Affordable Wedding & Evening Gowns

Beautiful Ever-Pretty black gown.

Affordable Wedding dresses can be found on Ever Pretty website!

Amidst of being in the middle of pandemic and weddings getting cancelled left and right, we women did not loose our desire to dress up and feel like fairy tale princesses and elegant ladies. However, with everything that is happening in the world I think it is important to be able to allocate your spending budget wisely. Shelling out thousands of dollars on fashion items might not be something we want to do right now.

When I saw Ever-Pretty collections, I couldn’t believe how cheaply priced their dresses are and was curious about the quality. Browsing through the website, I picked an exquisitely decadent velvet sequin evening gown and a tulle wedding dress with delicate silver embroidery and sequins…

When they arrived, I could’t believe that these gorgeous dresses were both around $50! So here I am sharing with you my latest find - Ever-pretty website with dresses for a wedding, prom or a Bridgerton inspired party (oh, I would so attend that!)

Taking these pictures during snowstorm in New York was a bit challenging, but I love how wonderful they came out. This black velvet dress makes me look tall and regal and the silhouette of the dress is quite modest, which I honestly like for a change (cannot always show cleavage, can I?!) It is very well done and looks expensive. It reminded me of the show Reign, which I know was terribly historically inaccurate, but had some seriously amazing fashions!

I was initially planning to shoot the white dress somewhere in the green field as it has this beautiful fairy romantic look, thanks to silvery embroidery and ruffled butterfly-sleeves, but NYC was AGAIN hit with the snow, so I braced myself, put my hair up and imagined I am attending an off-season ball at Bridgertons’ estate. If you follow me and my blog for a while, you know that I LOVE imagining I am from different eras or stepped out from a novel/show. This look definitely gave me a Regency era vibe and I fell in love with it.

Go ahead and take a look at what Ever Pretty has to offer! I have a very special surprise for you…

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Enjoy! P.S. They have some really pretty new arrivals!

DressLink Review

Girls, I think I have found the most perfect home / casual 'doing groceries' outfit ever! I didn't expect much when DressLink have sent me this Milan Fashion grey set, but from the moment I put it on, I can't stop wearing it! It is extremely soft on the inside, and it makes me feel like I am wearing a warm cloud. The set is comfortable and looks so stylish that I wear it even out when I need to get groceries or meet up with a friend for a quick coffee break.

This set comes in 4 different colours, and it is just $18! I have also linked other casual attires I found on DressLink for you at the end of this post. 

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Comfy Sets from DRESsLink

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August Essentials. POPSUGAR Must Have Box review, coconut love, best concealer and more!

This August I discovered a few new items in the POPSUGAR Must Have Box that are perfect for a summer getaway. I found the best concealer I have ever used, developed a strong obsession with coconuts, and much more. 

Here Are my Top Favourite products of the month:

1. POPSUGAR Must Have Box.

POPSUGAR Must Have is a monthly subscription box for women. Every month they send you a mix of curated surprise beauty, food, fashion and home items. Opening a Must Have Box is always a fun and exciting moment as you never know what you are going to get.

The value of every box is over $100, but you pay only $39.95 per month. 

COUPON: Code SHOP5 will save $5 off your first box.

In my July Box, I particularly loved the Sunnylife Inflatable Swan Drink Holder, Emoji Napkins by House of Pom made exclusively for POPSUGAR MHB and a luxurious Sachajuan Hair in the Sun protector.

I have already started packing for my trip to Hawaii, and the Sachajuan hair product is coming with me! :) It protects hair from UV rays, and it won't be easily washed out by water in the pool or ocean. I definitely need more protection for my hair, especially after I switch to the blonde side few weeks ago.

2. Julien Farel Haircare.

Speaking about protecting my hair! Recently I discovered a new luxury brand, Julien Farel, and was excited to try their products. I have picked De-Frizz Restore that hydrates, nourishes and protects hair and a Smooth Creme that also "feeds" your hair with vitamin E and gives it a healthy and polished look. So far I am very satisfied with the results. Both of these products are specifically designed to prevent hair from ageing and keeping it strong and youthful looking. I have used both products only a few times, but my hair is already much softer and shinier.

3. "Put your hair in the coconut and wrap it all up..."

Everyone knows how good coconut oil is for your skin and hair, but lately I went a little bit coco-nutty. I got this raw coconut oil on Amazon and use it to repair my split ends, as a face and body moisturiser and as a tanning oil as well. Make sure you don't apply too much oil on your hair. The first few times I didn't apply the correct amount, and my hair looked greasy. 

Bare in mind that raw coconut oil is solid, but it can be easily melted in your hands or with the heat from your blow dryer. And please check the jar of your coconut oil! It has to be 100% raw and natural without any additional ingredients.

Moreover, I have been paying many visits to NYC's Vegan Mecca, by CHLOE (185 Bleecker St) just to get a delicious fresh coconut which they open right in front of you. Coconut water is my favourite drink this summer, and I am looking forward to having plenty of it in Hawaii. 

4. Striped tees and dresses.

The end of summer and the beginning of fall is a great time for sailing and going to the beach. The weather is starting to cool down, and nothing looks more appropriate for a romantic sunset next to an ocean than a striped tee or a striped shirt worn over your swimsuit. I have already invested in few striped pieces because it is such a classic seaside-fashion trend.

5. Best Concealer EVER.

I have received a Kat Von D Lock It Concealer Crème as a deluxe sample gift from Sephora (I applied a coupon code. Contact me on Facebook if you need Sephora codes!) and to be honest, I did not expect much. However, after the first try, I knew I finally found the best concealer for myself. Lock It is very creamy and a little bit on a heavy side, however even a tiny drop of this product covers my dark circles completely. I am definitely going to buy a full sized Kat Von D concealer after I am done with the gifted one.

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