Splurge vs Steal: Denim Off-the-Shoulder Dress

MariaOnPoint | Splurge vs Steal: Denim Off-the-Shoulder Dress

 

Chambray and denim off-the-shoulder dresses were in high demand last summer so it’s only natural that this year, all brands have some version of the chambray off-the-shoulder dress. All these four options are great; they vary in price and quality. I’m all about quality over quantity but when it comes to simple summer dresses such as these, I do look at fast fashion houses such as the three options under $100. I’ve tried the Express and Zara ones on and the fit is the same. The dresses are loose so there’s not that much difference. One thing I do want to highlight is that all four options fit petite girls. Do you worry sometimes, your figure is a bit on the straight line side and don’t have much curves to show? You’re not alone. This dress style is perfect for petite girls as they fall nicely on and they show a little shoulder for a fun summer look. Anthropologie: Alexa Chung for AG ruffled chambray dress | Express: Denim off the shoulder trapeze dress | Asos: Chorus petite ruffle off the shoulder dress | Zara: Denim off-the-shoulder dress.

Trendy Thursday: Off-the-shoulder Check Party

MariaOnPoint | Trendy Thursday: Off-the-shoulder Check Party

 

Shoes: Schutz margo dress sandals (similar from Steve Madden at half the price) – these sandals have become my go-to this season, I wear them all the time, the zig zag details on the lace-up ads a little something extra to any outfit | Hat: J.Crew wide brimmed straw hat (also loving these ones: 123) – no caption needed here, I wear this hat as much as I can during summer. It not only protects me from the strong sunshine but it looks cute on and on top of that it can cover any bad hair day | Pants: J.Crew martie pant in bi-stretch cotton – if you like the Minnie patns, the martie ones are great and they’re high-waist if you like this style better | Top: Caroline Constas Gabriella off the shoulder gingham bustier top via Intermix (15% off + free standard shipping on your first full-priced purchase with code RS15) – you know how obsessed I am with off-the-shoulder tops but this gingham top is not only fitted but comfortable; it’s really fitted on the chest area which helps petite girls like myself. If you’re a petite size, give this top a try and I promise you it won’t be disappointed | Bag: Stella McCartney blue denim falabella stars tote – stars and sunshine for summer, enough said | Sunglasses: Karen Walker Number One sunglasses via Shopbop – my go-to sunglasses year-around.

Splurge vs Steal: Bohemian Afternoon

MariaOnPoint | Splurge vs Steal: Bohemian Afternoon

Today’ I’m sharing with you a splurge and steal option for petite outfits for a bohemian afternoon. Personally, I always look for petite sizes, Nordstrom junior’s department is amazing and significantly cheaper than the others. When I find a P or S size, I always go for the petite but when it comes to J.Crew for example, I’m usually a 00 or an XXS and the fit is just right. These two options fit a petite figure great, they’re fitted but loose at the same time. How is this possible? These options are fitted in the hip and shoulders but loose on the legs and torso which give you an easy breezy feel when going out this summer. Splurge option – Shorts: Rag & Bone marin rip cut offs | Top: Christophe Sauvat exclusive Bolshoi off the shoulder top | Hat: Rag & Bone laurie straw boater hat | Sunglasses: Karen Walker Number One Sunglasses | Shoes: Aquazzura Christy lace-up point-toe flats | Steal option – Shorts: | H&M denim shorts high waist | Top: H&M patterned off-the-shoulder top | Hat: Sole Society wide brim straw boater hat | Sunglasses: H&M sunglasses| Shoes: Calvin Klein harlin suede pointed toe lace-up sandals.

Trendy Thursday: Stripes and Black & Whites

MariaOnPoint | Trendy Thursday: Stripes and Black & Whites

Shoes: Banana Republic delores raffia-fringe espadrilles (40% off your purchase with code BRTAKE40) – I recently bought these wedges and I’m in love with them. I’ve been looking for tan, nude, brown wedges since last year and the ones I Kept finding were either uncomfortable or the platform was too high and they just didn’t work. These ones are great because you can dress them up or down | Shorts: Helmut Lang patch pocket short (enter your email for 15% off discount) – I love everything at Intermix, they always have a great variety and these shorts are lights and fit your body in the right way | Top: Johanna Ortiz frida striped top – what can I say about this off-the-shoulder exaggerated top, it’s just too perfect! | Hat: Rag & Bone laurie straw boater hat – this is a very similar version to the J.Crew one you see in many of my posts so I thought I should share the good find | Sunglasses: Karen Walker Number One Sunglasses – my favorite pair, can’t leave the house without them.