It’s one of our favorite balancing acts, here at GrettaStyle: You save some cash on one thing, you allow yourself to spend on another. You know, a little splurge here, a bigger save there. Add it all up and it’s a brilliant mix of high and low (and peace of mind that you’re shopping smart).
The next couple of months are a crazy rollout of reasons and places you’ll need to wear an ultra-flattering, semi-fancy look for. So here are our favorite of-the-moment L.B.D.-based outfits (some classic, some otherwise), all paired with a perfect accessory–which, when bought and worn together, make a memorable statement without breaking the bank.
Let’s kick things off with Alexander Wang’s lightweight jersey dress….
Pleated at the bust and back, its draped sash is playful, eye-turning, and alluring, but not over-the-top. You’ll get years of wear out its classic shape far past this holiday season, which is what makes its $208.97 price tag a fantastic deal. Wear it oh-so proudly with Black Bow’s triple circle dangle earrings in 14K white gold and black rhodium (which are now on sale for half off, by the way) for a simple but high-impact effect.
The sweet, demure lines of the Tema Dress, a mere $119.45 at Anthropologie, seem innocent enough, what with its button-down front and short flared skirt. But then factor in the frock’s ladder lace detail, and things get all kinds of festive. It’s the ideal match with a sexy, showstopping over-the-knee boot such as Stuart Weitzman’s ‘Lowland.’ The stacked heel and daring buttery black suede are both compliment and contrast to the darling dress. $785 and worth every penny.
Paint Red’s Storms dress cool and collected. Unusually flattering with its high, shoulders neckline and crossover straps in the back, it’s an utter steal at $42.52. Its slightly edgy-yet-controlled style and price also make shooting the moon on a killer accessory possible. Go for the big guns with a Le Dix Cartable Flap Satchel Bag by Balenciaga. The iconic, compact, soft black calfskin satchel is decked out in palladium and brushed golden hardware. At $1,875.00 it’s no bargain, but it’s as likely to make you look incredible as it is sure to become a family heirloom.
