Clover Canyon for Under $100!

Rent the Runway's clearance sales are always a great place to pick up (slightly used) designer fashions at huge discounts.  I am super excited about this sale because it includes dresses from one of my new favorite brands: Clover Canyon.

Shop the Post!

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Indigo Dream Sheath Fluorescent Light Dress Enchanted Woodlands Dress  Griffith Park Print Dress Floral Line Dress 

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Look What I Got: April and May Purchases

April and May 2016 Purchases by veggielawyer featuring black white sneakers

I may not have been blogging lately, but I certainly was shopping.  I am at a stage in my wardrobe where I am beginning to have to replace staple pieces that are reaching the end of their life span (i.e. my wallet, wrap dress, shirt dress, sneakers, sweater, striped tee).  But, I also added a few splurges thanks to Rent the Runway's sample sale and Bloomindale's recent sales.

1. Jones NY pink striped shirt dress: Marshall's (similar pictured) (Orig. $129 Paid $25) 2. Michael Kors Wrap Dress: Marshall's (similar pictured) (Orig. $120, Paid $15) 3. Slate & Willow Melinda Shift: RTR Sample Sale (Orig. $250, Paid $55) 4. Jones NY gingham shirt dress via Marshall's (similar pictured) (Orig. $129 Paid: $25) 5. Kate Spade Emma Dress: RTR Sample Sale (similar) (Orig. $798, Paid $180) 6. Free People Sienna Top: Lord & Taylor (Orig. $128, Paid $32) 7. Relaxed Linen Striped Tee: J. Crew (Orig. $36, Paid $15) 8. Tippi Sweater: J. Crew (Orig. $80, Paid $30) 9. Tulip Skirt: J. Crew (Orig. $118, Paid $82) 10. Converse Chuck Taylor Sneakers: DSW (Orig. $79, Paid $59) 11. Kate Spade Striped Bangle: Bloomingdale's (Orig. $78, Paid $25) 12. Kendra Scott Alexandra Earrings: Bloomingdale's (Orig. $65, Paid $18) 13. Vera Bradley Preppy Poly Wallet (Orig. $79, Paid $59) TOTALS
Sales Shopped

Total Original Price: $2,089

Amount Spent: $620

Amount Saved: $1,469

Total Percentage Saved: 70%

Clothes Sold on Instagram and Poshmark: $511
Net Spent: $109

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J. Crew 20% off everything
Bloomingdale's 50% off sale jewelry
DSW Rewards
Rent the Runway Sample Sale
Vera Bradley Birthday Discount

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Halston Heritage Two-Tone Dress. 

Now through Saturday, February 13th select dresses from Rent the Runway are rent one get 2 FREE!  All they need to do is choose a delivery date on or before February 13th and use the code 3FOR1VDAY16 at checkout!

Slate & Willow Red Petal Dress

Exclusions: Valid on online rentals only. You will pay the cost of the most expensive item. Adding a free backup size will count as 1 of the 3 items. Offer expires 2/13/16 and delivery dates must be 2/5/16 through 2/13/16. Promo code cannot be used on existing orders or be combined with other offers or gift cards. Enter promo code at checkout. 

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New Year's Eve Outfits for $20.16!

Anson Dress | Electric Ceclie Dress| Kinsley Dress

Hope you had a wonderful, fun-filled Christmas! With all the hustle and bustle of the season, spectacular sales can easily get overlooked. But Rent the Runway's $20.16 pricing on dozens of styles is definitely one that should not be missed! Once a year Rent the Runway discounts select styles to help make your New Year's Eve look as fabulous as possible! From sparkly jackets and glittery gems to slinky dresses and tailored tops, you'll find so many fun styles — all priced at$20.16! 
You still have time to shop these styles and reserve your New Year's look. But you'll definitely want to hurry. These styles sell out fast! 
And remember, new customers get 20% off their first rental when they use the code FIRSTRTR20P at checkout! **This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. 

Badgley Mischka Holiday Collection from Rent the Runway

Bonnie Sheath | Natasha Dress | Missy Dress

I don't think it's a secret that I am a huge fan of Rent the Runway.  I rent from them quite frequently.  More times than this blog even indicates...because nighttime events do not lend themselves to good blog photos.  And my old standby from RTR is anything from Badgley Mishka (see the evidence of my love affair here and here).  Badgley Mishka dresses always fit me perfectly.  The dresses always sit perfectly over all of my curves and have just the right amount of stretch to let me dance all night long at friends' weddings.

