I have to admit I get a bit bah humbug about Valentine's Day, mostly, if I'm honest, because I've never had a Valentine. A little pathetic perhaps, and I'm a little bitter, so this year I decided to embrace Valentine's and do a VDay wish list cos they kinda look like fun.
I had the best intentions when I started this, I was going to put together a wishlist outfit because it seemed like a great excuse to ogle pretty clothes and I've never really done it before. Maybe even a wishlist gift list, just in case (I'm ever optimistic). But then I made the mistake of starting my quest on the ModCloth site and things took a bit of a left turn. As this was a wishlist I felt justified in choosing a site that isn't based in the UK. Bad plan Tors! Too. Many. Pretty. Dresses! So with a great deal of grumbling, I've narrowed down my selection and wishlist to nine(ish) of my favourite Modcloth dresses that I think would look amazing for a Valentine's date. Of all the things I do for you guys, forcing myself to sit and look at 2,421 dresses without buying a single one (yet) has probably been the hardest.
I had the best intentions when I started this, I was going to put together a wishlist outfit because it seemed like a great excuse to ogle pretty clothes and I've never really done it before. Maybe even a wishlist gift list, just in case (I'm ever optimistic). But then I made the mistake of starting my quest on the ModCloth site and things took a bit of a left turn. As this was a wishlist I felt justified in choosing a site that isn't based in the UK. Bad plan Tors! Too. Many. Pretty. Dresses! So with a great deal of grumbling, I've narrowed down my selection and wishlist to nine(ish) of my favourite Modcloth dresses that I think would look amazing for a Valentine's date. Of all the things I do for you guys, forcing myself to sit and look at 2,421 dresses without buying a single one (yet) has probably been the hardest.
1. half-past-swoon 2. crimpin' my style 3. with only a wink (peridot & navy)
4. university of marilyn 5. candid debate 6. a lighter shade of peach
7. two if by tea dress 8. delight of my life 9. get in the groove
4. university of marilyn 5. candid debate 6. a lighter shade of peach
7. two if by tea dress 8. delight of my life 9. get in the groove
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Wow, dress number 5 and 8 are my favourites, but they all look fantastic. I share your view on Valentine's day, it's a nightmare especially in the UK where it is just *too* commercial and shoved down your throat. Ah well, at least on Friday there'll be plenty of chocolates in the reduced to clear sections!!!!
Oh, these are so gorgeous! I don't know how you resisted temptation! I love Valentine's Day-- I usually bake treats for my coworkers and friends to wish them a happy "Pal-entine's" day. :)
Shipping and customs costs kinda helped rein me in a little here I have to admit! ;)
I love the idea of Pal-entine's Day, you're so cool! Why does no one I know do that? Maybe I should start this next year, cookies all round!
I LOVE 5. Actually, who am I kidding, I loved them all, plus around 50 others I could quite happily have included but thought you'd all get bored ;)
Y'know, I'd never thought of a plus side to Valentine's but you've just made it all worth while! Reduced choccies for the win!
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