Saturday, February 5, 2011

Sparkle And Color

I love party dresses.  Their sparkle, their dramatic designs, their larger-than-life attitude.  I've always dreamed about going to a party in one.  Since that isn't an option, the next best thing for me is simply to wear one and let the fantasy float in my head.

I also love bargains.  I don't spend much on clothes so I was thrilled last week when I walked into my local thrift-store and saw a sign -- "Last Day 50% Off Sale."  That was an omen!

A few minutes later, I spotted a glittery party dress in my favorite color (pinkish-purple).  It even has rhinestones!

The dress is a little short (because, truthfully, it's too small for me) but I handle that with dark tights.  The outfit is also a showcase for my new ballet-flats which are kinda cute.  ($15; Payless.)

Here are some pictures.  I want to thank Marilou (whose blog is Twenty York Street) for giving me this pretty bracelet for Christmas.  Wasn't that sweet of her?!





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25 comments:

  1. DianaFebruary 5, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    What a fun party dress! Love it!

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    This is such a gorgeous colour. Reminds me of a dress a family friend gifted to me made of velvet of this same colour. It was the most exquisite dress I had ever owned but sadly my mother did not let me wear it because it was not appropriate for our culture. Oh well........you look gorgeous in yours. :) I especially love how you paired it with those ballet flats. :) Nice contrast

    Have a wonderful weekend.

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  3. UnknownFebruary 5, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Ow ow you look beautiful! Come visit ML and me in Ottawa and you can wear that dress to a party with us! I love your makeup- very subtle yet striking! xo Emily

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  4. CherryColorsFebruary 5, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    What a fantastic dress! And the adorable flats. It makes me want to steal the combination xD! Gorgeous!

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  5. dimiFebruary 5, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Fantastic outfit! And I love the golden accessories and the sweet flats and pink eyeshadow!! Way to go Ralph and I do wish I had your legs - WOW!

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  6. UnknownFebruary 5, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    That's such a pretty dress! It's fun to feel so feminine and that's definitely a very feminine look for you! Wonderful! ~Serene

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  7. SheilaFebruary 5, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Shy, you look lovely - I even called my husband over to look at your sparkly dress and he said, "That looks great!" You just glow!

    I agree with Tinfoils Tiaras, your make-up is just right.

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  8. LaToyaFebruary 5, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    What . . . those are from Payless! Awesome! I would so love to go thrifting with you! We'd have a ball. I love that shade of lipstick on you btw!

    Hugs,
    http://achameleonscloset.blogspot.com/

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  9. AshleyFebruary 5, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Okay, I think you definitely have better thrift stores to frequent than I do. Although I've been appreciating my recent thrifted finds...they're NOTHING like this!

    When I was ten, I had a blue dress very similar to this, but it didn't have the rhinestones. 10-year-old Ashley is mighty jealous!

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  10. FrancyFebruary 5, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Awww, so pretty! I love the collar, and how you have accessorized it. I love party dresses too. They are such a perfect fantasy.

    Oh, and good question on my blog earlier. I have so many favorite Oscar winners, but A Streetcar Named Desire, Gone With the Wind, On the Waterfront, and Doctor Zhivago come to mind first!

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  11. EmmaFebruary 5, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    OMG !! You look Beautiful ! I Love this dress. I also love how you have accessorized this ensemble.

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  12. MiniFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    That Dress is so cute! I would totaly wear it myself :) Beautifull outfit!

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  13. BonnieFebruary 6, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    My apologies that the eye makeup didn't work out. It's a shame that we can't have a team of 5 makeup artists at our every beck and call to rush over and spend a half hour applying the best and most expensive makeup to our faces with the talent and abilities they all seem to possess.
    Lame.

    P.S. I am loving that color on you. It really compliments your complexion.

    http://glamkittenslitterbox.blogspot.com/

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  14. AshelleFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Such a pretty dress & necklace. Getting clothes on sale is the best.

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  15. Jenarcissist @ the closet narcissistFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    You look lovely, dah-ling! Your selections only get better over time. You are party-ready with this look. The contrast of the flats is perfect, your makeup is well-done, and I think you're sparkling from within as much as the dress!

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  16. My Unfinished LifeFebruary 7, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    the best thing is like are the string of pearls....i got weakness for pearls!!!

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  17. Twenty.SomethingFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Very cute dress! I have a weakness for sparkles too.

    And the ballet flats are great! I have an awesome pair from Payless too :)

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  18. poetFebruary 7, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Aw, so cute! If you're concerned about the length, I would just add a layer underneath - a simple black skirt should do the trick.

    I hardly do actual sparkles but I like gold patterns woven into the fabric (hence my faible for Indian silk - by the way, I bought it as a dress and made it into a skirt, I have one sari but I wouldn't touch it with needle & scissors!).

    Cheers,
    poet

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  19. LorenaFebruary 7, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    My first thought was
    "very pretty!" - since you are sitting down ( i like the pose too!!) I can't really see how long/short the dress is.
    However I can see it it a great find... plus your accessories are extremely classy :)

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  20. The Closet ShopperFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    I love the dress. And your makeup and hair are pretty great here too. But the joy in your face is my favorite part of all these pics.

    xo,
    Tracy

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  21. BonnieFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    You should join Twitter. I don't know what the hell I am doing, and it seems to be working out okay for me.

    http://glamkittenslitterbox.blogspot.com/

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  22. Dear Girl WallflowerFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    no kidding ?? that dress!? You had such an elegant taste, the velvet and rhinestone are so classy! I love it! I also don't spend much on clothes, I always go for "sale"...with that I can even buy more items and save.

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  23. lawyerdollFebruary 7, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    I love that color and the sparkles on you... and you look so happy!

    While I love the bracelets with this, I think the necklace and shoes distract from the gorgeous dress. Don't drown your dress, its too pretty!

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  24. mode.February 9, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    this dress is fabulous! you know i love any and all sparkles, but this is tops- that color is just perfect on you!
    <3 mode.
    http://modestylist.blogspot.com

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  25. alabeeFebruary 11, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    I love this dress- and it looks gorgeous on you!

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