So, I was obviously pretty excited when Rent the Runway unveiled its Badgley Mischka Exclusive Holiday Capsule Collection.  The small collection is full of sparkle and holiday glam.  I love a good sequin dress, but my life does not call for too many sequin dresses.  So Rent the Runway allows me to indulge my sparkle addiction without emptying my wallet and clogging my closet with one-hit wonders.  My personal fav from this new collection is the Natasha Dress (pictured above).  It's sparkly AND ombre!  I love the deep neckline and the cute little sleeves.  This dress is just begging to be worn to a holiday party!

Check out the collection and let me know what your fav is!

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Long Sleeves, Short Hemlines with Rent the Runway

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1. Parker Teal Napa Knit Dress 

2. STYLESTALKER Esquire Dress 

3. ERIN erin fetherston Floral Mila Dress 

4. ML Monique Lhuillier Brigitte Dress

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When the morning and evening temps start to dip, but the daytime is so sunny and radiant that it feels like summer, you need styles that will keep you looking chic and comfortable from dawn to well after dusk. From short hemlines to long sleeves, Rent the Runway has got you covered. Here are a few perfect looks for the "in between" seasons.
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Vegas Outfit Planning with Rent the Runway

In a few weeks I am flying off to Las Vegas for a friend's bachelor party. I absolutely hate packing.  I always over-pack and then I can't carry my own suitcase through the airport.  So, this time I decided to utilize Rent the Runway!  They'll deliver directly to the hotel we are staying at (I already called to find out all the address and shipping information that has to be sent to RTR) and there's a RTR store in Vegas, so I can exchange anything that doesn't fit!  I am opting to go for 2 evening dresses and a daytime dress.  That's a whole bunch of stuff I don't need to cram into my suit case!
Check out the looks I put together!

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Slate & Willow Margaux Shift
Slate & Willow Solar Flare Earrings
Kate Spade Sparkler Missy Purse (similar here & here)
Loren Hope Mia Cuff (similar)
Kate Spade Gold Bow Heels (similar)

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Halston Heritage Smooth Operator Shift
Kenneth Jay Lane Frieda Earrings
Loren Hope Sarra Cuff (exact)
Pave link bracelet (similar)
Kate Spade Gold Bow Heels (similar)
Kate Spade Missy Sparkler Purse (similar here & here)

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Free People Floating Florals Dress
Loren Hope Mia Cuff (similar)
Kate Spade Gold Glitter Studs (exact)
Kate Spade Gladiator Sandals (similar)
Rebecca Minkoff Nylon Mab Mini Tote (exact)

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Rent the Runway Clearance Sale!

Attention savvy shoppers! I've got some exciting news for you! Rent the Runway is holding a rare Clearance Sale! This means that you'll be able to get designer dresses and accessories at up to 70% off! This special sale runs now through August and only while supplies  last!  Quantities and sizes are limited!  I missed out on a few great pieces last year because I dragged my feet!

So hop on over to Rent the Runway and check out their Clearance Sale page. You can shop a few of my favs below!

Shop my favorites!

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Lilly Pulitzer Elisse Dress
Rachel Leigh Primrose Regal Drop Earrings
Kate Spade Peri to My Winkle Necklace
Contrarian Sea Shimmer Dress
Rebecca Taylor Teacup and Saucer Dress
Kendra Scott Black Della Earring

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Savannah-Style Weddings with Rent the Runway

Savannah is one of the oldest cities in the country and it just exudes romance and southern charm.  So, naturally, it's become a wedding destination.  And, naturally, you can get an outfit full of old-world glamour from Rent The Runway.  However, you need to temper that romance with the fact that is is HOT down in Savannah!  Therefore, you want to go for outfits with light and bright colors and breathable fabrics and sophisticated silhouettes.  If you're going to go for a more pastel and romantic look, do not go too light.  Don't go anywhere near white.  I, personally  even like to stay away from pale pink.  Don't Kelly Kapoor it.  I don't care how good you look in white.  Just don't do it!  

