First of all, I’m back after disappearing for two weeks from the blogging world. And crawling out of my hole, I’ve brought with me a new SF series: Splurge vs. Save. It’s just a way to prove that you can have great outfits that look like you’ve stepped right off the runway and dropped a full month’s rent on one top — without spending even fraction of that. Hope you enjoy!
Look 1: A few months ago I blogged about the 2010 tie-dye trend and featured this Proenza Schouler 2010 RTW tie-dye dress costing more than $2,700, but who said you have to pay anywhere near that!? So check out this Forever 21 tie-dye dress for less than $25! Very similar, don’t ya think?
Total Cost: $4,475 vs. $98
Product Information: Splurge: Proenza Schoulder Tie-dye embroidered hem-dress from Net-A-Porter, $2,760; Giuseppe Zanotti For Balmain Black Leather heels from farfetch.com, $1,055; Bottega Veneta Patent Envelope clutch from Net-A-Porter, $660; Save: Tie-dye dress from Forever 21, $23; Black cross-over high heel shoes from Debenhams, $40; Button Clutch from Amazon, $35
Look 2: I think this outfit is perfect for wedding season. It’s conservative, girly… and just gorgeous. I’d skip a necklace and wear bold, statement earrings.
Total Cost: $2,250 vs. $116
Product Information: Splurge: Fendi Draped crepe dress from Net-A-Porter, $1,670, Hadley Strappy Sandal from Michael Kors, $295; Crytsal Drop Earrings from vivre.com, $285; Save: Emanuel Ungaro Silk-organza dress from The Outnet, $42; Report Leia Shoe from Heels.com, $54; Stone and Drape Chain Drop Earrings from ASOS, $20
*Note: Because these outfits were created in June (yes, I procrastinated this post for a month), some of the items featured may be discounted or sold out.
What do you think? Do you like the looks I’ve created? Do you have any pieces that mock more expensive designer items?
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