New & Hot: Tibi Phoenician Dress

Tibi Phoenician Dress
$546.00
Available at: chickdowntown.com

I have a really horrible dress buying habit. Most women plan to attend a fabulous event and then scramble to find a dress. Not me. I have this habit of snapping up fabulous dresses and then scrambling to find an event that will allow me to wear them. It's totally backwards, I know.

The latest object of my desire is this new Toffee Phoenician Dress from glammy label Tibi. This 100% silk twill one-shoulder maxi dress is retro glam at its best. It's a modern take on a classic '70s aesthetic with its swirling vine pattern and single flutter sleeve. I'd pair this with simple flat sandals for a summer garden party or strappy platform sandals and a vintage gold party purse for a night out in the City. Now I just need to find an event that will justify purchasing yet another not-so-work-appropriate dress. I'm open to ideas.

Click on the photo to link directly to where you can purchase the Tibi Toffee Phoenician Dress online.

Spring Fashion: Seriously Sexy Maxi Dresses

--By Kim Moshtaghi

Victoria's Secret Maxi Dress
$69.00
Available at: victoriassecret.com

It’s finally warm enough for the maxi dress. Every year at this time it gets hard to fight the urge and avoid the maxi dress. The long, air circulating dress is sexy, sassy and cool. It never looks like you are trying too hard when wearing the maxi. Full of spunk and boldness, the maxi dress is perfect with some nice sandals and great big earrings. The bohemian vibe mixed with an elegant look is wonderful-- love it!

I get such positive imagery when I look at someone wearing the maxi dress and I always get compliments when I’m wearing mine. If you get a maxi dress dirty while walking on the beach, it’s no problem, you brush off the sand and continue on with the day. That’s the attitude the maxi dress comes with, a sort of carelessness, yet sophisticated in its own mysterious way. Not to get too philosophical over it, but hey, some things bring it out in me… the maxi dress being one of them!

Love Tease Halter Dress
$69.00
Available at: macys.com

Moving on to maxi dresses for purchase so you can feel as poetic as me, here we go. Victoria Secret is the definition of sexy, so where better to go to find a seriously sexy maxi dress. The tough part is that every dress on those models looks exceptionally gorgeous. It’s tough not to want them all when they’re on those beautiful models. I really like this orange-ish Cotton Jersey Maxi Dress. It’s an adjustable halter dress with a tie waist and a large keyhole-- wow, it’s hot! The color and the easy going style give it an ultimate purchase-worthy look.

For a maxi that you can transform for an incredible night time formal outing try this stunning Love Tease Halter Maxi Dress from Macy’s. It’s all black with a silver medallion ornament with rhinestones below the chest. The steep v-neckline and the simplicity of the dress give it a fancy look. This dress can be transformed from daytime summer fun to evening glamour by slipping on some one inch open-toed heels-- anything taller will take away from its sophistication.

A different floral looking dress is all it takes to fit in perfectly for the summer and Bloomingdales has that covered. The sweat Sweet Pea Deep V-Neck Maxi Dress with sheer floral print all over is awesome. The three-quarter sleeves with elastic cuffs give it an edge over other maxi dresses. Because of the shape and print of the dress the v-neckline looks extra steep. This would look great on a smaller breasted woman, because they can pull it off with class! There is a small keyhole underneath the very steep v-neck, for an extra spice, just in case the v-neck didn’t do it enough justice!
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Kim Moshtaghi is a contributing writer for Adventures in the Stiletto Jungle. Born in Germany, Kim is currently based in sunny Del Mar, California, where she also serves as Stiletto Jungle's Director of Sales and Promotions. Kim has a communications degree, a third degree black belt, and a totally covetable Gucci handbag collection.

SALE: 20% Off Dresses for Mom at eDressMe

Anna Sui Paisley Dress
$240.00 (was $343-- save 20%!)
Available at: edressme.com

Ok, so this new sale from eDressMe is being billed as a Mother's Day Sale, but the sale-priced items are anything buy matronly. Sure, it would be a perfect chance to snag a little something for mom, but it's also a great opportunity to save on a gorgeous new spring frock for yourself. Dresses, blouses and handbags from labels like Anna Sui, Voom by Joy Han, Vivienne Tam, Tara Jarmon, Nicole Miller, Orla Kiely and more are all priced 20% off for this special sale. Prices are good through Sunday, May 10.

