Before & After: Dusty purple party dress

I found this dress on clearance for $10 (originally $68) at Marshall's. I fell in love with the shimmery light purple color, which you cannot really see in the photos. Pictures don't do it justice, it's really sweet and innocent. I wasn't at all a fan of the neck trim. I also generally don't wear dresses this length. I either wear them really short for clubbing, or really long (as in maxi dresses).

These alterations couldn't have been easier to do. I simply carefully cut off the collar, and I cut off the last two layers of length.  I really want to wear this into the city for a friend's birthday coming up, but I still haven't decided if it's suitable for a night of clubbing. I think if I pair it with lots of bold, black accessories, I might be able to pull it off. I first  imagined pairing it with a very chunky black Express necklace, thick black patent leather belt,  and a Calvin Klein over-the-shoulder clutch and it might work. I'll post a photo if it does!

I'm all set on luggage!

Found this gorgeous GUESS Aviation collection luggage at TJ Maxx. I couldn't believe my luck. I could tell they had just been put out. It turns out that the trucks for my TJ's come on Thrusday, so on Friday morning all the good stuff's ready to grab. I had changed my mind about the pink rolling duffel so I went back the very next morning to see if they had it in black, and it was ALL gone! That was quick! Needless to say, I'm holding onto my pink duffel for dear life. ;)

GUESS pink rolling duffel - $60 (retail $200)

GUESS black shopper tote - $30 (retail $140)