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Real vs. Steal – Alexander Wang One Shoulder Goddess Dress

by Irina on March 12, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on March 12, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

Alexander Wang presented his Pre-Fall 2010 collection a few days ago and I have to admit I’m not impressed. Ever since his glorious Spring and Pre-Fall 2009 collections he just couldn’t live up to my expectations. Maybe Fall 2010 will reignite my love for his designs. Until then I’ll have to keep on drooling over his past creations, one of which is this beautifully draped asymmetrical jersey dress from his Pre-Fall 2009 collection. So simple yet so stylish.

Alexander Wang One Shouldered Goddess Little Black Dress (LBD)

Alexander Wang One Shoulder Goddess Dress
($595, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Alexander Wang

Rihanna and Nicky Hilton wearing a black draped Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 One Shoulder Goddess Dress

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American Apparel Interlock Asymmetrical Dress

UPDATE (03/12/2012): Another fab alternative which is available in an array of colors. By American Apparel.

American Apparel Interlock Asymmetrical Dress in black (Alexander Wang Goddess knockoff)

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($42, Amazon)

P.S.: Also available in black at ASOSls.

LuLu*s Pandrosia Dress

UPDATE (06/25/2010): Here’s a second Alexander Wang Goddess dress look-a-like by LuLu*s.

LuLu*s Pandrosia Dress in black (Alexander Wang Goddess dress knockoff)

LuLu*s Pandrosia Dress
($34, LuLu*s)

Riller & Fount Keel One Shoulder Dress

UPDATE (06/14/2010): Riller & Fount‘s “Keel” one shoulder mini looks a lot like Alexander Wang’s Goddess dress, doesn’t it?

Riller & Fount Keel One Shoulder Dress in black (Alexander Wang Goddess knockoff)

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($137, Shopbop)

ASOS Twisted Slinky One Shoulder Dress

UPDATE (04/15/2010): ASOS has a dress which is quite reminiscent of the Alexander Wang LBD. It’s more body-con and drapes to the other side, but overall is still a good match I think. Available in 7 different colors.

ASOS Twisted Slinky One Shoulder Dress in black (Alexander Wang Goddess knockoff)

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($64.25, ASOS)

LuLu*s Good Gossip Dress

If you want a similar style without having to blow a month’s budget, this draped one shoulder LBD by LuLu*s is a great alternative if you want Alexander Wang 4 less.

LuLu*s Good Gossip One Shoulder Dress in black (Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 Goddess dress knockoff)

LuLu*s Good Gossip Dress
($56, LuLu*s)

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Dress of the Day – Tibi Draped Shift Dress

by Irina on February 18, 2012

If you should ever come across a more beautiful/lovely/perfect dress than this pastel mint concoction by Tibi, please let me know. For now I deem this mission impossible! … But seriously, I’m absolutely blown away by the beauty of this dress. Pastels, mint green and and pastel mint in particular have been hugely trending as of late (case in point: Acne), so this dress totally nails the trend. A $450 price tag is the only downside I see here. Le sigh!

Tibi Draped Shift Dress in pastel mint

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($450, Shopbop)

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Real vs. Steal – Burberry Prorsum Spring 2010 Knotted Epaulette Trench Coat

by Celine on February 26, 2010

A trench coat is one of those items of clothing that every woman should have in her closet. Various permutations appear on the fashion scene each season and it just never seems to go out of style. I think Burberry Prorsum put out one of the best trenches of the season in their Spring 2010 show. The coat is undeniably sweet with those draped/knotted shoulders and girly color (they call it “Frosted Pink”), but the black lacquered buttons keep it a little bit edgy. Sadly, at $2,595, I think we can safely say I’ll never own this coat.

Burberry Prorsum Spring 2010 Knotted Epaulette Trench Coat in frosted pink

Burberry Prorsum Knotted Epaulette Trench Coat
($2.595, Burberry)

Lipsy Ruched Shoulder Mac

I have to tell you, I’m sort-of OK with not owning the Burberry trench above if it means that I can nab this Lipsy knock-off which is available at ASOS. Literally thousands of dollars cheaper but with that same lovely charm, this coat is sure to win you tons of compliments. Lipsy really nailed those knotted shoulders and I think I may actually like their pinkish/peach color just a smidge more than Burberry’s cupcake-pink. I picture this being worn with a fluttery, chiffon mini skirt and black leather rocker heels.

Lipsy Ruched Shoulder Mac in sugar pink (Burberry Prorsum Spring 2010 knockoff)

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($128.21, ASOS)

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Celebrity Look 4 Less – Megan Fox in Armani Privé

by Vahni on February 20, 2010

Hello, my name is Angie, just sending in a suggestion. I saw a picture of Megan Fox when I believe she attended an Armani fashion show. Just would like to know the name of the dress and if you guys have a possible Real vs. Steal scenario. Thank you.

Angie, we’re with you on the enviable fabulousness of Megan Fox in her Armani Privé one-shoulder dress. She is the epitome of goddess-like beauty, isn’t she? The draping, the fit, those red lips—they all add up to one undeniably gorgeous ensemble.

Megan Fox wearing a dove grey Armani Privé one shoulder draped dress

Our Rating: ★★★½☆

Who?Megan Fox
Where?Giorgio Armani Privé Fashion Show in Paris, France
When?July 7, 2009
What?Armani Privé custom made dress

ASOS Twisted Slinky One Shoulder Dress

We’ve scoured the ‘Net, but Angie, try as we might, a dead-ringer for Megan’s dress never surfaced. Of course, it is Armani Privé, which is Armani-speak for one-of-a-kind. Don’t you worry, though. We unearthed this white ASOS dress which also has a one-shoulder look, and a very respectable price. Add red lips and black peep-toe pumps and channel your own inner goddess. Available in 6 colors.

ASOS Twisted Slinky One Shoulder Dress in white

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($67.46, ASOS)

Tadashi Ruched Matte Jersey Dress

Another lovely option (with a more Grecian look like the Armani Privé) is this stunner by Tadashi Shoji. It would have been our first “steal” recommendation, but it is not available in white. Boo. However, isn’t the fuchsia a sight to behold? We love the vibrant color and ultra-flattering draping, and can’t imagine that anyone who wore this dress wouldn’t get a gazillion compliments on it. Also available in coral and black.

Tadashi Ruched Matte Jersey Dress in fuchsia

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($298, NORDSTROM)

ASOS PRINCESS Peep Toe Shoes

If you want to replicate Megan’s look head-to-toe and you still need a pair of black pumps, ASOS has a pair that looks just like the ones Megan wore.

ASOS PRINCESS Peep Toe Shoes in black

ASOS PRINCESS Peep Toe Shoesls
($44.38, ASOS)

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Real vs. Steal – Alice + Olivia Draped Panel Dress

by Irina on October 31, 2009

This berry-colored tulip dress by Alice + Olivia received a lot of celebrity love in the last few months and while I agree that it’s a nice dress, I really don’t think it justifies the heavy price tag (even not the 30% OFF sale price) if you consider how much of a simple dress it is.

Alice + Olivia Draped Panel Dress in currant

Alice + Olivia Draped Panel Dresscj
($192.50, Shopbop)

Celebrities Love Alice + Olivia

Nikki Reed, Malin Akerman and Kourtney Kardashian wearing a purple Alice + Olivia Draped Panel Dress

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Alloy Chiffon Tulip Dress

If you covet the dress above, but don’t want to spend that much as well, Alloy has a great alternative for a lot less. The downside? It’s available in black only.

Alloy Chiffon Tulip Dress (Alice + Olivia knockoff)

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($44.90, Alloy)

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