Since I’m Not a Rich Girl: Cheaper Spring Finds
Yesterday I dreamed about four “wishful thinking” pieces for spring from 3.1 Phillip Lim worth over $2,000. Today, I am getting a little more realistic and trying to find some affordable alternatives that, while they will likely be noticably lower in quality, mock Lim’s elegant asymmetric draped tops and dresses. Unfortunately what I quickly learned is that the inexpensive stores and brands have not yet picked up on the flowy asymmetrical look. I did, however, find some statement making pieces for less.
This watercolor print wrap dress by Daisy Fuentes will certainly give anyone’s wardrobe a springtime pick me up. It’s on sale at Kohl’s, so the price changes daily. For now, the $54 dress is on sale for $32.40. The cut is a classic one that will never go out of style and the pattern is reminiscent of the painted look that I loved last spring.
Over at Gap I found a flowy tank for cheap - just $16.99 right now - that actually includes some tailoring details so that you look curvy rather than like a parachute. Plus, a bow on one shoulder alludes slightly to an asymmetrical nature. It is also available in a minty green stripe.
At American Eagle you can snag this tank top in five different colors for just $24.50 each. This royal blue shade is easily the most sophisticated, paying homage to the many designers who have played up blue and white this season. I’d be sure to try this one on before buying though; AE pictures have gravely misled me in the past (just ask the tank tops hanging in my closet with the tags still on them).
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