Black Halo Jackie O Dress

Thanks to Lauren for sending me this find!!

This gorgeous cobalt blue dress from Black Halo retails for $345 at Pink Mascara.


This dress from Lily Boutique is very similar and retails for an affordable $31. Click HERE if you're interested in purchasing!

Inspired by...3.1 Phillip Lim

I saw this outfit by Phillip Lim on Neiman Marcus' website and wanted to recreate it for less! The necklace tank retails for $225 and the skirt retails for $325. This adorable outfit would be perfect for work or a holiday event.


Here's my interpretation of the Phillip Lim look for a lot less cash. The top retails for $38 at Ann Taylor (save 30% with code 108027088), the skirt (although black instead of navy) is on sale for $89.99 (down from $185), and the shoes retail for $49.95 at DSW (take 10% off your order with code 920 - thanks to See Chloe Shop for the codes!!). This entire outfit costs $177.94 - which is less than just the Phillip Lim tank! Click on any of the items below to purchase or for more information.

Mid-length Skirts by Black Halo
Tanks by Ann Taylor

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Black Halo One Shoulder Mini Jackie Dress - *Updated 10/22/09*

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This dress by Black Halo retails for $345 at Revolve Clothing. (If you want to see more detail, please click here to view it in yellow - it makes it a little easier to see than the black).




If you're looking for a similar dress for a lower price, try this version from ArdenB. It also comes in spruce, and retails for $118. Click here to purchase.


*Update - 10/22/09* - Since the ArdenB version was originally posted back in September of 2008, it's no longer available. However, if you're still looking for a budget friendly alternative I found this version by Gianni Bini. This dress only comes in eggplant, but retails for a more reasonable $148. Click on the photo below to purchase.

Black Halo Cold Shoulder Jackie Dress

This dress by Black Halo with shoulder cut outs originally retailed for $328, now listed at $197 on Bluefly.


If you're looking for a similar dress (this one has a slit in front while the original has one in the back), Boston Proper has a version that retails for $129. Click here if you'd like to purchase.

Black Halo Ruffle Sleeve Dress *Updated - 8/28/09*

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This dress by Black Halo retails for $345 at Saks.


Looking for a similar dress for less? Try this great alternative by Necessary Objects. It retails for $49.50 and you can click on the photo below to purchase!


*Update 7/13* - If you missed out on the version above, Forever21 has a similar version for $29.80 and you can click on the photo below to purchase.

*Update - 8/28/09* - Lulu's now offers a similar dress as well for $33. Click here to purchase.

Black Halo Jackie O Dress - *Updated 8/18/10*

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This gorgeous dress by Black Halo retails for $345 (although it seems to be sold out everywhere in black). It's been spotted on several celebrities including Kelly Ripa, as seen below (photo credit: FabSugar).


If you want a classic dress like this in your closet but still want to save a little of your hard earned cash...check out this dress from Ann Taylor. It retails for $159 but is currently 30% off - making it $111.30 (and if you use Ebates you'll get an additional 3% cash back!), saving you a total of $233.70 with the 30% discount! If you're interested in purchasing, click on the photo below.


*Update - 8/18/10* - This post is originally from back in May of 2009, so the other alternative may no longer be available. Reader Angie wrote in with this great version in red from ModCloth for $64.99 if you're still looking for a similar style. Click on the photo below if you're interested in purchasing.

Black Halo Colorblock Bodice Dress

I was unable to find the exact retail price of this specific dress, but dresses from Black Halo tend to run about $300+. (Photo credit: Google Search)


If you like the style of the Black Halo version above, but aren't able to locate it online (or just don't have the budget for it)...this version from Charlotte Russe is a good alternative. It retails for a much lower $26.99 and although the colors are different, the detailing on the bodice is similar. Click on the photo below if you're interested in purchasing.

Black Halo Cami Dress *Updated 9/13/08*

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Black Halo is worn by tons of celebs, and has a hefty price tag to match. This cami dress was worn by Mandy Moore on the cover of Lucky recently (in the grey and white). It retails for $327 at Revolve Clothing but is currently sold out.


Don't want to spend the time waiting for it to come back in stock AND spend the $$? Try this alternative from Forever21. The skirt is satin, not tweed like the Black Halo version, but it's a great look for less if you're on a budget! It retails for $32.80 and you can click here to purchase.

Product Code: 2048247171

Update (9/13/08): 

Arden B has a great alternative as well, and it retails for $128. Click here to purchase.