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Thursday Trend: Playful Peekaboo Dresses

05/02/13 | Asos, Fashion and Style, Forever 21, Thursday Trend, Urban Outfitters

Peek-a-Boo Strips, slashes, cut-outs, and see-through seams seem to be popping up all over now that the weather decided it is actually spring.  Last fall these little lapses of fabric created a really magical effect on the runways, but the looks provide a smidgen of sex appeal without revealing too much. But before I get carried away…

I have said it a million times, well maybe a dozen, but that counts as a million in blog land, right? … I LOVE getting emails from all of you. About anything and everything.  I usually respond right away and answer any questions my readers have but one email really summarized something many of you had been saying so I chose to address it in a post:

“Kelly, Sparkles & Shoes is a great blog and I love reading what you write. I only wish some of the items you single out were more affordable. I have stopped clicking on the links below items you post because every time I get to the site it makes me sad that the price is way over my budget.  like 20 times my annual shopping budet. Next time you do a post about clothes could you possible include items that cost less money and point those items out?  thanks! {name removed}”

With this is mind ALL of these dresses I consider “reasonable”.  That said, I do not vouch for their material or quality but I do think they are adorable.  ALL OF THESE DRESSES ARE UNDER $50.  These are my favorites:

Dynamic Blue / Yellow / Surfer Teal  / Royal / Violet
Mint & Black / Ivory / Tie-Dye / Cream / Striped
What do you think of this trend? Would you wear any of these dresses?

PS. My post about the World’s Largest Bake Sale will be coming on Saturday!

 

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Comments

  1. Janna Renee says

    May 4, 2013 at 2:44 pm

    Those are all super cute! I’ll take one of each 😉

  2. Michael says

    May 3, 2013 at 10:03 am

    The hi-low ones are more my style. Mainly because I don’t feel comfortable with cutouts like that.

  3. Mira says

    May 3, 2013 at 5:44 am

    I love this trend and you gorgeous selection. Yes I would definitely wear these kind of dresses <3

    xx

  4. Fash Boulevard says

    May 3, 2013 at 4:02 am

    I’m loving this trend and especially loving the dresses that you’re sharing.

    I would love for you to stop by my blog and check out my latest outfit.
    http://www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com

  5. Shopaholic says

    May 3, 2013 at 3:33 am

    LOVELY!

  6. Gail J says

    May 3, 2013 at 3:31 am

    i love love love dynamic blue xoxo

  7. Cake Couture says

    May 3, 2013 at 2:14 am

    I love all these looks! Especially the white dress! Perfect for Spring!

    xoxo

    http://www.cakeandcouture.com

  8. Mary M. says

    May 3, 2013 at 2:06 am

    Love your selection, all the dresses look so incredible!

    Have a lovely weekend,
    Mary xx

  9. Diana Marks says

    May 3, 2013 at 1:37 am

    cool dresses

    LA By Diana Live Magazine

  10. Bex Doctor says

    May 3, 2013 at 12:48 am

    I am definitely loving the peek-a-boo! They’re so sexy indeed! I am loving the dresses above and the vibrant colors! Great post Kelly!

    Kisses,
    Bex
    Personal Style Blog

  11. Brewed Together says

    May 3, 2013 at 12:01 am

    Love these fun dresses! We can’t get us enough lovely dresses. Thanks for sharing! Xo, M&K at brewedtogether.com

  12. geelongfashionista says

    May 2, 2013 at 10:54 pm

    Love a good cut out!
    The surfer teal dress is my fav, but all are stunning!
    x Kirsty
    http://geelongfashionista.wordpress.com

  13. Jenny Plog says

    May 2, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    Gorgeous trend!!!

    http://www.plogstyle.com

  14. Sam says

    May 2, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    I love peekaboo dresses! Would definitely rock the yellow one – soo cute!

    Sam Muses xx

  15. Misty says

    May 2, 2013 at 5:32 pm

    Oh, I heart cheap ass Forever 21. Sometimes I luck up and get nice stuff there. Other times it’s made for 14-year-old.

  16. Lauren says

    May 2, 2013 at 4:34 pm

    I don’t mind side cut-outs or subtle side cut-outs since they’re a little more understated!

    Fizz and Frosting

  17. aki! says

    May 2, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    This is a trend I’m totally not into. I really don’t like how my back looks so I always have to be careful not to show too much of it.

    7% Solution​

  18. Rachel Lynne says

    May 2, 2013 at 4:02 pm

    I love the idea of cut out and sheer dresses! So sexy!

  19. tr3ndygirl fashion blog says

    May 2, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    bella questa selezione
    se ti và passa da me per un saluto
    Tr3nDyGiRL Fashion Blog

  20. Marley says

    May 2, 2013 at 1:00 pm

    I love peekaboo dresses. So pretty!

  21. Treasure Tromp says

    May 2, 2013 at 12:11 pm

    I’m obsessed with this trend. absolutely love it!

  22. Alyssa says

    May 2, 2013 at 11:18 am

    I actually JUST got a cutout dress for an upcoming party. I have a few more cruches I need to do before I can wear it, but I’m excited!

  23. Jackie l Food.Wine.Fashion says

    May 2, 2013 at 11:13 am

    I love the purple, but I don’t think I’d actually ever wear that. Now the yellow – I would totally wear that! Adding it to my list 🙂

    xo Jackie
    PS Giveaway on the blog today — 3 Rose Gold Midi Rings!

  24. TheTinyHeart says

    May 2, 2013 at 11:08 am

    That yellow one is really cute! Not sure if I could pull off this trend though. Thanks for showing more affordable options!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

  25. Amy {Cupcakes+Couture} says

    May 2, 2013 at 10:45 am

    i wish i could try the cut-out trend but all i can think is, where would my bra go?! haha! i unfortunately cannot go braless but if i could i would try this out.
    xoamy
    http://www.cupcakesncouture.com

  26. Kacie Cone says

    May 2, 2013 at 10:39 am

    Too cute! I’d wear all of these dresses!

  27. Penniless Socialite says

    May 2, 2013 at 9:54 am

    I am a little afraid to try this trend. I really love the violet dress from boo hoo though. I love how when the readers ask for something you deliver!
    Tara
    Penniless Socialite

  28. Rachel says

    May 2, 2013 at 9:53 am

    I like when they are subtle- but I’ve seen women wearing cut-outs in areas they shouldn’t be! haha I love all the dresses you chose though!

  29. Sophia M says

    May 2, 2013 at 8:21 am

    I love all your suggestions!!!
    xoxo Sophia

    http://styleofsophia.blogspot.it

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