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Sunday, November 8th, 2009

Style It Less

Under $50 Spring Look : Paisley Maxi Dress

Under $50 Spring Look : Paisley Maxi Dress

Like I promised yesterday, here is the first installment of my Maxi Dress Fashion show (haha). My spring look wearing the Forever21 Paisley Print Maxi Dress.
Forever21 Paisley Print Maxi Dress, $22.80
Cato Gladiator Flats, $8
Sterling Watch, gift
Gold & Silver butterfly bracelet, gift
Teardrop earrings, $3.99
Black Sunnies, $10
This paisley maxi dress is gorgeous if I say so myself. Actually, my husband said it’s pretty . It’s also very comfortable and light. I have to tell you though that the dress is floor length. In the standing picture, notice how I was scrunching it on the side? Because it’s long and …read more

Look For Less : Embroidered Dress & Flats

Look For Less : Embroidered Dress & Flats

I was going to leave Forever21 alone for a week but I couldn’t help myself and visited this Tuesday morning to check on new dresses. I saw a red strapless embroidered dress which I thought is pretty. In the end I decided to feature the blue dress version for this Spring/Summer Look For Less outfit instead of the red.
Strapless Embroidered Dress, $19.80
Silver Rhinestone Flats, $18.99
Tribal Medallion Necklace, $7.80
Interlocked hoop Earrings, $3.80
Rhinestone Bracelet, $5.80

Accessory Bug Black quilted faux leather tote, $40.99
That tribal medallion necklace is pretty, isn’t it? I would probably wear that with pretty much anything. The black quilted tote …read more

Look For Less : Print Tunic, Jeans & Flats

February 11, 2009 by Dexie Wharton  
Filed under A Little Bit Of Help, Bargain Stores

Look For Less : Print Tunic, Jeans & Flats

Here’s a casual day outfit for Under $100. A way to make a regular graphic tee and jeans ensemble look chic and sophisticated.
Paris Print Tunic, $11.80
Merona Low-rise boot-cut jeans, $22.99
V-neck sweater cardigan, $19.80
Trio Heart Charm Necklace, $5.80
Abstract hoop earrings, $4.80
Red Flats, $8.50 (6 to 10)
Merona Black Satchel, $24.99
The sweater cardigan should be worn unbuttoned. Make the outfit fun by adding color through the shoes. Cute eh? This would also work with a pair of Chuck Taylor’s. An under $100 look that would work with flats,  heels, or canvas sneakers. Now that’s what we call versatile styling . …read more

Look For Less : Tiana B Abstract Print Dress

Look For Less : Tiana B Abstract Print Dress

As soon as I saw the Tiana B Abstract Print Dress, I knew exactly how I would wear it in 2 different ways. They are really  simple Looks for Less ideas. It all comes down to changing the shoes and accessories.
 
Tiana B Abstract Print Dress, $25
Black Round Toe Buckled Knee-high boots, $27.99
Teardrop hoop earrings, $5.80
bracelet bangle set, $4.80
Black faceted beads necklace, $4.80

Check out the second look after the fold…

Under $100 Look : Embroidery & Wedges

February 2, 2009 by Dexie Wharton  
Filed under A Little Bit Of Help, Bargain Stores

Under $100 Look : Embroidery & Wedges

Here’s an Under $100 Look  you could wear for a sunny day. Maybe an outfit to greet Spring .
Embroidered Peasant Top, $19.80
Old Navy mid-rise bootcut “the flirt” jeans, $25
Rainbow Sliced bangle set, $5.80
Multi Flower Earrings, $4.80
White multi strap wedge, $22.99
white patent frame bag, $19

I’ve always had an affinity for Peasant tops. If gives you that bohemian look without looking too much like you’re trying too hard to be a hippie. Not that there is anything wrong with the latter if that’s your style. Embroidered peasant tops just possesses that cutesy yet feminine touch. Overall total of this …read more

Under $100 Look : Colorblock Dress & Boots

Under $100 Look : Colorblock Dress & Boots

As soon as I saw this colorblock knotted dress from Forever21, I knew exactly how I would wear it. Let me show you how. 

Knotted colorblock dress, $19.80
MIA Suede Ankle Boots, $36.99
Leesa Metallic Bangle, $4.80
Vintage floral pendant necklace, $4.80
Stud Earrings, $4.80

The overall total of this look is $71.19. You can wear black tights underneath if you want. I feel like showing off my legs at the moment . During Summer, a silver or black flats would go nicely with this colorblock dress too.
(Images : Forever21, Overstock)

Under $100 Look : Belted Painted Flower Dress & Gladiator Pumps

Under $100 Look : Belted Painted Flower Dress & Gladiator Pumps

As soon as I saw this multicolored belted painted dress from Forever21 I knew exactly what shoes to wear it with. Let me show you how I’d wear it.

Belted Painted Flower Dress, $22.80
Black Faux-Leather gladiator pumps, $22.80
Lilith Plate bracelet, $7.80
Polished lucite hoop earrings, $4.80

That gladiator pumps is to die for. I don’t think I’ll be over the gladiator trend this year. Especially if it looks like the one in the picture. It adds such an oomph into any outfit. Except the gladiator boots of course. Now that’s a no-no .
(Images : Forever21)

Under $100 Look : Connected Apparel Floral Print Swing Dress & Boots

Under $100 Look : Connected Apparel Floral Print Swing Dress & Boots

This Connected Apparel Placement Print Swing Dress has haunted me for months. It goes way back to last year. Before and during the holidays. See, I wanted it, but I wasn’t willing to pay the sale price yet. 2 days ago was a different story. It’s finally on sale with a price tag I am very willing to pay for. I think you’d like it too so here’s an Under $100 Look for it.

Connected Apparel Placement Print Swing Dress, $34.99 (6 to 16)
Anne Michelle Tulip black boots, $24.99
Faceted Stone Bracelet, $3.80
Textured Circle Earrings, $4.80

Or, you could  change …read more

Under $100 Look : Magenta Tiered Dress

Under $100 Look : Magenta Tiered Dress

Step away from your LBD for a bit. Don’t get me wrong, I am a HUGE fan of Little Black Dresses but it’s ok to go for other colors like magenta sometimes. Especially if it is like this tiered strapless dress from Forever21. Can you believe it’s under $25?
Magenta Tiered Strapless Dress, $22.80
Opaque jewel earrings, $3.80
Black jeweled cuff, $6.80
Black jewel flap reptile clutch, $16.80
Purple Rhinestones Heels, $22.99 (6-10)

The overall total of this Under $100 Evening Look is $73.19. That dress is gorgeous. It’s actually available in black as well but the magenta is so fierce that I had to …read more

Under $100 Look : Faux Leather Jacket, Red Jumper, Jeans and Boots

Under $100 Look : Faux Leather Jacket, Red Jumper, Jeans and Boots

This was my Under $100 Look when I went out to finish my Christmas shopping. I’m officially done, how about you? I thought my red jumper looked appropriately festive .
black faux leather jacket, $12 from Goody’s
red belted jumper, $9.99
Old Navy jeans, $24.99
Wild Diva Black Boots, $15
MUDD red wide band watch, $8.99
CATO sterling silver bangles, $3.99

I love my faux leather jacket. It’s light and it’s just right to warm me up from the North Carolina winter weather. Not to mention it was on sale for $12
(Image : DJW/Style It Less)

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