NEVER TOO MUCH LACE: DVF 'Zarita' Lace Sheath Dress and Dolce & Gabbana 3/4 sleeve lace dress

So this is the last post of my Santa Monica beach adventures.  We wrapped up our weekend with good food!  We got lucky that we were in the area during DINE L.A. Restaurant week.  We got to try lots of good food for less.  Since it was our birthday weekend, I had to dress up for the occasion :)  

Ever since I saw the D&G plum lace dress on Bree from Desperate Housewives, I wanted a plum lace dress.  It looked so classy and lady like.  Truly a timeless classic that could be worn by 20s-60s.  At the time, I was still a medical student.  Even now, I wouldn't buy a dress for $8000.  For the longest time, I couldn't find one that looked classy like the one Bree wore.  

Dolce & Gabbana 3/4 sleeve lace dress

now 40% off at $4,797 from $7,995

You've probably already seen or heard of this DVF dress.  The DVF Zarita dress was finally on sale in plum during the Nordstrom anniversary sale.  I thought the color was very nice and I didn't really have to alter at all.  I bought this in size 0.  The fabric is made out of lace but it's still soft and non irritating to sensitive skin.  The length is perfect for petite even though I bought it in regular sizing.  The zipper in the back is a double zipper so you can zip up from the bottom if you want a slit.  The waist had some extra fabric and I decided it didn't warrant alterations because I've tried lace dresses that were skin tight and the overall look was not very ladylike.  I wanted a sophisticated, classy lace dress and this was it!  Brownie points for zero alterations needed!

DVF Zarita Dress (in plum, 0) back to $325 (similar now for $71@JCREW, code: DEPTOFSALE)

now on sale at SaksOff5th $167.99 from $325

As you can see, you can zip up from the bottom to make a slit.

That's all folks!  Have a great weekend :)

Anthropologie RUFFLES & LACE IN THE SUN: ZARA SALE - EMBROIDERED SLEEVELESS JUMPSUIT

Finally got a weekend off so my hubby and I went to celebrate and spent the weekend at Santa Monica beach.  What a lovely stay at Shutters on the Beach.  I loved the 3 shower head shower and the Jacuzzi bath.  It was so relaxing to just stare out into the ocean and fall asleep under the sun.  And we got lucky, our weekend fell right into the DINE LA week so we got to try so many delicious foods for a fraction of the price.  It wasn't that hot on the beach so I tossed on a hoodie I posted on this blog a couple weeks ago.  Without further ado, here are some pictures!

ZARA Embroidered sleeveless jumpsuit (XS), on SALE $29.99

XS not available online but I saw lots in store (shrinks a lot in the wash), pics are preshrunk size

Anthropologie Harley Hoodie (PXXS), last mentioned here, (similar) $39.99

Coach purse, also seen here

Bamboo jelly bow flip flops available at Marshalls and here $11.90

YAY, hubby won the giraffe hello kitty for me :)

I also wore these to get ready on my wedding day

OTHER CHEAP FINDS

Hope you guys had as much of an awesome weekend as I did.  Have a great rest of the week!  

NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE FAVORITES ADD ON

BP SKINNY MINI SWEATPANTS (Junior) $24.90

I LOVE LOVE LOVE these sweats.  Slim fit with a loose casual look that is chic.  It's thin so it won't make the legs look bigger, but it's thick enough so it doesn't look see through.  It's great for petites!  The length (29' inseam) is PERFECT.  I highly recommend this.  Great for lounging, working out, long study nights, sleepwear, or a casual sporty look.  

FASHION FOR LESS: SALE SALE SALE

Yupe, this post is about all the dirt cheap sales I saw TODAY.  So I'm going to start with Banana Republic's peplum dress.  I tried on the black one in store and LOVED it.  If you are petite like me, go check it out.  If it fits me, chances are that it will fit you too.

Banana Republic Lightweight wool peplum dress $150, BUT, $90 for black, and additional 40% off with code BRLUCKY (expires today! 3/17/14) = total: $54 and $58 including tax.  So girls, $54 for a $150 wool dress is a steal in my opinion.  The cutting was gorgeous and the peplum really flatters the petite body or less curvy ladies.  Yes, peplum is in again this year.  Even Vera Wang used peplum in her wedding gown design this year. :)

Next up, Ann Taylor LOFT.
I guess additional 40% off their items is nothing new.  I see additional 40% off every time I walk by Loft.  There are some final sale items I saw that was SO cheap, I had to share with you!

$24.99 Final Sale in store, 40% off does not apply. (similar, similar)

If you are petite, the length is just right.  I'm wearing a 00p in this picture and it's kind of loose.  Maybe that's the style.  I really loved the pattern though.  Just wished that it was a little more form fitting so I don't look like a tube from the side or in the front.  But, if you are curvier, this might not look as loose and can be a lovely work appropriate dress for $24.99!  

This sweater's color is a nice heather grey for $21 with the 40% off.

I don't know how well you can see the design but it has tiny little holes that runs down the middle.  This is a regular XS.  I would prefer one size down personally.  Nonetheless, I decided to post this because it's a pretty good deal for someone else!

Burgundy Cords sexy boot.  $10 in store (more expensive online)

For size reference, these are 24, 00.  Very stretchy, comfy, and has a slim bootcut on the bottom.  It's a dark burgundy but much lighter in person.  If I didn't have a couple pair of burgundy pants already, I would have bought these in a heart beat.  I love burgundy.  It matches with so many colors.  Very versatile!

Blue skirt, $20 including the 40% off. (cheaper in store)

I really love this blue.  Picture on the right is how it fits on me (size 00 reg.).  It's definitely not the best fit.  On the left, I pulled it in a little to see how it would look if I bust out my sewing machine.  I think this skirt has great potential.  It is made out of very nice material and it is lined.  This item is not on final sale.  I'm debating if I should return this.  But, I really do love this color and fabric! :) What do you think?

That's it for today!

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