by Velicia Hill on April 17, 2012
UPDATE: This post has been updated on April 17, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.
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Sequins + X ( x meaning anything) = FABULOUS! I adore sequins! It’s such a girly fabric. Even at my age of… grown 
, I can appreciate the glitz & glamour of it all. C’mon, who doesn’t need that in our otherwise ordinary lives? That’s why, at first glance, this sweet sequin dress by Alice + Olivia put the biggest smile on my face. The price tag however? Not so much. I can’t say it’s overly expensive, but when a girl can save a few duckies, why shouldn’t she? So if sequins is your name and glamour is your game, check out our alternatives below.
Alice + Olivia Maggie Strapless Sequin Dress
($242, Shopbop)
Celebrities Love Alice + Olivia
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EXPRESS Sequin Top 2-in-1 Dress
UPDATE (04/17/2012): While cruising the newest arrivals at EXPRESS I found this sweet little gem which instantly reminded me of the Alice + Olivia frock above. Also available in all-black!
EXPRESS Sequin Top 2-in-1 Dress
($79.90, EXPRESS)
Aqua Sequined Top Dress
We’re good at this aren’t we? Who else is helping you save money and still look good at the same time? Only the team at In Their Closet, that’s who! This dress by Aqua is pretty damn close to the “Maggie” by Alice + Olivia. And you get to save $54 to spend on getting your hair “did”, makeup, shoes, or accessories to complete your look! What’s that you say? Oh absolutely, you’re welcome. 
Aqua Sequined Top Dress
($188, Bloomingdale’s)
by Erica on February 25, 2012
UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 25, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.
There’s something really fun about this household heather grey sweatshirt by Elizabeth and James gone glam. Yes, I realize it’s essentially a sweatshirt but look at it! I love it with a pair of fitted jeans, however I wouldn’t necessarily pair it with your old chucks that have been rotting in the back of your closet. Pair it with a nice pair of black pumps to bring out more of a glam look rather than a slouchy “I haven’t had my first cup of coffee“-look that Dakota Fanning is sporting. So, if $312 is a bit steep for you we have another great solution!
Elizabeth and James Sequined Sweatshirt
($311.99, Piperlime)
Celebrities Love Elizabeth and James
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Warehouse Sequin Front Sweater
UPDATE (02/25/2012): Found another similar Elizabeth & James alternative. This Warehouse sequin sweater is affordable and looks great. Could one ask for more?
Warehouse Sequin Front Sweater
(£50/$89, Warehouse)
EXPRESS Sequin Raglan Sweatshirt
UPDATE (11/16/2011): Reader Aya kindly informed us about yet another fantastic E&J alternative available at EXPRESS. Bonus? They’re currently doing a “Buy 1 Top, Get 1 Top 50% OFF”-promo. Yay for that!
EXPRESS Sequin Raglan Sweatshirt
($59.90, EXPRESS)
Theme Sequin Sweater
UPDATE (11/14/2011): Ten months after posting the first steal, I’ve came across another great E&J sequin sweater look-a-like by Theme. Although significantly darker than the original I think it’s still a great alternative and a lot cheaper, too!
Theme Sequin Sweater
($69, Piperlime)
Ella Moss “Majesty” Sequin Sweatshirt Top
I think the Ella Moss version for less than $100 fits the bill! It’s almost exactly the same look besides a little bit of difference in sleeve length and it comes in grey or black. I would have to say this Ella Moss sequined sweatshirt is superb in following the look and not hurting our wallets.
Ella Moss “Majesty” Sequin Sweatshirt Top
($98, Willow)
by Irina on December 22, 2011
So who hasn’t decided yet what to wear on New Year’s Eve? I know I’m still in the decision-making process. A sequin dress like the one below by Alice + Olivia is somewhat of an obvious choice, but has there ever been a better time than NYE to go all out and rock everything out of a sequin mini dress? I don’t think so. So give sequins a chance to ring in the new year with you. Granted, not everyone can or will shell out almost $500 for a sparkling cocktail dress. And besides, this particular dress is already a couple seasons old, hence completely sold out and therefore almost impossible to get hold of.
Alice + Olivia Sequin Dress with Keyhole Back
($495, SOLD OUT)
Celebrities Love Alice + Olivia
LuLu*s Glitter-Chatter Sequin Dress
If you’re considering going for a sparkly LBD and want one in the style of the Alice + Olivia number, take a look at this sweet mini dress available at LuLu*s which is stunningly similar to the A + O original but costs only $83.
LuLu*s Glitter-Chatter Sequin Dress
($83, LuLu*s)
by Erica on April 2, 2011
by Irina on September 8, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 08, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
I know Balmain is supposed to be a super exclusive, high-end, ultra-luxe fashion label and even though I am used to see outraging prices for the most basic clothing I’m still apalled whenever I see the price tag of anything Balmain. I mean, come on, $13.000 for a sequin mini dress? Are you serious? As much as I adore Balmain and all of Christophe’s wonderful work for the French fashion house, there’s no way I would EVER buy it even if I had a few thousands to spare.
Balmain Paillette Mini Dress
($13.395, SOLD OUT)
Celebrities Love Balmain
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French Connection Sequin Wrap Front Dress
UPDATE (09/08/2010): This Balmain knockoff by French Connection is certainly not a steal, but considering the original retails for 13k, $269.60 doesn’t seem that expensive in comparison, right? Available in black or navy.
French Connection Sequin Wrap Front Dress
($269.60, ASOS)
P.S.: Also available in black or navy at French Connection UK
or French Connection USA
.
Lipsy Jewel Shoulder Pad Sequin Dress
Luckily, you don’t need to sell your soul in order to achieve the same glam sexy vixen look à la Balmain. Lipsy has come up with a great and 100x more affordable alternative. I wish they wouldn’t have dampened all the outstanding features that made this sequin LBD stand out (e.g. shoulder pads, plunge neck and length of the dress), but all in all it’s still a super sexy dress which goes to show that you don’t need to spend a fortune to look like a million dollars.
Lipsy Jewel Shoulder Pad Sequin Dress
($118.98, ASOS)
