Get it for way less - SS08 Lanvin Dress

Nothing can compare to a real Lanvin, but many of us would have to pawn our families and other possessions to get our hands on one of those beautiful, billowy dresses from their Spring/ Summer 2008 collection.

photo courtesy style.com

Bebe, who seems to be to clothing what Steve Madden and Bakers are to shoes, has a very similar, less expensive version available online.

It has the same features as the original Lanvin; strapless neckline, pleated, billowy body, bright colour and a ruffled, asymmetrical hem. The only difference in design is the fact that the Bebe dress is belted beneath the bodice.

Ruffle-Hem Maxi Dress
Price: US$169.00
http://www.bebe.com/gp/product/B0014QX0I8/sr=1-17/qid=1212662510/ref=sr_1_17/104-8022857-1967157?ie=UTF8&fontColor=&node=&m=A2FMOXN01TSNYY&totalItemIn1Page=&startIndex=0&displayPageNum=1&bbBrand=core&field-clothing-size=&keywords=pink%20dress&firstPageItemNum=0&title=&restPageHasColor=0&myViewID=results&displaySalePrice=1&displayItemNum=&standardPageSize=12&size=20&rh=k%3Apink%20dress&page=&bgColor=

Get it for way less - Christian Siriano Blouse

Did anyone else catch the fabulous Christian on last week's Ugly Betty episode? The Project Runway diva brought his fierce flavour to the show along with his amazing designs.

Not only the models were outfitted in Siriano creations however, as he also custom designed the outfit Amanda (played by Becki Newton) wore for the episode.

I had to stream this episode online as I missed it when it showed on T.V. When Amanda appeared for the first time, I kept rewinding it to look at that gorgeous blouse she was wearing!




This black, ruffled, puff sleeved beauty is now being auctioned off on the Clothes off our back website where the bid is now at US$550.

I don't think there's a girl on this planet who wouldn't love to own this blouse (there probably is but for exaggeration purposes...). Unfortunately, not all of us can afford it and the bids are only going to get higher.

Luckily, I found a similar, much less expensive blouse online at Bebe.




It costs US$69 and of course it's not nearly as gorgeous as Christian's but for the price, it doesn't do too badly at all.

Obviously there are a few differences such as the fact that there are no ruffles at the neck and this one is short sleeved as opposed to Christian's long sleeved version. If this a problem, maybe wearing them with long black arm bands might work to complete the look.

Other than that, I think it looks pretty close.

Ebay Spring Trend - Gathered together

Ruffles, ruffles, ruffles! From Ralph Lauren to Zac Posen to JustSweet, the runways were floaty and romantic with this trend.

Photo courtesy fashion.glam.com

They come in varying sizes, colours, fabrics and amounts and they are certainly one of the most accessible trends for spring. Check out these pretty, inexpensive options to bring a ruffle or few into your wardrobe.



#1 - New Teal Ruffle Tiered Mini Dress S 327331
Item no. 200205300198 http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Teal-Ruffle-Tiered-Mini-Dress-S-327331_W0QQitemZ200205300198QQihZ010QQcategoryZ63861QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQ_trksidZp1638.m118.l1247QQcmdZViewItem



This is a hot style dress tiered ruffle mini dress side zip. Approx. length: 36 inches. 100% cotton; machine wash. Color: Teal. Size: S. BUY-IT-NOW PRICE: US$29.95

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#2 - NEW ERIN FETHERSTON TARGET RUFFLE DRESS Item no. 290214306220 http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-ERIN-FETHERSTON-TARGET-RUFFLE-DRESS-3-SOLD-OUT_W0QQitemZ290214306220QQihZ019QQcategoryZ63861QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem



Ruffled cocktail minidress, main color: Purple

NEW WITH TAGS LIMITED EDITION, NOW SOLD OUT

100% POLY LINED IN COTTON

SIZE 3 (33" LONG FROM SHOULDER, 32" BUST)

STARTING BID: US $24.99

AUCTION END: Mar-20-08 14:18:49 PDT (5 days 2 hours)

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#3 - Vintage COBALT RUFFLE chiffon BOHO babydoll DRESS
Item no. 380006526578
http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-COBALT-RUFFLE-chiffon-BOHO-babydoll-DRESS-S-M_W0QQitemZ380006526578QQihZ025QQcategoryZ63861QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem



Beautiful dress in one of this season's hottest colours.

Soft and sexy blue chiffon with ruching to the flattering empire waist, sexy deep v neck and sewn hem detail.

This dress is fully lined, pull over style.

Size S/M
Bust 32"-34.5"(Comfortable) - 35"(max)
Waist Free size
Hips Free size
Length 35"

Colour: Cobalt Blue

STARTING BID: US $18.99

AUCTION END: Mar-20-08 18:39:41 PDT (5 days 6 hours)

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#4 - BEBE NWT TOP Silk RUFFLE MINI Dress RED
Item no. 130206250967
http://cgi.ebay.com/BEBE-NWT-TOP-Silk-RUFFLE-MINI-Dress-RED-159-00-SIZE-4_W0QQitemZ130206250967QQihZ003QQcategoryZ63861QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem




Occasion: Casual

Size Type: Misses

Sleeve Style: Sleeveless

Size: 4

Dress Length: Above Knee, Mini

Main Color: Red

Condition: New With Tags

STARTING BID: US $39.99

BUY-IT-NOW PRICE: US $69.99

AUCTION END: Mar-21-08 21:36:15 PDT (6 days 9 hours)