Personally, I'm going through a bit of a dress phase, so I found it hard to pick out my favorites. I'm leaning towards this Paisley Print Hankerchief Dress from Anna Sui. It's bright and spring-like, but still polished enough to wear to a more formal event, like a spring wedding or outdoor party. I'm also insanely in love with this Multi Colored Tiered Dress from Manoush. I have absolutely no where to wear a floor-length tiered dress, but if I did I would snap this one up in a hurry. Yes, it's a little outlandish, but it would be amazing if worn with supreme confidence.

Check out the eDressMe Mother's Day Sale for yourself to browse all of the dresses, blouses and handbags marked 20% off.

SALE: 20% Off Eco-Friendly Dresses at eDressMe

Ok, now this whole dress sale thing is starting to freak me out. It's one dress sale after another this week, albeit each with it's own special flavor. First it was super affordable (and deeply discounted) summer dresses and skirts on sale at Gap. Then chic, and slightly more upscale spring frocks on sale at Queen Bee. This time around, mega dress site eDressMe.com is offering 20% off eco-friendly dresses.

The selection of sale-priced eco dresses include chic organic cotton sundresses from Synergy that vibe incredibly work-appropriate, and sleek little cocktail numbers from ecoSkin. This special sale is good through April 23-- perfect for getting in a little Earth Day shopping. To check out this new sale, click through the banner below.

SALE: 20% Off Dresses at Queen Bee

This is turning out to be the week to buy a new spring or summer dress. Do you have a special occasion that requires a fabulous new dress, and this week's great Gap Dress Sale isn't quite delivering what you need? Maybe the Queen Bee Spring/ Summer Dress Sale is just what you've been looking for.

Through this Thursday, April 16, you can score 20% Off all regular priced dresses at Queen Bee by using Coupon Code springdress09. With higher end frocks from labels like Shoshanna, Milly, Susana Monaco and Diane von Furstenberg, the Queen Bee Dress Sale is pefect for picking up a new dress for summer wedding or cocktail party. Click through the banner below to get shopping.

SALE: 25% Off Dresses & Skirts at Gap

Just in time for the first warm days of spring, Gap.com is offering 25% Off all regular priced dresses and skirts. This special deal is good for three days only-- April 13 through 15-- and is only available online.

On sale you'll find skirts ranging from slouchy summer florals and effortless denim, to completely office-appropriate pencil skirts in just about every color you could possibly want. The dress collection includes tee shirt dresses, sweeping maxi dresses and sun dresses galore. And, it's all on sale for the next three days. Click through the banner below to visit the entire sale. Happy shopping!

GWP Alert: Free Anna Sui Garment Center Tee

Tracy Reese Strapless Dress
$75.00 (was $395-- save 81%!)
Available at: edressme.com

According to fashion industry bible WWD, "The chicest thing to wear this fashion week may just be a black T-shirt emblazoned with the words 'Save the Garment Center.'" And, while supplies last, you can get that famous black tee free!

Through September 12, online designer dress shop eDressMe.com is offering the Anna Sui "Save the Garment Center" tee free with any purchase from the eDressMe Fashion Week Sale section. So, what's the deal with this fashion insider must-have tee? According to eDressMe:

"Due to rising rent costs and zoning law changes, thousands of garment workers are at risk of losing their jobs. The very craftsmen who make your designer dress are being pushed out, some with no hope of coming back. New York, via the Garment District, is the fashion capital of the United States, generating billions annually for the economy and setting worldwide trends.

Plenty Floral Cocktail Dress
$99.00 (was $300-- 67%!)
Available at: edressme.com

Sadly, this vital industry is loosing its home. Thus, while supplies last, with the purchase of a sale item in our Fashion Week sale, eDressMe.com will provide you with a free gift: A black Anna Sui T-shirt so you can show your support to those who have kept you looking fabulous for so long."

The eDressMe Fashion Week Sale showcases designer dresses for up to 80% off. Seriously, the super low prices on labels like Tracy Reese, Twelfth Street Cynthia Vincent, Tara Jarmon, and Plenty are enough to send any fashionista into a shopping frenzy. The Free Anna Sui tee, which happens to support a cause very close to any fashion lover's heart, is just icing on the cake.

Sultry Summer Dresses Under $99

--By Kim Moshtaghi

Fun and Flirty Cocktail Dress
$90.00
Available at: edressme.com

Finding fashionable dresses for under $99 is tough, but eDressMe.com has made it easy, thanks to their section dedicated to dresses under $99! This website is worth visiting for more than just their dresses and under $99 section-- they have everything from sneak peaks of new items coming to their website to an informative shape guide for ladies who need a little guidance. Not only is this wonderful site based out of one of the fashion capitals of the world-- New York-- they also have an impressive resume, having been featured extensively in popular magazines. And why wouldn’t they be, when they are carrying clothing from Trina Turk, Nicole Miller, Nanette Lepore and many more hot designers?

