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Is Topshop Worth It?

checked topshop sundress.jpgI’m on a hunt for cute (but not cutesy) mini dresses for spring and summer, and the only place that seems to have what I’m looking for at a halfway decent price is Topshop.

But the way the dresses are displayed on the website just makes them look cheap and ill-fitting. I won’t be able to make it to the new Topshop store in New York until fall, so I want to know if any of you think $80 is worth it for a little cotton dress?

Is the quality worth it, or am I better off at Forever 21?

Thanks!

Comments

Entry: MAC at Milk vs. Bryant Park

posted by LauraMilli

Jul 23, 2009 10:36AM

I think it's good that they're helping designers that seem so successful but are really still just getting started get all of the attention they deserve.

On a related note, I'm trying to apply for press accreditation (as a freelancer) to Mercedes-Benz; do you think there's a separate application for the Milk at MAC shows?

Entry: MAC at Milk vs. Bryant Park

posted by LauraMilli

Jul 23, 2009 10:38AM

Whoops! MAC at Milk ;)

Entry: Streetwalker: Hand-Me-Down Heaven

posted by LauraMilli

Jul 24, 2009 4:07PM

I love how she pulls off those big earrings AND the necklace. The shoes are a great choice too. My favorite in a while: good find!

Entry: Don't Miss the Marc

posted by LauraMilli

Jul 30, 2009 4:32PM

Yes! Totally Emily the Strange/Rosamond from Nate the Great.

Entry: Aug 13, 2009 @ 10:50am

posted by LauraMilli

Aug 13, 2009 3:42PM

Totally! Everyone in my audience was rooting for Grace the whole time.

Entry: Would You Wear a Proper Nightie?

posted by LauraMilli

Aug 19, 2009 2:12PM

I have a collection of old slips I found in my grandmother's closet that I lounge around in. Sometimes I layer them for day, but I like the feeling of dressing up for bed, too. Plus, they're comfortable.

Entry: Julia for Jil

posted by LauraMilli

Aug 20, 2009 11:27AM

Call me a sucker if you want, but I'd buy anything Julia wears.

Entry: Socks, Check

posted by LauraMilli

Sep 02, 2009 12:25PM

I like how they paired socks with the booties...wouldn't have thought of that.

Entry: The Ladies Love Leger

posted by LauraMilli

Sep 14, 2009 1:31PM

That last one is gorgeous. I can't wait to see who gets it first!

Entry: Ohne Titel Rocks the House

posted by LauraMilli

Sep 14, 2009 1:33PM

Very sleek and thoughtful. I wonder what that dress that Kim Noorda's wearing would look like on a "normal" person (ahem, me?)

Entry: Louise Please

posted by LauraMilli

Sep 21, 2009 1:15PM

So cute! Normally I shy away from poufed out skirts, but these are lovely.

Entry: Would You Bare Your Midriff?

posted by LauraMilli

Sep 21, 2009 6:08PM

Actually yes. I wouldn't wear something as short as the Brian Reyes or Alexander Wang tops, but with the right high-waisted bottom (or on the perfect no-bloat day), a swingy, feminine crop top can be adorable. I've been in love with this Dawn Sharp top at Bona Drag all summer http://bonadrag.com/shopmain/tops/crossback.html?reload

Entry: Sep 23, 2009 @ 11:54am

posted by LauraMilli

Sep 23, 2009 4:25PM

So cute! I love this quote: thanks for posting!

Entry: Sep 28, 2009 @ 4:59pm

posted by LauraMilli

Sep 28, 2009 6:30PM

Amaaazing, RashomonRebel If you think you might get in trouble for looking at naked models at work, wait until you get home to check Fashionista!

Entry: Murphy's Flashback

posted by LauraMilli

Oct 22, 2009 1:14PM

How did I not know about this movie? Bebe Neuwirth too: classic.

Entry: Take It Off

posted by LauraMilli

Oct 28, 2009 11:46AM

ha! so cute. I bet that was a fun video to style, especially towards the end.

@wondering: all homo/heterosexual rules go out the window when it comes to models.

Entry: Mid-Day Snack

posted by LauraMilli

Nov 03, 2009 3:18PM

ugh, I die for those LR lace-up booties from the Costello show!

Entry: Mid-Day Snack

posted by LauraMilli

Nov 10, 2009 1:41PM

Why do the qualifications for the Grazia blogging competition include being able to create an experimental hair do?

Entry: Meester Mayhem

posted by LauraMilli

Nov 18, 2009 7:12PM

This is ridiculously awkward. What was that jumping business?