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Friday Frocks: It’s My Party

By |January 21st, 2011|Friday Frocks|

Every girl wants to look great on her special day.  Most guys really just don’t seem to understand how important the “birthday dress” is.  Probably because they are much more interested in our “birthday suits.”  Last night, before dinner at Cecconi’s , I fussed about not having a birthday dress.  Someone pointed out that I had a ton of dresses in my closet.  “But they are all blaaaack!” I whined.  Luckily, after a little digging, I found a dress I had yet to wear and it wasn’t black! Crisis averted.  I avoided the birthday blues, but I suggest planning ahead of time.  Here are some very fun, very “birthday” dresses.

(L to R): Red Valentino Sequin Embellished Tulle Dress, $795, Herve Leger Geometric Pattern Party Dress, $2,500, Vera Wang One Shoulder Tulle Bustier Dress, $2,300, BCBG One Shoulder Tulle Dress, $398

(L to R): Alice and Olivia Vanda Bandage Shift Dress, $596, Nicole Miller Sequin and Tulle Dress, $485, Young Fabulous and Broke Hazel Dress, $295, Foley and Corinna Beaded Godet Dress, $490

Cry if you want to.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Little White Dress

By |January 14th, 2011|Friday Frocks|

We all have been schooled in the LBD (Little Black Dress), but since I’ve been spending lots (by lots I mean excessive amounts) of time on wedding blogs, I’ve noticed an ever growing trend.  While many women opt for the traditional bridal gown, many are choosing something shorter, more fun, and less conventional for the walk down the aisle.  Can’t lie, I absolutely love a poofy white dress… but I still went the traditional route.  Hm, though there is nothing wrong with a costume change…

Lanvin Tiered Silk Gazar Dress, $4,960

Donna Karan Crepe Jersey Halter Dress, $1.995

Notte by Marchesa One Shoulder Pleat Detail Dress, $695

Haute Hippie Fringe Dress, $695

Sue Wong Strapless Chiffon and Organza Sheath Dress, $368

Alice and Olivia Reese Peplum Dress, $368

Tt Collection Cecile Dress, $228

Style Stalker Desert Rose Dress, $149

I do.

xx,

Kirsten

Friday Frocks: Dress the Part

By |December 24th, 2010|Friday Frocks|

If there’s one theme we should all be able to get behind, it’s gotta be the beautiful holly berry red of Christmas.  You can totally pull it off without looking absolutely ridiculous and it’s a hell of a lot better than those wretched “ugly Christmas sweater” parties. (Who thinks- better yet participates- in such things?) Anyway, why not get into the holiday spirit by slipping into something that would make even Santa smile? Besides, you’ve gotta find something to put on with those cherry red lips.

Herve Leger Engineered Ottoman Zip Dress, $1,450

Notte by Marchesa Big Ruffle Cocktail Dress, $660

Rebecca Minkoff Necklace Silk Dress, $429

Amanda Uprichard Ella Flutter Sleeve Dress, $205

T-bags One Shoulder Dress, $190

bebe Pintuck Satin Sheath Dress, $149

Victoria’s Secret Short and Flirty Multi-Way Dress, $79

Exrpess Ruched Strapless Dress, $49

ho ho ho!

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Financially Friendly Edition

By |December 17th, 2010|Friday Frocks|

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Last week one of my favorite readers wrote in to say that as much as she loved the dresses on WhyDid, they were a bit out of her price range. To that, I promised that this week’s Friday Frocks would be dedicated to her.  You don’t have to spend a billion dollars to look like a million bucks. Here are ten dresses certain to have you sparkling and shining at any upcoming holiday party- and here’s the kicker- they’re all under $100!!! Your wallet says, “thank you.”

bebe Strapless Tube Dress, $98

Express Sequin and Chiffon Dress, $98

ModCloth Celebration in Tinsel Town Dress, $89.99

Staring At Stars Drummer Dress, $89

Love Tease Strapless Satin and Lace Mini, $69

INC International Concepts Sequin Tank Dress, $67.99

Arden B. Sequin One Shoulder Dress, $47.20

Rampage Ruched Beaded Mini, $39.99

Forever 21 Lame Jacquard One Shoulder Dress, $22.80

Kouture by Kimora Sleeveless Lace Satin Mini, $19.99

Now you have extra cash to accessorize!

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Cut It Out

By |December 10th, 2010|Friday Frocks|

Show some skin without the obvious route of a deep v or thigh high slit.  By giving an unexpected peek or skin, these cutout dresses are sure to have someone wanting to reach out and touch you.

Mandalay Two Tone Sequin Dress, $1,820

Preen Blush Dress, $940

Black Halo Blair Dress, $345

Boulee Short Sleeve Mini Cut Out Dress, $218

Alex Jae & Milk Cut Out Dress, $206.50

Donna Mizani One Shoulder Cut Out Dress, $194

Bebe Cut Out Zip Dress, $119

Tt Collection Azy Shirt, $105

Sparkle and Fade Velvet Open Back Tunic, $48

Peek-a-boo!

xx,

WhyDid