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What to Wednesday: The Red Lace Dress

Hey Loves!

I'm back work another inexpensive outfit.   Warming is not the $50 steal from last week.  If not for the cost of the shoes, this outfit would be under $50 too.

Sleeveless blazer: Simply 10
Dress: BCBG Max Azria
Shoes:  JustFab
Belt: Wal-mart

So where did this outfit come from? My brain ad my kids say.   Of course, I was inspired by a few things I saw on Pinterest.  I really wanted to wear this steal I found while outlet shopping during spring break so, I put this together.

Let's talk about this dress.  I love the fit as I have all the BCBG dresses I've owned.   I was sad to find out the BCBG factory store was closing, but glad when I heard the price.  This dress was marked down to $23.00 and the last one in the store.  Perfect for me.   I could see me wearing this to church, work,  and even out on the town.   Shoes and accessories will make it work for any of them.

BCBG Factory Store $23.00
Here's the cost breakdown:
  • Dress: $23 BCBG Factory Store 
  • Belt: $3 Wal-mart 
  • Sleeveless Blazer: $8 (Simply 10)
  • Shoes: $39.95 JustFab
  • Earrings: Gifted
Total cost for the outfit: $73.95

I love a fashionable outfit at a small price!

To the office with the  blazer
To office dinner without it

Until next time,  Smooches!

DJ



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