A-Line Jungle Print Maxi Dress
$92.00
Available at: edressme.com

Not only is this site easy to use, but it also has wonderful previews of what the next season is bringing to the fashion world, allowing you to drool over what you want to purchase next. But what amazes me the most is the high caliber of dresses that are being offered for under $99. The selection is awesome, with over one hundred dresses to choose from that are beautifully suitable for the warm season. Usually you wouldn’t find these dresses at such an affordable price during the month of July!

I’m a big fan of cocktail dresses, because they are usually versatile enough to wear for many different occasions, and they are, for the most part, always sexy! I found a wonderful one that is perfect for an attention seeker. The color is beautiful for the summer, and will look gorgeous on freshly tanned skin. The satin fabric makes this dress look flirty, especially with the empire waist band under the bust line. I think this dress is a great length, and when it comes to $90-- it’s an awesome buy!

Draped Floral Dress
$92.00
Available at: edressme.com

As for my new love for maxi dresses, I found one of these too! For a fantastic price of $92 you can get a wonderful maxi dress with a low cut back and back tie. The dress is a jungle print, with an amazing color combination. The colors blend wonderfully together. The deep purple and green are a good contrast, and really bring out some nice undertones.

Another jungle-like dress that I liked is a completely different style than the maxi-dress, but just as classy and cute. I love the way this dress drapes over the chest and has a belt to cinch the waist. Similar to the maxi dress it also has the deep purple and green colors, which are very flattering. The style of this dress is simply stunning.

There you have it! Three perfectly suitable dresses for summer under $99, now how can you beat that? Not only can you go on this site and get a trend report, but you can beat the crowds and buy the trend by visiting eDressMe.com. With unbeatable prices and styles to make you swoon, its worth putting away $99 to look this good!
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Kim Moshtaghi is a contributing writer for Adventures in the Stiletto Jungle. Born in Germany, Kim is currently based in sunny Del Mar, California, where she also serves as Stiletto Jungle's Director of Sales and Promotions. Kim has a communications degree, a third degree black belt, and a totally covetable Gucci handbag collection.

TREND: Crayola Colored Dresses For Every Budget

Karen Zambos V-Neck Mini Dress
$156.72 (was $330-- save 53%!)
Available at: LabelSpree.com

When dreaming of your perfect summer wardrobe, do visions of Crayola boxes dance in your head? I wouldn't be surprised because the hottest trend of the summer is clothing in colors that were once reserved for the 64-pack of crayons we all loved as a kid. What's the best way to rock the colorful hot weather trend? A solid-color dress that shows off a unique cut and your uniquely fabulous assets.

Sure, there have been plenty of $200+ dresses seen in the scene lately, but don't let that discourage you from trying out this daring look. I wouldn't want to throw down two weeks worth of grocery money on a super trendy fashion either! Luckily there are plenty of fabulous Crayola-colored dresses available at prices that fit within any budget. Here are a few of our favorite finds.

Want to score one of those expensive little dresses for a song? We dug up this super hot Karen Zambos V-Neck Mini Dress (right) on sale for 53% off retail price. It's sexy and sassy and perfect for a night out on the town. At $156.72 it's hardly a toss-away, but, compared to the $330 retail price, it's a steal. Check out these other fab finds:

Christina Doll Dress $158.00 Available at: CoutureCandy.com One glimpse of turquoise and I'm instantly transported to the ocean. This gorgeous babydoll brings the ocean to you.	Velvet Torch Empire Dress$52.00 Available at: Nordstrom.com Summer '07 will go down as the year of yellow and this pretty little frock is just right for riding out the trend in style.
Design History Cinched Shoulder Dress $60.00 (was $100-- save 40%!) Available at: Bluefly.com The high waist and ruched bust of this bright blue dress will flatter your waistline and bust like nothing else.	Gap Tie-Top Babydoll Dress $44.99 (was $59.50-- save 24%!) Available at: Gap.com An easy trapeze shape gives this sundress a comfy, casual vibe.
Hurley "Impact" Tank Dress$31.99 Available at: Tillys.com A deep purple color makes this beachy dress regal.	Tulip Tank Dress $26.50 Available at: WetSeal.com Want to try the trend on the cheap? This electric orange tulip dress is priced just right.

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FOUND: 5 Chic Dresses That Work for Work

Marc Jacobs "Beelie" Print Dress$215.00 (was $358-- save 40%!)
Available at: eLUXURY

I am so not a morning person. Really, not a morning person. In fact, I am practically incoherent before 10 a.m. Now, imagine me trying to get ready for work at 6:00 a.m. It's not a pretty picture. That's why I love the idea of dresses for work. One piece, no matching required. It's instant chic for the office. That makes the morning so much more bearable.

