$75 New Year's Eve Party Dress Challenge

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Fashion Me Fabulous' very own becca is throwing her annual New Year's bash, and this year it's formal. Both of us thought this would be a great opportunity to try out some new trends with "fast fashion." My dress budget is $30, and hers is $40. Throw in shoes and accessories, and you have the $75 New Year's Eve party dress challenge!

Sequin Trend: I am deeply considering this white sequin trapeze dress from Forever 21 ($24.80). I've never worn sequins before, but what better time than New Year's? I'm loving the idea of green tights ($5.99 at Target), but I'd still want to carry a pink clutch ($19.99 at Target). Since the collar is silver and my accessories are colorful, I'd wear silver peep toes ($19.80 at Forever 21) with it. Total: $70.58
Fifties Prom: Nordstrom is having a dress sale which makes this green lace dress $38.90. Both pay homage to the recent surge in 1950s party dresses. Add shimmer with gold embellished flats ($16.99 at Payless). Wear this multi-strand gold necklace ($12.99 at Target) to match the shoes and a cameo ring ($3.80 at Forever 21) adds extra femininity. Total: $72.68
Shape: Dresses are also on clearance at Target. This silver balloon sleeve dress ($17.49) would look great toughened up with tall black boots ($14.99 at Target) and a purple sash belt ($7.80 from Forever 21) to add shape. Frame bags ($17.49 at Target)have a strong shape, and this mod necklace ($7.80 at Forever 21) will pop against the silver dress. Total: $65.57

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iDIAV said…
awesome ideas! dontcha love f21 and target for these kinds of events.

im also searching for something to wear... i may even end up making it and pairing it with my closetload of unworn shoes. perhaps i'll post whatever i decide to wear.

again, great finds!
December 20, 2007 at 2:55 PM
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