Showing posts with label floor length. Show all posts
Showing posts with label floor length. Show all posts

Monday, January 12, 2015


Theory - wool blazer:  $4 (RSP:  ~$375)
Tadashi - Lilac strapless tiered mermaid dress:  $9 (RSP:  ~$498)


Polly Pocket car:  $1.99

All @ Value Village

Nothing too spectacular here.  There was this really gorgeous herve leger-esque dress that I wanted (with a mermaid train), but it was too darn small!  It was half the size it was marked, which was a letdown.

I love Tadashi, but I didn't think I could wear this dress anywhere.  When I tried it on though, it was so flattering!  Really accents your curves.  

Plus, I love the colour, so I ended up buying it.  I do wish it were cheaper though, since it does have a lot of dirty areas.  I think it'll be an easy wash, otherwise I probably would have left it.

I've heard a lot about Theory, but it didn't seem that impressive to me.  This is the first reasonably priced one (that looked new) I've seen in my size, so I decided to pick it up.

Monday, August 11, 2014


Regina maxi dress in green and yellow (RSP:  $4.99 - $88 each)

$8.39 for both @ Beyond the Rack

For some reason I had a $10 credit, and the happened to be having a final clearance right now!  I'm so glad I bothered to look.

I got the green one right away, but it was hard to find something else that was worth it.  They normally only have one of each item, and they're reserved for 20 minutes whenever someone adds them to their cart.

Luckily, the yellow one became available again and I snatched it up.  Otherwise, I probably wouldn't have bought either of them.  You can only apply the credit to the actual price of the merchandise, not the shipping or the tax.  $8 for one dress isn't really a deal, but $4 is! 

They also included a ton of samples:


They did mention it in the checkout, but I thought it'd only be one or two things.  This was a nice surprise!

Tuesday, December 31, 2013


Chiffon halter maxi dress:  $11.59 (RSP:  $20+)
Leopard skull duster clutch:  $9.11  (BIN:  $24.83)
White beaded necklace:  $1.66 (BIN:  $5.99)

All off eBay.

I've been wanting that halter dress for a long time, it looked so gorgeous in the promos!  I finally found one for a cheap BIN so I jumped on it..it turned out to be even better quality than expected!  Way better than the other ones I've gotten so far.

I want it in a bunch of other colours now.  Stupidly, I did buy it in pink, but they said they moved their stock to another warehouse and they were only selling to the US.  That was just a day after I bought the other one!

I looked at their listing, and they're still selling it....for twice the price!  And they're selling worldwide.  

I'm pretty annoyed about that..I wonder if I should call them on it or just leave them a neutral. 

I still look out for cheap dusters I don't have.  I have a glittery leopard one, but not one like this!  It was a great price so why not.

Tuesday, November 26, 2013


Green sleeveless halter dress:  $11.01 $7.50
Pink winged skull duster purse:  $20.99 

All off Aliexpress

I wish I didn't pay so much for that purse!  It's gorgeous...I waited the whole year and it never went on sale, so I decided to take the plunge.

Well, now it's on sale!  For only a dollar less, but still.  There's also another coupon coming up soon, so I could have saved at least $2 on it.  

The other reason I bought it was, I don't see it for sale anywhere else!  I didn't think it was likely for me to get it for any cheaper, and I didn't want to risk it going out of stock.  It does happen!  Listings just get pulled out of the blue on there.

I got a discount on the dress because it ended up being way too small.  It was supposed to be "free size," but that didn't work out.

Thursday, October 31, 2013



Long white rose print halter dress:  $13.70 @ eBay (RSP:  $20+)
Long grey ruched sleeveless dress:  $12.98 @ aliexpress (RSP:  $20+)

I've wanted both of these dresses for a long time, and they arrived at the same time!

I went through a mini ordeal getting the white one.  I tried buying it two times off aliexpress - the first time the seller said it was out of stock, the second time it never arrived!

Even though they were cheaper on aliexrpess (as low as $11), I was tired of  trying my luck on there.  I waited a month for the second one!  I was tired of all of the uncertainty so I ended up just buying it on eBay, even though it's more there.  It's also now too cold to wear it, which totally sucks.

