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Just A Formality - Bridal Gowns & Formal Wear

Archive for the ‘Color - Black’ Category

July 18th, 2008

Oscar de la Renta Silk Velvet V-Neck Gown

I am a big fan of Oscar de la Renta, but this silk velvet gown is too simple to demand a $5,000 price tag to me.

This column dress features a deep plunging neckline and cascades nicely to the floor. It’s definitely very pretty, but is it $5,000 worth of pretty?
If you had the bucks to […]

By Kori Ellis -- 1 comment

July 11th, 2008

BCBGMAXAZRIA Stretch Taffeta Dress

If you are looking for a great deal on a black dress, check out this stretch taffeta dress from BCBG Max Azria.

This short dress features allover ruching and a ruffled hemline. The body hugging style is very sexy and chic.
This cute dress is marked down from $440 to $308 right now at Bloomingdale’s. […]

By Kori Ellis -- 0 comments

July 8th, 2008

Roberto Cavalli Puff-Sleeve Dress

No offense to Roberto Cavalli, but this is definitely my choice for ugly dress of the week.

This puff-sleeved rayon dress isn’t flattering for anyone. I’m not sure if these puffy sleeves were attractive in the 80’s, but they definitely aren’t now.
If you adore this dress for some reason, you can buy it right now at […]

By Kori Ellis -- 0 comments

July 3rd, 2008

Badgley Mischka Chiffon Halter Gown

I adore the shape of this Badgley Mischka halter gown. Plus, it’s black and everybody loves a great black dress.
Beading glams up the neckline and the waist, while the skirt falls loosely in a figure flattering silhouette. The highlight is definitely the open keyhole bodice which shows off your assets.
You can order the Badgley Mischka […]

By Kori Ellis -- 0 comments

June 30th, 2008

Hot Looks, Cool Prices: 3 Dresses from Style It Less

Take a look at the blog Style It Less.  They feature some wonderful dresses on their site for super low prices, including:

a purple tube dress for less than $25
a green and black maxi dress also for less than $25, and
an Adrianna Papell blue silk evening gown for less than $75

What great deals!
Tags: adrianna papell, maxi […]

By Edie -- 1 comment

June 19th, 2008

Gucci Spring/Summer Sale — Amazing Discounts!

Gucci is having their spring/summer sale right now, and you can purchase some great pieces directly from the Gucci website.  Here’s Gucci’s long black formal dress with yellow lining that I especially like.

This sleek designer 1-shoulder dress made from 95% silk features a “horsebit buckle” and side seam pockets.  Get it right now on sale […]

By Edie -- 3 comments

June 14th, 2008

Nina Ricci Draped Dress at Bergdorf Goodman

This Nina Ricci black dress with silver trim features a draped front and assymetric hem.

This unique designer dress has the feel of an updated 20s flapper look.  The silver trim is embroidered.  Available at Bergdorf Goodman (but slightly pricey at about $4.5K!)
If you had the money, would you shop for clothes based on who designed them, or would […]

By Edie -- 0 comments

June 7th, 2008

Little Black Halter Dress from Arden B.

Here’s a unique take on the little black dress.  This panel dress is made of cotton and spandex and features a padded bust and back slit.  Very chic, very sexy.

Buy it at Arden B.  They ship to the United States.  For more looks in black, see their “Sexy Black” section.
What do you think of the […]

By Edie -- 0 comments

June 6th, 2008

Johnny Martin Short Formal Dress…15 Dollars!

Look like a million bucks but only spend fifteen in this silky black Johnny Martin dress.
 
The Fifteen Dollar Store features lots of really cute clothes, both formal and informal, in junior sizes, for $15 each.  LOVE this place.  They ship to the United States, its territories, and Canada.
If you liked this post, you might also […]

By Edie -- 0 comments

June 6th, 2008

Nicole Bakti Evening Gown in Luxurious Black and Gold

Gorgeous, flirty, sexy!  This long formal dress by Nicole Bakti is all that and more.

Purchase it from the online prom dress store, Formal Approach.  It comes in regular to plus sizes (XS to size 32).
If you liked this post, you might also like my previous posts about long formal dresses:

Mermaid Style Formal Gown in 3 […]

By Edie -- 0 comments