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Ask BB: Can You Help Me Find Dries Van Noten's Mixed Print Dress Look for Less?

I have fallen in love with the Dries Van Noten dress featured on Denise Porcaro in eBay's new Style Stories series (here). Any looks for less?! The colors, the cut, the mix and matched patterns…wouldn't say no to that cute BCBG belt either. —Michèle

First, let's start with the belt (that's the easy part): You can find BCBG's multi-colored belt for $68 at Lord & Taylor. It's unique and might be worth the price if you think you'll wear it often this fall and beyond. You might also try making a DIY version of this belt using some colored thread!



Now, on to the dress. When you're looking for runway-inspired pieces, your best bets are Zara, ASOS and H&M. Here's a mixed print dress that captures the feel of the Dries pretty well ($196, ASOS.com):



Here's an example of something you might find in stores now at H&M. This floral print dress with 3/4 length sleeves is just $34.95:



The Limited has been rolling out their fall offerings and I noticed they've got a bunch of dresses with unique prints. This one lacks sleeves but might work for you ($89.50, thelimited.com):



Here are a few more options:


As the season rolls on, I'm sure we'll see more mixed print dresses - a fall trend I can't wait to try myself.

Seen a dress or belt that Michèle might like? Let her know in the comments!

Comments
I actually bought this dress from The Limited and its the first one that came to mind! I got it on sale for $20..it should still be on sale online. I love it! You can also mimic the black sleeves by putting on a shirt underneath it. It has a very nice feel too!
#1 Palm Vintage (Homepage) on 2012-08-13 14:30 (Reply)
Love the Asos dress option!!
XOXO
#2 Martha (Homepage) on 2012-08-13 16:34 (Reply)
I know it's all about the dress, but the focus for me is actually the belt. I really love the belt. It's unique without going over the board.
#3 Fiona (Homepage) on 2012-08-15 16:17 (Reply)
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