A dress that works for work must hit the middle ground that exists somewhere between trampy and matronly. Neither extreme is desirable. The trick is to find the right balance between covered up and body conscious. A perfect choice is the "Beelie" Print Dress from Marc Jacobs. This sweet 100% silk frock manages to fit like a dream while remaining appropriately demure.

Going straight to cocktails after work? Slip into this Park Vogel Polo Dress in the morning and you'll be set. Pair it with neutral platform pumps and a slim camisole for day; at night ditch the cami and trade out the platforms for metallic gold strappy sandals.

ParkVogel Polo Dress
$140.00
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Available at: CoutureCandy.com

Travel for work? Matte jersey is your new best friend. This all-occasion fabric packs like a dream and resists wrinkles like crazy. This Evan Picone Matte Jersey Dress will also save room in your suitcase by doubling as both a work dress and cocktail frock.

Evan Picone Matte Jersey Dress
$99.00
Available at: Macys.com

A jersey knit in a basic shape is perfect for a more casual office environment. The "Make Slick" Dress by LOVE from Ya-Ya is super sleek, but still work appropriate thanks to a shape that skims rather than hugs your curves.

LOVE from Ya-Ya "Make Slick" Dress
$79.00
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Available at: ShopBop.com

Looking for a dress that works for work and works within your budget? Look no further than this Ponte Knit Sheath Dress. The sheath shape is classic workwear, the price is insanely affordable, and it's even machine washable. Hard to beat that.

Ponte Knit Sheath Dress
$39.00
Variations: Mulberry (shown), Black, Camel
Available at: Spiegel.com

Click on any photo to link to where you can purchase that dress that works for work online. Want the best in fashionable workwear delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to Stiletto Jungle and get free updates by e-mail or RSS. Need holiday gift ideas? Check out The Stiletto Jungle 2006 Gift Guide.

TREND: The Little White Dress

Valentino Roma Macrame Dress
$1,695.00
Available at: NeimanMarcus.com

While the Little Black Dress is a timeless classic, it was also the height of of-the-moment fashion this fall. The return of the LBD to the top of the "trendy" list was a lot of fun, and sure made finding the perfect party dress easy, but come this spring it's going to be a whole new ballgame. C'mon, we knew it couldn't last. The fun of fashion it that is is always changing. The must-have dress for 2007 is-- drumroll please-- the Little White Dress.

That's right, white dresses. Stark white dresses were all the rage on the spring runways and the ready-to-wear designers have followed suit by producing LWDs by the barrel full. These new styles are just starting to trickle into the stores, so be sure to snap your spring staple LWD before the best styles are sold out. This will be your go-to dress throughout the spring and summer!

Want one of the LWD styles that sparked the trend? Be prepared to throw down some serious money. Our favorite of the lustworthy LWDs is the Valentino Roma Macrame Dress (above right). This sleek dress skirts the line between virgin and vixen with a level of high-fashion style that you only find from a label like Valentino.

Want the high fashion look without the high fashion pricetag? Sunner's "Florent" dress has a couture look thanks to a ruffle-edged super deep v-neck and low slung patch pockets. Thankfully, the price is low enough that we will still be able to afford the dry cleaning bill.

Sunner "Florent" Dress
$277.00
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Available at: PinkMascara.com

Basic white feeling a little too stark for you? Break up the field of solid white without straying from the monochromatic trend by choosing a dress with subtle metallic details, like this Metallic Dot Dress from Arden B. The simple silver dots add a little something extra to an otherwise simple white babydoll dress.

Arden B. Metallic Dot Dress
$198.00
Available at: ArdenB.com

For the nights when you are feeling especially brave, make an entrance in flowing white satin. This 100% Silk Satin "Charm" dress from BCBG Max Azria is an attention grabber in the style of 1940s Hollywood starlets. Pair it with super sparkly diamonds, spare high heel sandals, and yards of dewy bare skin.

BCBG Max Azria Silk Satin "Charm" Dress
$120.00 (was $200-- save 40%!)
Available at: Bluefly.com

For the girl with the curves she isn't afraid to flaunt, it's got to be this Jersey Drape Dress by Walter. This dress will hug your curves in all the right places, and leave tongues wagging in your wake thanks to a dramatic open back with a shoulder back strap (click the photo to see more views).

Walter Jersey Drape Dress
$77.00
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Available at: CoutureCandy.com

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