Archive for August, 2009

Colorblock Shift Dress ($36.00)
Rating: Buy it Never
Fit: This dress runs big and does absolutely nothing for a woman’s figure. I’m all about the shapeless ‘60s shift dresses but not when they’re made of cheap-feeling satin that crinkles before you step out of the dressing room.
Versatility: The triple snap back reminded me of Austin Powers. [...]

Elizabeth and James’ way: Silk Chiffon Shrug ($365)
Forever 21’s way: Satin Embroidered Wrap Top ($27.80)

Chenille Leopard Coat ($27.80)
Rating: Buy it Never
Fit: I’m so sad that the fabric feels exactly like a crappy couch because the jacket fits well and the retro shape is very chic. I’m hoping they come out with the exact same piece in a different fabric.
Versatility: Place your TV dinner on it while watching [...]

1. Forever 21 cardigan, Ann Taylor belt, vintage brooch, Forever 21 studded sandals
2. Forever 21 necklace, lia sophia bracelet, Manolo Blahnik d’Orsays
3. Gap jean jacket, Urban Outfitters locket necklace, Nocona boots

Bead Trim Tiered Dress ($27.80)
Rating: Trendy for Now
Fit: I was pleasantly surprised by this dress, especially at the impressive beaded neckline. The back is a little cheap looking but not the worst. Plus, if you have long hair you can just cover the satin strap. Since it’s shapeless, it needs to be shorter. So unless [...]

American Apparel’s way: Afrika print ($42)
Forever 21’s way: Abstract Ikat Pocket Top ($17.80)

1. BCBG leather jacket, Forever 21 lace cami, Manolo Blahnik gladiator sandals, assorted silver and black bracelets
2. Forever 21 cardigan, Gap tank, Burberry sneakers
3. Banana Republic button-down, Carrera sunglasses, Calvin Klein belt, bangle from London flea market, Banana Republic espadrilles
4. Diane von Furstenberg top, Victoria’s Secret cardigan, Manolo Blahnik neon sandals, grandmother’s pearl bracelet
5. Forever [...]

Nicole Richie’s way: House of Harlow Black Resin Necklace ($112)
Forever 21’s way: Bar Scale Necklace ($14.80)
Read the review of the Forever 21 necklace here.
Photo credit: Jean Baptiste Lacroix/Getty Images

Black Halo’s way: Keyhole Ruffle Sleeve Mini Dress ($325)
Forever 21’s way: Evangeline Dress ($29.80)

Vanessa Hudgens’ way: Black Halo One Shoulder Mini Jackie Dress ($345)
Forever 21’s way: Delilah One Shoulder Dress ($19.80)
Photo credit: Carlos Alvarez/Getty Images


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