At least I can wear the other one anytime!  Even though the idea is simple, the way it flows makes it look so elegant!  I've seen it for $20+ elsewhere, so I was really happy to snatch it up at this price.

They also have a coral one, but I'll wait until it's on sale again before buying it.

Friday, October 4, 2013


Black and blue lace peplum tops w/chain belts:  $2.50 each (RSP:  $12 each)


Long navy green tank dress:  $3.50 (RSP:  $12)
Seduction - Long black tank dress:  $3.50 (RSP:  $21)

All @ Sirens

I was originally going to buy more, but then I realized that my coupon had expired!  I considered going back another time when I had the coupon, but I didn't want to miss out.  Those tank dresses were the last ones there, and they were such a great deal!

I was kicking myself for not checking before I left, but it turns out it hadn't even been posted at that time.  They posted it right after I bought it!

I was actually going to buy similar ones on ebay for $6.25 each..I didn't think I could find them locally for even cheaper!  What are the chances of that?  I was literally going to buy them online yesterday!  

Those ones would be of questionable quality, so I'm really glad I waited.  The green one's about mid calf length, while the black one is floor length.  

The lace tops are the same ones I bought at urban behavior a while back.  They were $.50 more, but I regretted not buying the blue one back then, so it was ok.  

These were all "2 for $x dollar" deals, otherwise I probably wouldn't have bought the black lace top.  I already have so many!  I would have still bought both tank dresses though, I can't get enough of them!  They're so versatile, simple, and effortless.

The black one was actually made in the US!  It's just one s apart from their store brand, seductions.  There's a hole in the back and it has a lot more detail than the other one, which is probably why it was almost twice the price.

Tuesday, September 24, 2013


Yellow satin sundress:  $5.50 (BIN:  $18.99)
White flower print halter dress:  $8.58 (RSP:  $15+)
Organza blouse with embroidered flowers:  $6.33 $5.13 (RSP:  $10+)

Ankle length black chiffon halter dress:  $11.57 (RSP:  $20+)
Yellow/blue/white halter dress:  $10.66 (RSP:  $15+)
Long grey chiffon button up dress:  $13.24 (RSP:  $20+)
Pink tank top with crochet detailing:  $2.27 (BIN:  $8.99)

All off eBay

I normally don't buy clothes off ebay, so I don't know why I ended up with so many lately.  The quality is normally pretty horrible, stuff that wouldn't be fit to sell at your local mall.

Surprisingly, all of these were at least decent.  The satin and white floral dresses were mall quality.  The other chiffon ones were a little cheaper feeling, but they still looked good.

The button up dress is the worst!  I wish I didn't pay so much.  The quality is noticeably worse, even though the style looks good.  I've seen it for around $12 lately, so I wish I paid that or less.

I'm happiest about the satin sundress.  It looks just like a huge scarf!  I thought it was so neat, and I was really excited to get it for such a great price.

The embroidered top was beautiful, and the price was so good!  Too bad it ended up being too small for me.  It's great quality and unique.   I got a partial refund because a button fell off.

My favourite dress is the yellow floral one.  I just really like the colour combinations and print, plus it looks great on.  Well, they all do this time!

Thursday, September 12, 2013


Red and white lace peplum top with chain belts:  $2 each (RSP:  $12 each)


Metalllic gold brocade shorts:  $3 (RSP:  $19)
Embroidered rose button up chiffon dress:  $10 (RSP:  $28)


Parisian collection - Beige gold/pink chiffon rosette floor length dress:  $10 each (RSP:  $28)

All @ Urban Behavior

This is why I love this store!  It's the best place to get cheap clothing year round.  I just wish it was closer to get to.

I actually came back for the red lace top.  I saw it yesterday and wanted to get it, but I didn't have time.  I wish I bought the blue one as well, but I'm glad I managed to get those ones.  

The red is a dark burgundy, totally gorgeous!  I was initially just going to get that one, but I'm just such a sucker for white lace, especially at that price.

The shorts were a great buy.  I thought they were so neat, I've never seen them around!  For the price, I thought they were worth adding to my closet.

