop and tell them what you're looking for, if they don't have it in stock they can order one for you to try on. Bridal stores have a wide range of styles and price ranges that they can accommodate pretty much anyone.
Primark is one place: they are cheap and cheerful!
There are some great books that contain ballroom dress patterns and could be bought from many online stores. Some of those books are Ballroom Dress Patterns and Misses Sewing Pattern.
Wedding dress patterns can be found on many websites online. They can be found on Creative Sewing tips, Denver Fabrics, Wedding Patterns and BurdaStyle Brides.
You can find dress patterns at good prices at various sties which are listed below. Hopefully this will help and make a wonderful dress from it. http://www.modesthandmaidens.com, www.adventuresindressmaking.comwww.craftsolutions.com/www.craftsolutions.com/crafts/AffordablePromDressPatterns.asp
Dress patterns can be found online on various places and also tutorial are available for how to modify dress patterns. The best places to look would be Do It Yourself, Amazon and the DIY Dish.
The best place to start looking for Victorian dress patterns is the website TrulyVictorian. There is also several books available on Victorian dress pattern, and the best place to find those books is Amazon or eBay. Also, Victorian dress patterns can be found for free on dedicated online databases.
No special style or type is needed. Anything tasteful and modest is okay.
Big department stores like Macy's or JC Pennies sell modest prom dresses. There are many other place that sell prom dress but it depends on how much you are willing to pay for it.
Gothic & Lolita Bible includes free Lolita patterns in every issue. You can purchase the magazine on Amazon.
Most wedding dress designers have added more modest designs to their wedding collections. Because of this, you can find modest wedding dresses in most bridal boutiques or big named bridal stores like David's Bridal.
Go to craftown.com/crochet or check out the link I have enclosed for you. This website will provide you with various patterns. You will be able to choose which one fits your liking.