Save Or Splurge On Your Summer Party Outfit
Are you on the hunt for a new summer party outfit , but don’t want to spend loads of money? Well, you’re in luck! I’ve been scouring the high street for designer look-alike clothes so you can treat yourself to a new outfit without breaking the bank .
The ‘Trendy Casual' Look
If you’re heading to an informal summer party this June, say a barbecue or a garden party , then a cool poplin dress , a pair of sassy sandals and an on-trend circle bag will give you that ‘I-just-threw-this-on-but-look-amazing’ look you’re after.
While the outfit on the left would cost you £925 , you can recreate a similar look (right) for just £99.99 .
Get the full 'save' look:
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The 'splurge' look includes an
open-back belted cotton-poplin midi dress
by Phillip Lim (£490),
The ‘Sexy And Elegant’ Outfit
Looking for a slightly more formal and classy summer party outfit? White dresses are making their comeback ! Pair a figure-hugging maxi dress with ankle strap stilettos and an on-trend pearl bag . Your whole outfit will just scream sophistication !
While the designer outfit on the left would cost you £2,825 , you can achieve a similar effect for just £71.98 .
Get the full 'save' outfit: ♥ Slinky Cowl Front Maxi Dress by VS Club L London from Asos (£ 30 ) ♥ Pale Pink Suede Ankle Strap Stiletto Heels from New Look (£ 16.99 ) ♥ Beaded Handbag from H&M (£ 24.99 ).
The 'splurge' look includes a cage open-back silk-charmeuse gown by Kiki De Montparnasse (£1,815), suede sandals by Gianvito Rossi (£560), a faux-pearl beaded tote by Shrimps.
Your Fashionista Summer Party Outfit
If you're looking for a summer party outfit that screams fashion icon , then you need to get this look. Rock a cool polka dot jumpsuit , some wedge-heeled espadrilles and a bamboo clutch bag , and you’ll feel comfortable yet stylish . You could wear this outfit to a friendly picnic , or glam it up with some bangles and hoop earrings to flaunt this look at the races .
While the outfit on the left comes to £395 , the one on the right would cost you £123.99 .
Get the full 'save' outfit: ♥ Black Polka Dot Tie Waist Jumpsuit from SilkFred (£ 35 ) ♥ Red Espadrilles from Office (£ 49 ) ♥ Bamboo Round Bag from Mango (£ 39.99 ).
The 'splurge' look includes a shirred polka-dot jersey jumpsuit by J.Crew (£100), red espadrilles by La Castillane (£120), a bamboo clutch by Cult Gaia (£175).
Release Your Wild Side
You don’t need me to tell you that the satin skirt is the look of the season . Whatever event you have planned this June, you can't go wrong with this outfit! Choose a leopard print one, throw on an off-the-shoulder black top , add some gorgeous black mules and you’ve got yourself a stellar look !
The combo on the left costs £1,400 , while the outfit on the right comes to £61.99 .
Get the full 'save' outfit: ♥ Come Down Leopard On 'Em Midi Skirt from NastyGal (£ 30 ) ♥ Basic Black Bardot Crop Top from PrettyLittleThing (£ 6 ) ♥ Black Faux Croc Circular Block Heel Mules from New Look (£ 25.99 ).
The 'splurge' look includes a
And there you have it Glossies, four summer party outfit ideas that will make you look like a style icon , without costing you too much ! For more money saving tips, find out which skincare is worth the splurge and whether high street makeup is as good as high-end makeup .
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