Poise in a Pinch: Stylish outfits for less than $100

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

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
Art Deco Cocktail Ring	$595	$8
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!!

Comments

[Shanette Renea]

Hey Bree I'm loving the ensemb! You look terrific! Kudos on the site ladies! Keep up the great reads! Oh & Bree I've gotta have that black dress with the thigh-high splits!!!