I'm pretty sure that the old saying goes "New Year, New Wardrobe" - why else would we be tempted with flashing offers and big discounts from all corners? That said, I like to try and be thrifty when shopping the sales, and try to go in with a clear mind of what I actually need. For instance, if I'm looking for a coat, I try not to stray too far into the shoes or dresses categories, no matter how big a temptation. This time I was looking for a few cute but casual dresses, and with a budget of £50, hit the
Bonprix website for some bargains.
Going from a size 6 to a size 32, Bonprix are one of those websites which have something to suit most styles. With a variety of current trends and classic shapes, their sale selection was easily searchable by size and offered up all sorts of beautiful choices.
The first item I picked up was this lovely
beaded skater dress in ivory. I was amazed to find that it was lined when it arrived, with the beaded embellishment making what is essentially a comfy dress feel super smart. The only thing I'd say about it is to size up if you have a large bust, as whilst the dress itself is roomy, the lining makes it at least half a size smaller. The ivory colour is currently on sale for just £19.99 on the Bonprix website, with a whole £20 off!
My next sale bargain was the
plunge back party dress in black, again half price at just £7.49. Made from a soft, stretchy jersey, this pretty scoop neck design has a plunging V at the back. I picked it up as I knew it'd be a good dress for shooting in as it looked so comfortable, but it's also the perfect item to roll up in the bottom of a suitcase. Being a plain black dress, it's something which you can dress up and down, and the fabric means it can be thrown easily over a swimsuit to walk to the beach, and will dry in no time.
My final sale find was this pretty
sweetheart sun dress in red - another easy to wear casual dress, and another perfect pick for your holiday wardrobe. Although this one no longer seems to be on sale, I still can't recommend it enough as something light and floaty to wear. Whilst it's chilly now, in a few months time I can already tell that this will be one of my go to dresses in the warmer months.
You'll have to tell me what your favourite sale bargains have been in the comments below!
Until next time,
Diana xx
* Items brought with a £50 budget from Bonprix. All opinions are my own.
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