As I Was Saying...

Remember yesterday, dear readers, when I said that you'd be the first to know when I found an ombre print item at a Goodwill Store? Congratulations! You're the first to know.

Check out what I've found for this week's Goodwill Good Buy of the Week: a fabulous fuschia ombre frock. Can you believe it?! It's 100% cotton and has some fun gold accents on the neckline and skirt. The tag's been cut out, but judging from how it fits the mannequin, I think a 4-6 would fit into it just fine.

The dress has spaghetti straps, though, and since it's not quite that warm yet in this part of the country, I've layered it underneath a Burberry denim jacket. The jacket's really great, with a simple collar and contrasting cuffs sporting the classic Burberry plaid. The jacket is in immaculate condition and is a size 10 UK/8 US. It's such a versatile piece and it looks great with bright colors, even if they aren't found in the stripes of the plaid. Don't be afraid to mix it up a bit!

Gladiator sandals are hot this season and I think a gold metallic pair would perfectly complement this dress and denim ensemble. You'll be ready for anything.

For a more classic look in fuschia, I've pulled an amazing vintage dress, the kind I think Marilyn Monroe might have worn. It's in a very lightweight wool and has the most amazing rhinestone bow detail at the waist. The square neck-line and cap sleeves are so 1960s. The dress has only two tags: one says size 14 (that's a vintage size fourteen; the dress is closer to a modern 6 or 8) and the other says Union Made.

The top half of the dress is lined, the bottom half is not. But check out the seaming. And the pleating on the front of the skirt section is surprisingly flattering. This dress would create the perfect hourglass shape for a gal who might not come by it naturally. Just sayin'...

I would pair it with sky high strappy silver heels and a vintage clutch for a perfect evening look. Feeling really sassy? Wear it to the office with pointed flats and a simple choker. Every head will turn.

Oh gosh - which dress to choose? I love them both so much! Wait a minute...you don't have to choose. You can find them both online at the DC Goodwill eBay store, your one-stop online source for everything from porcelain to purses, clarinets to crystal. Love it!

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