Save or Splurge: The Wrap Dress

I’ve recently become obsessed with wrap dresses in particular the iconic Diane Von Furstenberg wrap dress. This is a style that is very flattering for many figures making it one of those wardrobe staple must-haves. Not only are they flattering they are also very versatile. This is a dress that can easily be taken from day to night by wearing it with your favorite flats and dressing it up with a great pair of pumps for the evening. You don’t even have to go heavy on the accessories to make a statement the dress alone has just enough eye catching detail.

Although, I’d love a DVF in every pattern and color that isn’t really an option so I set out to find a more budget friendly brand and came across this factory print wrap dress at Banana Republic. It also comes in “Cool Combo” which is very reminiscent of a DVF pattern at a fraction of the price under $90.

Here are a few details on the save vs. splurge in creating two similar looks with the wrap dress.

• Jessica Adeni Signature black pump at $62 or splurge on a pair of DVF for $325.
• A fabulous duo tone clutch in red at $63 or Yves Saint Laurent leather purse for a price of $1,450
• Brooks Brothers hoops under $50 or Hoops at Macy’s $800 on sale right now for under $250.
• Kamali Kulture Square Cat eyes for $98 or Celine Audry sunglasses for $450.

Bottom line, you can get the entire save outift for the price of the DVF dress.  What would you do, save or splurge on this look?