Love this - Asos Wiggle Hem Dress

Taking inspiration from the Spring 2010 Couture runways of Givenchy and Armani Prive (below), structured ruffles are a lovely, chic addition to Spring dresses.

photos courtesy style.com

However, it can be very difficult to find clothing with avant garde details that won't completely break the bank. The gorgeous Asos Wiggle Hem Dress below is such a beautiful, budget-friendly alternative that will be an amazing statement piece for stylish Spring wardrobes.

Asos Wiggle Hem Dress
Price: UK£55.00 (US$93.48)

It's fun, fresh, flirty and feminine. It has a simple, comfortable stretch-cotton body with a fashion-forward, structured ruffle fabric hem.

The bold blue will be perfect for the warmer months to come but it's also available in black for those who prefer a more classic colour palette.

This amazing dress can be used to achieve a couture designer look that amounts to much less than even a quarter of the couture price tag.

What I'm Wearing - Lanvin Inspired

You all may have gathered by now that I loved Lanvin's Spring/Summer 2008 collection. I loved it so much in fact, that when I found out my godmother was getting married, I knew I had to get a dress similar to those in the collection.

I chose this one below in particular for my inspiration because I liked the one shoulder aspect and also because ruffles make me happy!

photo courtesy style.com

I had the dress made by a lady who makes my mother's clothes and this is the end result below which I wore to the wedding today.



I changed the design to suit my body which as you can see is much curvier than the model's, and I wore it with a thin black belt and black peep toe heels. The dress fits my body perfectly and the great thing about it is that it only cost BDS$45 (approx. US$22) to make! I absolutely love it!

Sale Alert - Nordstrom.com

Nordstrom is having a 50% off sale on selected women's brand shoes and a 33-50% online only sale on selected women's apparel; PLUS SIZES AND MATERNITY INCLUDED. There are many great options under $100 and trust me, what I feature here are only a few of many. So just go check it out and you may find something you like.

Bailey 44 Paillette Dress
Sale Price: US$59.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2955526/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=4

Flounce TBD Ruffled Silk Top
Sale Price: US$71.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2947937/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=5


'Kalani' Stretch Trouser Jeans
Sale Price: US$37.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2935834/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=2

Sweet Pea by Stacy Frati Short Sleeve Kimono Top (Plus)
Sale Price:US$63.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2961656/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=4


Fever Houndstooth Sweater Coat
Sale Price: US$48.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2953055/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=3


GUESS? 'Pilsner' Satin Pump
Sale Price: US$59.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2946761/0~2376788~6002242~6007715~6008488?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008488&P=2

VANEli 'Ninon' Boot
Sale Price: US$95.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2931428/0~2376788~6002242~6007599~6007612?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6007612&P=1



GUESS? 'Bridonna' Animal Print Wedge
Sale Price: US$54.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2980894/0~2376788~6002242~6007715~6008488?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008488&P=2

Click here to go to the Women's Apparel Sale page.

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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)

Celebrity Style for less - Kate Beckinsale

I loved Kate Beckinsale's black ruffle trench coat that she wore to The Late Show. I found a cute, shorter version on ebay for a lot less than she would've paid for hers.

Kate Beckinsale's coat

Less expensive, equally cute version
BUY-IT-NOW PRICE: US $26.90
http://cgi.ebay.com/Elegant-Flounce-Black-Tie-Belt-Wrap-Top-Jacket-XS-S_W0QQitemZ270216113091QQihZ017QQcategoryZ63860QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262