I've put 3 distinct looks together which I hope will show you how you can take 1 piece and reimagine it to work for so many different occasions.
I knew when I bought this beautiful BCBG Runway lace dress it was an extravagant buy. It’s probably one of the most expensive pieces in my wardrobe, so as you can imagine it was quite a purchase! However, despite the hefty price tag, it wasn’t hard to justify as I knew just how much wear I’d get out of it.
I wanted to write this post to show that if you think outside the box, sometimes even the most specific items can be reimagined and styled up to look completely different for a multitude of occasions.
As a side note, I’m a huge fan of BCBG, I already know how fantastic the quality of their clothes is and how well they fit my body shape (you can read more specifically about BCBG HERE & HERE).
This was my first purchase from their higher end line called BCBG Runway. I’ve always admired the Runway collection from afar but never thought I’d actually ever splurge on a piece, so as you can imagine the fact I knew I’d be able to restyle it in a multitude of ways was a decisive factor in why I was so spendy! I just knew I’d get my cost per wear out of this and even though at first glance it seems like quite a particular and “out there” piece (it’s got lace, stars and fringe, so it’s pretty full on!), it’s incredibly versatile.
I’ve put 3 distinct looks together which I hope will show you how you can take 1 piece and reimagine it to work for so many different occasions.
Black Tie Glam
I think when you first look at this dress, the most obvious way to wear it is for a glamourous event as it makes such a statement. I added my own flavour to it with a statement belt, some stunning lace ankle boots and a touch of pink. This is the only look which requires the accompanying silk crepe de chine slip underneath it.
If you’re going to a party or a black tie dinner and you want something with a pop of personality I think this is a perfect outfit.
Outfit details: Dress – BCBG Runway (find HERE) | Belt – Louis Vuitton (find HERE) | Clutch – Givenchy (similar HERE) | Wrap Bracelet worn as Choker – Salvatore Ferragamo (similar HERE & HERE) | Pink Bangle – Hermes (very similar HERE & HERE) | Pearl & Crystal bangle – Guess (find HERE)
Boho Chic
Two of my favourite things about styling is playing with layering and different textures which is what this second look is all about. I’ve got lace, fringe, leather, suede, sheepskin and glitter all going on. By throwing a long gilet over the top and leaving the dress open, you still see all it’s incredible details but it significantly dresses it down.
I would happily wear this look for a shopping trip or out for lunch with the girls.
Outfit details – Dress – BCBG Runway (find HERE) | Trousers – Balmain x HM (similar luxury version HERE or high street version HERE) | Top – Topshop (similar HERE & HERE) | Gilet – Joseph (similar luxury version HERE or high street version HERE) | Boots – ZARA (similar HERE & HERE) | Bag – Givenchy (similar HERE & HERE) | Necklace – Primark (similar HERE) | Cuff – Van Peterson (similar HERE) | Bangle – Whistle + Bango (find HERE – Use code THATNEWDRESS10 for 10% off)
Denim Delight
What a surprise I’ve added touches of pink again to this third and final look. What can I say, I just love my pink! Out of all the three looks I think this is the most casual and effortless. Dresses over jeans is going to be a huge trend this year, it’s all a part of that 90s fashion revival which is currently going on. Using the silk belt which came with the dress, I’ve loosely belted it allowing the pink and blue denim to peep through.
I can’t wait to wear this on a summery Saturday for brunch and stroll around town.
Outfit details: Dress – BCBG Runway (find HERE) | Jeans – Mother Denim (similar HERE & HERE) | Top – ZARA (similar HERE & HERE) | Shoes – Avec Moderation (similar HERE on SALE) | Bag – Chanel (find HERE) | Necklace – Vivienne Westwood (similar HERE & HERE)
I hope this post is helpful in showing you how one item of clothing can be restyled in a multitude of ways to create very different looks. Whenever you’re looking at something expensive, just think about all the different ways you could wear it. If you can think of at least 3 diverse ways to style it then justifying that price tag is a whole heap easier!
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Worth every dollar, very versatile and beautiful lace dress. You’re the queen of layering, love all three looks 😉
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Awesome look!
Have a nice week-end!
Gil Zetbase
You are really brilliant !!! I love all these stylings 🙂 You are giving me a lot of inspirations 🙂
That dres is amazing!
And I love how you combined it in the three outfits!
Great job dear,
Emma
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I love all the looks. The robe/dress looks so beautiful and delicate, Love the fringes and lace detail! My favorite is the Boho one!
Madame X
The Flower Duet
great
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I love the first and the last look the most. Such a great dress. You look gorgeous!
Hugs,
Miri
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Ummm they all look nice, but i definately choose for the Denim delight… Love how you played the white, pink and blue shades. Simply awesome !
xo
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I love how happy you look wearing your new BCBG piece! It really shines through and that makes me happy to see that. It really suits you and I think it’s important to splurge on some lovely and timeless designer pieces that make you feel good about yourself. You have definitely shown that this amazing dress can be styled in a number of ways, and each way is so different and spectacular 🙂
Adrianna xx
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Fantastic photos and combinations! Great post! <3
xx
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That dress is so versatile! I love how you styled it…so lovely <3
Xoxo,
Desirée | http://www.fashionlingual.com
Girlll! I’m so in love with every single way you styled this dress! You definitely thought outside the box and it killed it with every look! Even just the dress itself belted with that LV belt is so stunning! I agree that it was worth the splurge because it’s just stunning!
xoxo
Rina Samantha
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I love how you styled it so differently each time! the last look is my favorite!
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Your style is just so amazing, I love how you styled it and you look gorgeous!
Camila,
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Btw, I’ve nominated you for a Liebster award, I hope you will be ok about it and find my post entertaining 🙂 Thanks dear!
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This dress is so beautiful and I love all the different ways you used it!!
I really like to use the same dress, sweater or jacket in such different ways 😀
Beautiful!
Kisses
xx
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I love how you have totally changed up the look of the dress by styling it differently in these three outfits! It looks like you are going to get a lot of wear out of your new dress!
x Emily
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wooow amazing dress I love it
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“Great outfit idea, thank you for the work you put into your blog!!!
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I appreciate reading great content as yours :)) Muah
Hadasah || http://www.styletolove.com
Great.
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Love how different these looks are!
God bless,
XO, Claire
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Amazing!
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Very creative the way you styled each of these!
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beautiful. love the versatility of the dress
What fun styling that wonderful piece – which by the way, would be perfect for Valentine’s Day. I love those Vivienne Westwood necklace in the last look.
xo, janea
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YAY! I’ll definitely take that title! xx
Thank you hun xx
That makes me so happy to hear, thank you doll xx
Thank you so much Emma xx
I like the Boho look most too! xx
Thank you xx
Awww you’re such a sweetie, thank you Miri xx
I love all those colours together too! Can’t wait for Spring so I wear that look out xx
Your comment has made my day! Thank you so much darling! xx
Thank you doll xx
It really is, thank you so much for the lovely words hun xx
Thank you so much hunny! xx
Awww that’s so lovely, thank you doll xx
Oooh thank you! Will definitely start thinking about putting that post together xx
Me too! It always offers such good value for money! xx
I hope so doll! Thank you for stopping by the blog hun xx
Awww thanks!! xx
Thank you so much lovely xx
Thank you xx
Thank you doll! xx
Thank you! xx
That’s so sweet of you, thank you! xx
Thanks sweetie xx
Best. Comment. Ever!! Thank you so much darling! xx
Yes it would have been a great V day look, you’re so right! xx
Wow what a gorgeous dress! I love all three ways you styled it. Have a nice day!
Gemma x
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Thank you hun xx