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Fashion: Don’t say no…GO!

Let’s say for a minute that you’ve been invited to the Bal de l’Eté at Salle des Etoile in Monoco….or maybe just your neices wedding…which is being held at night in a country club setting. How do you choose what to wear? I do get invited to some pretty fancy events, and while I do have a stocked closet, there are some events where I need something that I just don’t have…like if I’m invited to a fancy dress party. Simple and elegant I have, themed…not so much.

These days there are quite a few options that won’t make you think twice about going. With companies that will rent you anything from a pair of Louboutin’s to a gorgeous designer dress for only 5% – 10% of what it would cost if  you went out to buy it, renting is certainly an option. If you think that you’ll be able to wear the dress again and again (notice I said it twice), then I’d certainly consider buying.

What if it’s something that you’d need to be a bit more creative than just walking into the Nordstom’s half yearly sale to buy?  Why not? We’ve all seen women wear lingerie, like a camisole as a top, or even a vintage slip as a skirt…why can’t you look at costumes and use the along with what you have?

With all of the Disney princesses wearing gorgeous gowns in movies like Beauty and the Beast, I’m certain that you could find a gorgeous golden yellow ball gown at a costumer, and add touches that make it look expensive. By adding a wrap, some large pieces of vintage jewelry and a pair of sparkly slippers (like my faves that I’ve been coveting by Donald J Pliner), you could be the Belle of the Ball (sorry, I couldn’t resist).

My favorite Donald J Pliner sparkly shoes

Remember – there are always options like consignment shops, stores that specialize in knock-off styles, etc. So…don’t say “I can’t go, because I have nothing to wear” – get creative and go. Don’t forget to think of me while you’re enjoying a flute of champagne!

You deserve it.


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About Zipporah Sandler

Zipporah Sandler AKA Zippy is a lifestyle and travel specialist who after living everywhere from Providence to Paris found herself suddenly residing in South Florida (something she swore she’d never do).

Whether it be San Pellegrino water or Louis Roderer Cristal, Zippy suggests that you keep your life sparkling and your glass full.

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Comments

  1. Tricia Nightowlmama says

    January 9, 2012 at 1:07 am

    we used to have consignment shops around here but they’ve all disappeared ;(
    cute sparkly shoes

  2. Tammy says

    January 9, 2012 at 9:17 am

    I’m not very creative with clothes. I’d need to get help from a friend.

  3. April Decheine says

    January 9, 2012 at 10:15 am

    Love the shoes and would find a beautiful gown somewhere!

  4. Donna says

    January 9, 2012 at 11:23 am

    O.M.Goodness, I love those shoes!!!!

  5. Marcie W. says

    January 9, 2012 at 3:09 pm

    Wow, I’d love to rent a pair of Louboutins!

  6. Maureen @ Wisconsin Mommy says

    January 9, 2012 at 5:45 pm

    LOVE those shoes!!! I would also need help from someone with a better eye for fashion than I have!

  7. Toni @ A Daily Dose says

    January 10, 2012 at 11:12 am

    We have an actual formal/wedding dress consigment shop in one of the towns near by and I want to find an event to go to just so I have the excuse to go shop there LOL

  8. Jennifer says

    January 11, 2012 at 10:05 am

    those shoes are amazing!!

  9. Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says

    January 11, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    Your shoes are so much fun! I’ve never thought about a consignment shop for fancier things!

  10. Virginia from That Bald Chick says

    January 11, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    Those shoes are fierce!

  11. Anne - Mommy Has to Work says

    January 11, 2012 at 9:10 pm

    Now if only I’d get invited to go somewhere fancy!

  12. Canadian Mom Blogger says

    January 15, 2012 at 3:12 pm

    I love your shoes! I would probably stay home, lol.

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