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Ask BB: Chic & Cheap Chevron Maxi Dresses for All Figures


Celebs rocking the maxi dress trend

I keep seeing all of these adorable chevron maxi dresses on Pinterest and in local boutiques. The problem is I'm 5'11" and I can never find cute maxis that are long enough for me. I have found them before at Old Navy but they are boring and plain colors. I don’t like the ankle look and want one that will touch the ground. Please help! —D.D.

It's funny you should ask this question because just yesterday a reader on Twitter asked me where to find maxi dresses for women on the shorter side! (My reply: You'll most likely have to hem your dress to fit your height.) So let's see if we can find some chevron maxi dress options for every height and figure.

{Shown above from left: Tall celebs Khloe Kardashian (5'10") and Alessandra Ambrosio (5'10") rock the maxi dress trend; Olivia Wilde toughens up a chevron maxi dress with a leather jacket and sneaks.}

Save on Celebrity Faves Like Tibi and Jack Rogers Today at RueLaLa.com

Deal du Jour

Three brands on sale today at RueLaLa.com caught my eye because they're all celebrity favorites, from Tibi (favored by Olivia Palermo), to Jack Rogers (famously worn by Jackie O.) to House of Harlow 1960 (designed and worn by Nicole Richie). Take your style cues from these trendsetting ladies, then shop the savings like a thrifty fashionista - happening now at RueLaLa.com.

My top picks:
1. Tibi Deep Coral Ponte Sleeveless Dress, $149.90 (down from $350)
2. House Of Harlow 1960 14K Plated & Silver Plated Necklace (featured in The Jewelry Box sale), $99.90 (down from $225)
3. Jack Rogers "Glitter Navajo" Leather Sandal, $79.90 (down from $138)

Guest Blogger: BunnieXOXO from BSugarCoated Shares Her Fun Floral and Polka-Dot Mani

Flowers and dots spring manicure tutorial

Recently the folks at Pure Ice nail polish reached out to share some of their spring polishes - so I turned to my longtime Twitter friend and nail art expert @bunniexoxo from bsugarcoated to see if she would work her magic and create a special nail art design that showcases the vibrant hues. I couldn't be happier with her design - it's fun, chic and simple enough for me to imitate (a definite plus!) Keep reading for the easy step-by-step tutorial and be sure to check out more fabulous nail art inspiration over at bsugarcoated by @bunniexoxo. —BB

BB Exclusive: 40% Off at HarmonyBelle.com

Get our exclusive 40% off coupon code for HarmonyBelle.com

Happy Friday! I'm sooo excited to share this coupon code with you guys today! The lovely boutique owner over at HarmonyBelle.com has generously extended a 40% off coupon exclusively for Budget Babe readers! The code to use at checkout is BUDGETBABE40. Expires in one week, so don't delay. Take advantage of this fabulous deal to shop for pretty spring dresses, baubles, separates, handbags and more - already priced mostly under $50! Three cheers for Harmony Belle!

Some of my favorites:
1. Bubble Plum Bubble Necklace, $40
2. Peplum dress, $30.40
3. Pinking of You Cross Over Bag, $34

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