I didn't really want to pay $10 for the rose dress since I already have similar dresses in that style, but the print swayed me.  I just love the colour, the size..everything about it!  Since I was getting a deal on everything else, I decided to just splurge.

The floor length dresses are my favourites from this round.  I actually dismissed them yesterday, thinking they'd look cheap and ugly on...but I was wrong!  They're actually really gorgeous, and don't look cheap at all.

It turns out the cashier actually forgot to scan one of them in, so I ended up with a really great deal on everything.

I've never seen them at any of the other stores, so I'm happy I got them here.  I wouldn't have them otherwise!

Saturday, August 24, 2013


Studios W by Sue Wong - Beaded strapless chiffon dress:  $12 (RSP:  $129.99 - $240)
Monteau - Floor length high neck dress:  $8 (RSP:  $19.99 - $40+)


Moments by Linga Dore - Floral satin bustier:  $2 (RSP:  $19.99+)
Elizabeth Arden - Provocative Woman 50 ml EDP:  $16.99 (RSP:  $42.50)


Element Denim jeans:  $2 (RSP:  $19.99 - $65)
Parasuco jeans - Suzy:  $5 (RSP:  $34.99 - $110)
Ozmo - Pale salmon pink jeans:  $5 (RSP:  $29.99 - $50)

All @ Winners

The better parts of this haul!  My favourites are the dresses...they weren't exactly clearance pricing, but I liked them enough to buy them still.  The beaded dress was totally worth it, but the other one wasn't...it seems like a fair price to pay, considering it's just cotton jersey.

I totally need a dress like that - casual for every day wear, but still nice enough to look good.  I haven't found any at a price I wanted to pay, so this one was ok with me.

This one has a lot of nice design elements - I love the collar and the hem.  It's a bit asymmetrical and it has a nice flow to it, it isn't just a straight up and down dress.

I'm not sure about the perfume...I saw it at another winners and thought about it.  When I got home I read about the notes, and it sounded like something I'd like.

It had so many good reviews!  This one had the 30 ml and the 50 ml...I ended up getting the bigger one since it worked out to be a better deal.  I just hope I like it!


I'm kicking myself for passing up another perfume - tattoo by Michel Germain.  It was only $12.99, but I thought the bottle was so ugly, and I couldn't really smell it.

The reviews online ended up being great, and it's actually supposed to smell really similar to another perfume I want.  I totally wish I bought it now...that price was for 100 ml! 

Thursday, August 22, 2013


Tibi - Refined crepe v neck dress:  $12 (RSP:  $249.99 - $695!)
London times - Satin floral dress:  $12 (RSP:  $49.99 - $120)


Dalia Collection - "modern fit" mint skirt:  $2 (RSP:  $19.99 - $30)
Premise - Coral peplum skirt:  $3 (RSP:  $24.99 - $58)

All @ Winners

I couldn't believe the original retail price of that dress!  I knew it was different when I touched it, but I was not ready for that price tag.

I think part of the reason it was still there was because the name tag was missing...I did a search online and found out who made it.  Good thing too, the curiosity might have almost killed me!  I would have kept on wondering if the tag was an exaggeration, or just for the wrong item.

I thought the price had to be up there though, since it was lined in silk. 


It's pretty plain, but it has a lot of nice elements.  The back hangs a little lower than the front, and I like that much shoulder coverage. 

It's meant to be a casual dress, and I think it works.  It just needs a belt to bring it all together!

I liked the floral dress too, but it didn't seem as worth it as the other one.  I really didn't want to spend $12 on anything here, but I just really liked both of them.

The skirts were a great deal though.  I love the colour of the mint one and the design of the coral one.

Thursday, August 1, 2013


Jessica - NWT Navy skirt with gold buckle and white piping:  $2.50 (RSP:  $40+)
Simply Vera by Vera Wang - Charmeuse colourblock top:  $2 (RSP:  $40+)


Da Vinci - NWT floor length chiffon dress in celedon - style 9092:  $5 (RSP:  $135+)

All @ MCC Thrift shop.

I actually bought these last Friday.  I originally came for the dress...I saw it two days before the sale, but thought I might as well wait for it to be half off.