Philosophy Garden Maxi | Ella Carter Jamie Earrings | Franchi Gold Jeanine Clutch

With my feelings on wearing white to a wedding fully out there, I have to caution you on this first dress.  Yes, it's floral, but there is a white background.  I would only wear this to a wedding where you know the bride and know she is not a crazy bridezilla.  I caution you on this dress.  It perfectly fits the Savannah theme and I can picture myself strolling down a cobblestone street with Spanish moss dripping off the trees.  However, a lady's wedding day is one of the few days of her life that she gets to be irrational and make crazy demands and no one can fault her for it.  If this dress is "too white" for the bride's liking.  Don't wear it.

Nicole Miller Garden Bouquet Dress | Slate & Willow Accessories Lena Earrings | Franchi Gold Abigail Clutch

This dress is classic southern-ness.  I just picture myself sipping a mint julep under an old willow tree in this dress.  I love the sexy silhouette and the coy off the shoulder look.  I picture this with a bold lip color.

4.collective Verona Dress |RJ Graziano Abbey Earrings | Chamak by Priya Kakkar Keira Bracelets

The rich brocade fabric of this dress just screams southern elegance, but the color is perfect for a warm summer's day.  I love it paired with some sparkle.
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Hamptons Wedding Style with Rent the Runway

Have you ever been invited to a Hamptons Wedding?  I haven't.  Nor do I anticipate being invited to one.  But a girl can dream.  And you can always dress for your dreams. Of course Rent The Runway can be there to dress your dreams, at a fraction of the retail price.  Treat every wedding this summer like a celebrity-attended, fancy-schmancy wedding in the Hamptons.  Think summery colors (brights and pastels) with luxe sparkly and shiny details.  I don't necessarily think the attire for a Hamptons wedding needs to be super fancy.  You will be on the beach and outdoors at one of these parties...I assume, based upon what I have seen on Revenge.  

Mara Hoffman Peach Loom Jumpsuit | Kendra Scott Natalie Earcuff | RJ Graziano Bentley Bangles

This jumpsuit outfit exudes casual glam to me.  This would be on the more casual side for a Hamptons gala.  Maybe more suitable for a daytime soiree.  

Yumi Kim Swept Away Maxi Dress | Gorjana Accessories Knox Pave Necklace Set | 

Kotur Rose Gold Margo Minaudiere

And here we're kicking up the fancy slightly with a bright floral maxi and gold details.  I like the simplicity of the delicate Gorjana necklace paired with the big and bold maxi.  I figured with a head to toe floral print, I could go a little easier on the accessories.

BCBGMAXAZRIA Alese Geometric Lace Dress | Lizzie Fortunato Gold Geometry Earrings | 

Loeffler Randall Iridescent Mini Rider

And lastly, the fanciest of this trio of outfits.  I think this lace dress can take you from a daytime beach ceremony to dancing the night away.  I also think you can go a little bolder with the accessories with this dress.  The lace is by no means boring, but it's delicate
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Miami Beach Wedding Style with Rent the Runway

In my opinion, summer weddings are the most fun to dress for.  Its because the normal rules don't apply,.  You can break most of the traditional wedding attire rules in the summer.  (except the one about wearing white.  There's a chance you'll lose a limb).  You can wear flat sandals (even flip flops), show a little mid-drift (but not too much), use sunglasses as an accessory, and go a little casual and flowy,  I assume, never having been to one, that Miami Summer Weddings are just awesome fashion feasts of color and pattern (with some drinks and food of course).  Rent The Runway can bring that tropical color and pattern to the table.

Milly Toile Print Halter Top Milly Toile Print Skirt | Gorjana Accessories Chaplin Cuff | 
Balenciaga Accessories Augustine Sunglasses

See?  Told you a little (not too much) mid-drift is appropriate!  And even a bird print!  And you'll (hopefully) need those sunglasses out on the patio while you sip your fruity cocktail.

Mara Hoffman Maristar Green Dress | Annabel Ingall Citrus Leyla Clutch | 

AV Max Signature Bangle Set

Normally, I would say that a patterned caftan-style dress would be too casual for a wedding.  But, this Mara Hoffman number is the perfect quirky piece for a summer wedding.  As are pretty much all of the outrageous printed dresses from Mara Hoffman are perfect for a summer wedding...or just general summer awesome-ness.

Lilly Pulitzer Sutache Shift 

And who does bright summer patterns better than Lilly Pulitzer?  No one.  Pretty much all Lilly dresses are appropriate for a laid-back summer soiree.

If any of theses styles have tempted you, I have a special discount code for ya!  Get $25 off your first rental of $75+ with new code FIRSTRTR25X75X.

