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Inexpensive Dresses: Don’t Spend a Fortune on Fancy!

March 8, 2018 By Kari Leave a Comment

Inexpensive dresses-1Got a formal event or occasion coming up? You can still look like a million bucks without spending your entire paycheck on a fancy dress. Dropping a bunch of cash on something you’re likely only going to wear once (ok, maybe twice) just doesn’t sit well with me. In the past, I’ve had gorgeous gowns hanging in my closet, collecting dust, reminding me of the ridiculous amount of cash I spent on that one dress for that one time.

Don’t get me wrong – sometimes you just have to go for it if you find a dress that’s a little out of your budget but makes you feel fabulous! However, if you need multiple bombshell outfits for numerous events through the year, it’s just not feasible to splurge every time. Here are a few options for fancy outfits that won’t cost you a fortune.

Inexpensive dresses-3My husband Ryan and I hosted an Oscars party and I needed something a step-up from the good ‘ol cocktail dress. I found this beautifully embroidered mesh dress at Simons, and paired it with a Matt & Natt clutch and black heels already in my closet. It’s a great dress to wear in March, as it gives off both a bit of a winter and spring vibe.

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Embroidered Garden Mesh Dress | Clutch | Pumps

Total Outfit Cost: $245

 

Here are a few other fancy outfit ideas that won’t break the bank.

 

Inexpensive dresses-4 Dress | Clutch | Shoes

 

 

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Dress | Clutch | Shoes

 

 

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 Dress | Shoes | Clutch 

 

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Dress | Shoes | Clutch 

 

Here are a few places I check when I’m on the hunt for an inexpensive fancy dress:

Forever 21 

The Bay

ASOS

ChicWish

Simons

Zara

Club Monaco sale section 

Another option is to rent a dress from Rent Frock Repeat (I’ve had success with them) or you can swap gowns with friends who wear the same size. You could also buy a simple dress and just switch up your shoes, bag, and jewellery for each event, to keep it fresh.

Happy shopping, friends!

xx

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Favourite features of the Bugaboo Fox Three! (chec Favourite features of the Bugaboo Fox Three! (check my stories for a few places to shop this on sale today).

We love this new and improved all-terrain stroller. We're out for walks a few times a day - with the dogs, school runs, shopping, etc. This one fits the bill for all of it!

- so easy to maneuver. It's seriously the smoothest ride ever. 
- 4-wheel spring suspension and large puncture-proof wheels let you glide over bumps and tight turns without disturbing babe.
- customizable colours 
- the bassinet has a great ventilation system to help babe regulate their natural body temperature.

📍 Save this reel, share with a friend or to your stories to help someone else out & follow @kariskelton for more everything motherhood.

#bugaboousa_partner

@bugaboousa 
 

#stroller #strollerreview #strollers #babymusthaves #newbornmusthaves
#beststroller
the litte things are truly the big things. 😭 F the litte things are truly the big things. 😭

Feeling so grateful today. So much love to you and yours. ❤️🙏

Merry Christmas!
@ryanjespersen 
#siblinglove
Everyone is looking! I cannot believe it! 🤣 @bl Everyone is looking! I cannot believe it! 🤣 @blakeloates working her special magic again. ❄️

Last one is a video of Noah and SC - totally adorable. 🎅

Two weeks until the big day! 🎅❤️
#santapics
#firstsantapic #familychristmasphoto #familypjs
took a second, and a little reassurance from his b took a second, and a little reassurance from his big bro, but it looks like Noah enjoyed his first time meeting Santa. 🎅

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