I'm so glad it was still there!  It's so gorgeous on, I would have been sad if I missed out.  $10 would have been a steal anyway, considering it's new with tags.  I looked at their website, and I think this one was actually the best colour.


I'm actually surprised it retailed for so cheap.  The quality is really nice!  It looks way better than in the picture.

The other things were an afterthought.  I liked the style of the Jessica skirt, but since it's a mall brand I probably wouldn't have bought it if it wasn't new.

Found a stock picture of the top:


I liked  the colourblocking, thought that was pretty unique. 

Sunday, February 24, 2013


NWT Long grey multi-layer chiffon dress:  $7.50 @ Value Village

This dress has so many things going on!  I thought it was pretty neat.  It was new with tags, otherwise I probably wouldn't have bought it.

The quality is kind of on the cheap side, but overall it's ok.

I just thought it was worth adding to my closet since the design was unique.  I would have preferred if this dress had a zipper instead of a stretchy back.

I think I might cut off the straps.  It looks way better without them!

Tuesday, January 29, 2013


Seductions - Ruched black knotted chain halter top (RSP:  $5 - $20)
Seductions - Ruched blue knotted chain halter top (RSP:  $5 - $20)


Seductions - Raised silver dotted high low peplum top (RSP:  $2.50 - $20?)
Seductions - High waisted black military pants (RSP:  $5 - $18)


Seductions - Faux leather floor length chiffon skirt dress (RSP:  $5 - $32)
Seductions - Sequined bustier floor length chiffon dress (RSP:  $5 - $24)

All for $22.50 @ Sirens.

That works out to $3.75 each!  That's why I love Sirens...they have such great stuff for cheap. 

I've wanted the chain tops for a long time, they're so gorgeous!  They didn't have the blue one in my preferred size, but I just had to get it anyway.

The high low top in the second picture was an impulse buy.  I saw it in the $2.50 rack, but it had no tag and it was the only one there, so I wasn't sure if it was right.  They gave it to me for that price anyway.

I was considering buying the pants in blue and red, and I might end up doing that if they're still there next time.

But I wanted to get the most out of my coupon, so I decided to go with things that I would definitely use.  I'm still not too sure about brightly coloured pants, but I love the design of those!

The dresses were such a steal, it was a no brainer!  Even though the sequined one is an XS, surprisingly, it's stretchy enough to work.  Yay!

I'm really tempted to check out the other ones.  The bad thing about that is, I hate seeing the stuff I already bought go lower!

Just today, I saw 3 of the tops (the snakeskin ones and the coral one) that I got in this post for $2.50...in the size I wanted too!  Ugh.

Friday, July 27, 2012


Red chiffon dress:  $2.50


Janice Young for Vanessa - Lace butterfly floor length slip:  $2

Both @ MCC Thrift Store

The first one was a no-brainer!  The skirt has such a gorgeous flounce to it, and I love how fitted it is.  The button up detailing is a nice addition.  I might get rid of those sleeves though...and possibly shorten it.

I'm a sucker for butterflies so the other one had to come home with me.  I wonder if it would be appropriate to wear outside?

Faeri - pink dress:  $2


Long peach dress w/chiffon coat:  $2

Both @ MCC Thrift store

The first pink dress is the other thing I came to the sale for.  I just think it's so cute!  It's made of a stiff, semi-sheer fabric I haven't seen before.  

The back has chiffon roses:


It's way too small for me, but I just thought it was too lovely to pass up. 

The other dress was an impulse buy as well.  $2.50 for both of those pieces was a steal!  I don't know if they're actually supposed to go together, but I could definitely see myself wearing both of them...separately.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012


Long pink crochet back dress:  $9.99 off eBay

I wasn't sure about this dress, since it could have just been a cheap copy of the one pictured.  It looked so pretty I decided to just chance it.


It's gorgeous, but the colour was a deeper pink in person.  It's not as nice, I would have preferred the pale pink depicted in the photo.


The seller had buy it now's for the same dress in red and black for even cheaper than I paid!  I considered it, but they ended up selling out before I made up my mind.