One Dress: Three Looks

I love this dress from Faith 21, the plus line of Forever 21. One thing I must note--the sizing here runs small and it is not true to size. For example, as a typical 12 or 14, I need to go up 1 to two sizes here as they run very small. Just wanted to give you a head's up! Oh how I wish for universal sizing--one brand's 12 would be the same fit as another. Wouldn't that be wonderful?

The dress sells for $19.80.

I should also note that the Faith 21 name will soon be going away, as the company plans to just use the name Forever 21+.

While the dress is fun and flirty on its own, you can also create completely different looks with it.

 LOOK 1: Weekend Chic

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Where to Buy:

Denim jacket, Avenue, $39.90

Leggings, Avenue, $16.90

Boots, Avenue, $59.95


LOOK 2: Date Night

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Where to Buy:
Strappy heels from Target, $19.99
Dangle earrings from Ess's on Etsy, $15.99
Necklace from Chico's, $54



LOOK 3: Dress Over Skinny Jeans

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Where to Buy:
Skinny jeans from Faith 21, $24.80
Booties from Forever 21, $34.80
Bracelet from Forever 21, $10.80

{friday's fashion file: a pretty weekend look}

There is something fun about the poncho.  When I was 5, I had a blue, white, and pink poncho that my mom used got for me. I remember wearing it with a corduroy skirt, tights, and brown leather clogs. Now, 30 years later, I am loving them again.

I lucked out the other day at the local Salvation Army thrift shop. I found a stunning fuchsia angora poncho. It was $2.61 with tax. It is warm, yet light, and it looks swell paired with dark denim and a fitted black long sleeved tee underneath. The poncho will cover a multitude of flaws--from the dreaded muffin top to a large chest. When draped properly, it can actually help create a lovely silhouette.

I found a pretty one at Faith 21 as well to show you. I've put it with some other budget-friendly finds that will give you a great weekend look, or for busy moms like me, and everyday look.

Shopping List:

Poncho from Faith 21, $24.80

Jeans are from Fashion to Figure, $40

Bracelet from Etsy's Heaven for Bead, $12

{jeans for $40 and under}

Avenue

$34.90

Fashion to Figure

$40

 

Straight leg jeans from Faith 21  (plus sizes from Forever 21)

$15.80

Flares from Old Navy

$24.97

Skinny jeans can be for curvy girls, too, if they fit properly!

From Faith 21

$22.80