We've all been there: An invitation to a party, date, or event, but "nothing to wear" despite a cloest full of clothes. What is a fashionista to do when you need to look amazing, but your spending cash is a little tight? Not to mention, like most gathered ladies, you probably have expensive taste. Don't worry (it causes wrinkles). The Gathered Lady is here to the rescue! Our "Poise in a Pinch" series will teach you how to look like a million bucks for less than a hundred!
Event: Red Carpet, Cocktail
Desired Outfit: Vintage black lace and sequin dress, Strappy high heel sandals , clutch, earrings, cocktail ring
High End: Dress- Sue Wong at Saks 5th Avenue; Shoes- Guess at Macy's; Clutch- Michael Kors at Net A Porter; Earrings- Bijoux Heart at Net A Porter; Ring- Coach
P.I.N.P Outfit: Vintage black lace and sequin dress, Strappy high heel sandals , clutch, earrings, cocktail ring...Same look, less cash!
P.I.N.P.: Dress- American Vintage on Melrose in Los Angeles; Shoes- CrossRoads Exchange Co. in Silver Lake; Clutch- National Women's Council Thrift; Jewelry- Forever 21
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P.I.N.P ITEM |
HIGH END COST |
P.I.N.P COST |
|
Vintage Lace & Sequin Dress |
$395 |
$20 |
|
Audrey Brooke Shoes |
$120 |
$18 |
|
Minx Los Feliz Clutch |
$597 |
$12 |
|
Art Deco Earrings |
$595 |
$13 |
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Art Deco Cocktail Ring
|
$595 |
$8 |
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TOTAL |
$2,302 |
$71 |
And that is how you P.I.N.P for less than $100!
(Cue music- 50 cent P.I.M.P.)
I don't know what you heard about me
but you can't get them dollars outta me
I'm gonna dress so fly you gon' see
Cuz I'm GATHERED LADY P.I.N.P!!