A budget girl's guide to S/S 08 trends: romance and lightness

"Designers were obviously feeling the unbearable lightness of being, if this season's plethora of frothy layered confections and gauzy fabrics are anything to go by. Ruffles and corsages adorned everything from waistlines to accessories."
InStyle Magazine

$300+

Betsey Johnson Tiered Dress in Blush Betsey Johnson is a staple in the fashion industry, in which she is known for her unique and original designs that are usually known for being over the top. The Tiered Dress in Blush should change its name to Pretty in Pink because thats all you will be wearing this glamorous chiffon mini dress! This adjustable spaghetti strap mini has a crossed over front, which gathers on the left side. Darted seems on the bust add a more flattering fit. Chiffon gathers on the left side of the dress, which is detailed with two corsages to add a flirtatious touch to this adorable mini.
Fabric Content: shell 100% silk, lining 100% polyester
Fit: fitted bodice
Color: blush
Care: dry clean only

$200+

Cake Couture Tea Cake Tiered Dress in Pink/Rose Cake Couture has a fresh and feminine approach to dressing the modern woman. Their unique look embraces a simplistic color palette with special attention to feminine details like embroidery and tailoring. The Tea Cake Tiered Dress is an eyelet pattern, with floral embroidery on the front panel. This short sleeved dress is perfect for warm spring nights!
Fabric Content: 100% cotton
Details: eyelet pattern, floral embroidery on front panel
Color: pink/rose

$100+

Betsey Johnson Satin Bow Dress in Pink Betsey Johnson is a staple in the fashion industry, in which she is known for her unique and original designs that are usually known for being over the top. The Satin Bow Dress in Pink is a fun and flirty dress. The dress features cap puff sleeves and at the waist is a satin bow that from there falls to tiered ruffles. The dress is a 100 % silk, and falls right above the knee.
Fabric Content: 100% silk
Fit: fitted
Color: pink
Size 2 and 4 are on sale at Label Spree!

$50+


Ella Moss Pleated Tube Dress in Lilac Ella Moss Pleated Tube Dress. Absolutely adorable! Preppy, pastel tube dress with banded chest and waist. Skirt measures 13.5 inches from waist. Fully lined.
Fabric Content: 96% Viscose, 4% Spandex.
Color: lilac
Fit: loose