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What to Wear to a Beach Wedding with Rent the Runway

One of the favorite places for New Jersey-ans to have a wedding is down the shore.  However, a beach or dockside wedding is quite difficult for a guest.  You have to be dressed up enough to dance the night away at the fancy dinner portion, but also be prepared for searing heat and itchy sand (or the annoying spaces between the planks of a boardwalk) during the ceremony.  As always, I turn to Rent The Runway,  If you don't already know, Rent the Runway offers high end clothing and accessories for rent at a fraction of the retail price!

And Rent the Runway has you covered for such an event with their Nantucket Summer Weddings collection.  Since no one I know is wealthy enough to get married on Nantucket, I'm using the collection to shop for a regular old beach wedding.

Below are a few of my favorite options for a summer beach wedding.  (Warning....I went a little crazy with the nautical them. I love stripes!!!)

ERIN erin fetherston Nantucket Dress | Kenneth Jay Lane Diana Pearl Necklace

Raoul Electric Rosette Sheath | kate spade new york accessories Rita Nautical Clutch |

Loren Hope Mishelle Studs

Badgley Mischka Paradiso Dress | Gorjana Accessories Chaplin Cuff | 

Balenciaga Accessories Augustine Sunglasses

If any of theses styles have tempted you, I have a special discount code for ya!  Get $25 off your first rental of $75+ with new code FIRSTRTR25X75X.
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What to Wear to a Vineyard Wedding with Rent the Runway

Wedding season is upon us!  And since no one wants to look at the same dress over and over again in pictures, I have to turn to Rent The Runway to fuel the seemingly endless need for dresses this summer.  If you don't already know, Rent the Runway offers high end clothing and accessories for rent at a fraction of the retail price!
One of the best places to have a summer wedding is a winery.  And Rent the Runway has you covered for such an event with their Napa Valley Summer Weddings collection!  Don't let the name fool you.  You don't have to go to Napa for a winery wedding...we do have quite a few here in New Jersey!  
Below are a few of my favorite options for a summer winery wedding.

Parker Floral Element Dress | Clare V. Rose Foldover Clutch | 

Erickson Beamon Periwinkle Duchess Earrings

Florals are always a good bet for an outdoor wedding.  Mix them with metallics for a bit of an edgier look   And don't forget, if you're wearing heels, make sure they're chunky so you don't sink into the grass!

Alberta Ferretti Lavender Jumpsuit | Kendra Scott Lace Agate Danielle Earrings | 

kate spade new york accessories Place Your Bets Emanuelle Minaudiere | Ella Carter Jesse Bracelet

For the brave wedding guest, try a fancy jumpsuit!  I know most ladies like to wear heels with their jumpsuits to elongate their legs.  Get a higher waisted jumpsuit and you can get away with flats in my opinion.  I thought this jump suit could be paired with bolder accessories.  It's not an outfit for the faint of heart!

Badgley Mischka Painted Petals Maxi Dress | 

kate spade new york accessories Turquoise Emerald Cut Earrings | Kenneth Jay Lane Woods Cuff

I said florals were an obvious choice for a winery wedding. So, is a maxi dress.  Why not do both!  Because the print on this dress is bold, I kept the accessories simple and went with flat shoes again.  No one is really going to see your feet in a maxi!
If any of theses styles have tempted you, I have a special discount code for ya!  Get $25 off your first rental of $75+ with new code FIRSTRTR25X75X.
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Winter Wedding Wear with Rent the Runway

I bet you were waiting anxiously through the holidays (and many days thereafter) for the big reveal of which dress I chose for a recent wedding. Ok, probably not.  Sadly, I could not get my hands on the fan favorite from the poll because I ordered too late.  I was, however, able to get this little shiny silver medal.  This dress was the perfect amount of sparkle for a wedding during the holiday season.  And by perfect amount, I mean A LOT.  However, it managed to not be heavy.  Which was a good thing, because I danced my ass right off!

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Blue Botany Dress: Badgley Mischka via Rent the Runway

Cuff House of Harlow via Rocks Box (exact)
Shoes: BCBG via DSW (exact)
Earrings: Kate Spade (worn, similar)
Black Clutch: Marshall's (similar) EXTRA 40% off with code EXTRA40
Nail Polish: Lincoln Park After Dark by OPI (exact)

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