Review: Very.com Sequin Dress and Platform Sandals

December 15, 2011

sequin blue dress cutout

I’ll skip Christmas and go straight to New Year’s Eve in this dress.

Oh yes, I’m totally lovin’ the sequins trend this year. If it’s shiny, sparkly, or glittery…I want! Go bold and beautiful because it’s the holidays, so let loose!

Life’s too short to be a wallflower forever.

blue sequin dress

Outfit Details: South Sequin Cut-out Dress - UK8 (c/o Very.com), Gap obi belt, H&M earrings, Fearne sandals (c/o Very.com)

Last month, I participated in the Very.com blogger competition and though I didn’t win, I got this dress and a pair of heels.

The embellished dress is well constructed and carries some heft from all the beads and sequins. In UK8, this dress is a bit too big and long. With my trusty belt tuck trick, the excess fabric is hidden and it magically shortens from a midi to a mini.

blue sequin dress

As for the shoes, they’re the tallest heels I own at 4.5 inches with a 1 inch platform. They’re super comfy and they’re perfect dancing shoes. The only downside is that the quality is similar to Forever 21, Bakers, and Aldo shoes.

Did I forget to mention that Very.com also carries petites?

Check out some more sequin dresses here:

{ 12 comments… read them below or add one }

JJ, Pocket Sized Fashion December 15, 2011 at 8:15 am

That dress is breathtaking! I love the multifaceted cobalt sequins – it’s definitely a NYE showstopper.

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admin December 16, 2011 at 10:21 pm

Thank you! The blue is such a flattering color for everyone! =)

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AUBS* December 15, 2011 at 10:13 am

Jess-I think this dress is the perfect cut for you. I like that you paired it w/these shoes. & you did your hair! girl, u are ready for NYE!

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admin December 16, 2011 at 10:22 pm

Thanks Aubrey! I feel ready for NYE!

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Katherine December 15, 2011 at 11:07 am

I love your dress! It’s so pretty on you and I love how you did your hair! Its definitely a New year look :)

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admin December 16, 2011 at 10:22 pm

Thanks Katherine…to me, the hair really makes the outfit feel extra special.

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KK @butshoppingmakesmehappy December 15, 2011 at 11:37 am

LOVE this. Looks so adorable with the belt. I’m obsessed with sequins AND cut-outs…so I’m pretty much drooling right now. You look awesome!

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admin December 16, 2011 at 10:23 pm

Haha. Thanks KK! I know you’d totally rock this dress too! =)

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Olyvia December 15, 2011 at 7:13 pm

Wow, this dress is so much fun! You look gorgeous! Exactly how does your belt trick work again? and I absolutely love love love your new bangs and this hairstyle on you!

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admin December 16, 2011 at 10:24 pm

Thanks Olyvia! Basically, I fold over the excess fabric and wrap my obi belt around it. I tuck any excess fabric into the belt to make sure nothing sticks out….and it holds up all night! =)

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Nav Garaha December 19, 2011 at 10:03 pm

love the dress so much I want one now! I recently wore my sequin dress to my bachelorette party!! :)

xo Nav
http://navlandstyle.blogspot.com/

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admin December 19, 2011 at 11:04 pm

Aren’t sequin dresses amazing? They are perfect for those little special occasion! =)

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