Yes, a Stylish Dish version of Splurge vs. Steal. I had to jump on the bandwagon. And, I must admit that sometimes I am torn with what to highlight on my blog...pieces I TOTALLY love that may break people's bank OR more affordable pieces that may not be as fab. Luckily, I often find fabulous affordable finds. But, often I am faced with a dilemma.
Here I am featuring two similar looks both focused on a lace top (very on trend), jeans, and flats. A casual yet polished look that could work for a variety of occasions. (I just wore something similar to a friend' son's birthday party.)
The "Steep" look is my splurge and features items I was drawn to at first glance -- despite prices. The prices are a bit mixed because the dark dropped jeans from Citizens of Humanity are on sale (yea!). But the J Crew antique lace top and Tory Burch flats are not cheap at near and over $200.
The Cheap look is incredibly affordable totaling just over $50 for everything (yes, I am serious!) The top is from Forever 21, jeans by Jessica Simpson at Macy's, and flats from Urban Outfitters. You can't go too wrong at these prices. (Although you can go a little wrong -- especially if the lace is itchy and the shoes uncomy, but worth a try, no?)
Will you buy Steep or on the Cheap?
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Easy Breezy Summer Look
This summer look makes me crave an umbrella drink and a walk at sunset down the beach.
I would like to hear some steel drums and never even think about needing a sweater at night.
Can you tell my Hawaiian vacation is less than a month away?
A light, white cotton dress, like this one from James Perse, is a must have for summer and this one is simple and versatile. I love a bold turquoise piece with white. Some nude gladiator sandals (or heels if you are feeling sassier -- or shorter) finish the look with ease. These Badgeley Mischka nude strappy heels are on a great sale for this designer...a beautiful, versatile pair of shoes.
I would like to hear some steel drums and never even think about needing a sweater at night.
Can you tell my Hawaiian vacation is less than a month away?
A light, white cotton dress, like this one from James Perse, is a must have for summer and this one is simple and versatile. I love a bold turquoise piece with white. Some nude gladiator sandals (or heels if you are feeling sassier -- or shorter) finish the look with ease. These Badgeley Mischka nude strappy heels are on a great sale for this designer...a beautiful, versatile pair of shoes.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Someone MUST buy this dress
I love everything abut this dress. I love black and ivory, the easy silhouette, the geometric accents, the chiffon detailing...and the price (under $100).
I have a perfect occasion for it this summer -- an outdoor evening party for dinner and dancing in the Santa Barbara wine country.
If only they had my size....but it might benefit one of my readers. So, grab it and I will forever be green with envy. (Maybe I should buy it and just have it taken in?)
Have you ever bought an item just to have it altered? Should I do it?
I have a perfect occasion for it this summer -- an outdoor evening party for dinner and dancing in the Santa Barbara wine country.
If only they had my size....but it might benefit one of my readers. So, grab it and I will forever be green with envy. (Maybe I should buy it and just have it taken in?)
Have you ever bought an item just to have it altered? Should I do it?
Monday, July 11, 2011
Look for a Summer Evening
My Spring obsession with dresses is moving into summer. Dresses are just so comfortable. And, I love ones that you can dress up with heels and a cute jacket or down with casual flat sandals.
The look below is perfect for an easy breezy summer evening. I have been loving white, ivory and blush toned blazers this summer. So cute and polished. This dress is adorable and on a crazy sales. I am abut to head to online checkout with it but and worrying about the length on my 5'11" frame. But it is under $40 marked down from $130 -- a serious buy.
A nude strappy wedge sandal can be a summer staple. And, I love this turquoise clover pendant.
You could mix up this look with a colored shoe. They make this same Dolce Vita sandal in turquoise but it is sold out...for now.
Click on an item below to browse or buy.
What is your summer obsession? Are you loving dresses too?
The look below is perfect for an easy breezy summer evening. I have been loving white, ivory and blush toned blazers this summer. So cute and polished. This dress is adorable and on a crazy sales. I am abut to head to online checkout with it but and worrying about the length on my 5'11" frame. But it is under $40 marked down from $130 -- a serious buy.
A nude strappy wedge sandal can be a summer staple. And, I love this turquoise clover pendant.
You could mix up this look with a colored shoe. They make this same Dolce Vita sandal in turquoise but it is sold out...for now.
Click on an item below to browse or buy.
What is your summer obsession? Are you loving dresses too?
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