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While we all love to dress up for a formal event, it can be a very stressful experience choosing your dress and accessorizing. If you happen to be on a budget, that really does complicate things, or does it? We offer you a few tips on how to look elegant and not have to take out a loan.
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- Quality Perfume – This is a must-have for a formal event, but that doesn’t mean you have to invest in a big bottle of Chanel, as most scents come in small atomizers and the cost id affordable. We definitely don’t recommend wearing a cheap perfume to a gala dinner or charity ball, as first impressions do count. Never overdo it with quality perfume, the scent lingers and you only need a dab here and there. You might not be aware of the scent, but those close by are and it will still be around in the early hours.
- Diamond Jewellery – If you don’t own any diamond jewellery that is suitable for a formal occasion, there’s always mom or a good friend who would trust her stones with you. This is a better option that cheap costume jewellery, which never looks like the real thing.
- Luxury Vintage Watches – Every woman should have one evening wear Rolex and the online antique dealer is the person to talk to when looking for a luxury vintage watch. Browse their extensive catalogue and whatever the cost, this a good long-term investment that you can wear on many occasions. Let’s face it, if you’re going to wear a watch, it simply has to be a Rolex and copies just don’t do it!
- Budget Accessories – Not all low-cost accessories look cheap and rather than spending all day visiting shopping malls, Google is your best friend and in a single hour, you can accessorize that stunning prom gown. Sunglasses, for example, don’t always have to be brand name; you can find great looking shades for a few dollars and wear them on special occasions only. If you have a friend with a Louis Vuitton bag, why not borrow it for a couple of days? Say you stained your evening bag and need an emergency stand-in.
- Designer Dress – If you want to look your very best, the dress always comes into consideration first, and it simply has to be a designer creation. You’ll be pleased to learn you can shop for burgundy prom dresses online at the designer dress boutique. There are huge savings when you buy online; the retailer has no store to run and that saves a lot of money, which benefits the consumer. If funds don’t stretch to a new designer dress, you could always post on social media, detailing the kind of dress you’re looking for and you might get lucky! Buying a designer mermaid dress is a wise long-term investment, as there will be quite a few occasions when the dress can be worn.
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