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you look delicious, your date looks charming, and yet nothing was better than the awkward hug, i'm sure. xo.
Oh yeah, I probably had that somewhere in my subconscious when I was thinking of putting together this outfit.
Really like your things to consider. Especially... budget. Not to hate too much, but some of my college roomies have a strange habit of spending an assload of money on one time occassions. Of course, if the piece is amazing -- then I'm all for it. But I just know they'll complain that they can't wear it again because it's already been on facebook. SIGH. Anyway, you look awesome. Great inspiration.
Sounds like little socialites in the making! lol, yeah unfortunately I am not one. Glad you found the tips helpful!!! :D
i am uber jealous you got to go to a faux prom. i mean, who gets to go to a ball (unless you attend a military one with a dear friend- not me) at 24?! you looked fabulous lulu. i love the fact that you were dressed up but also comfortable.
Yup, there were fireworks at midnight, 11 rotating bands, 5 stage setups, and sometime during the night I passed out on his shoulder inside the Symphony.
i adore long dresses and i've been thinking about purchasing one but i'm nervous that because of my height (i'm almost 5'10) and frame (curves) i might look pregnant. thoughts?
I would suggest a stiffer or heavier fabric, not so flowy, with more of a "shape" to avoid the pregnant effect.
I do! Hmmm I'll try and attach it. I might be a little red from the champagne though.
Max & Co.
jersey maxi
black
dress
$100
H&M
faux leather
black
jacket
$50
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I feel like prom. But it’s not. For one thing, I’m 24 and not 18. Sigh. Second thing, my actual prom had my classmates and I cramped into a small overpriced space in the basement of some fancy schmancy hotel. Thank GOD it’s not prom!
Confronted with the challenge of putting together a “formal” outfit on the cheap, there were a few things I had to consider:
1. Fabrication – cheaper fabrics means you need to make up for it in the formality of the dress. Example: my dress is jersey, therefore, I looked for a long dress to distinguish it from your typical “night” dress.
2. Silhouette – sometimes a complicated ballgown isn’t necessary. One of my favorite looks from the night was this girl wearing a beaded sari. I love the idea of an unconventional shape. I’m so over the ballgown. Unless it is completely over-the-top a la Scarlett in Gone with the Wind.
3. Accessories – if you choose to go more casual, like I did, a good idea is to load up on accessories to make the overall look more cohesive and interesting.
4. Budget – remember, this is a one time thing (at least for me). Think hard before you invest in something too far out of your normal style. I can easily wear this dress again on a more casual occasion.
Also attached: my shoes, my date
POST-EDIT: Hmm I have no idea why my face looks so washed out in these photos. Must be the flash. Sorry about that, kids.
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