Reader Nonie is planning on wearing this black lace ruffle-tier dress with black peep-toe pumps to see a performance of Wicked this weekend, but she's not sure if it's appropriate for the occasion. "Do you have any suggestions or opinions in what way I should wear or should I wear this at all?" she asks.

My response? I think Nonie's look is fun, festive and totally appropriate! I might swap the brown/bronze beads for a longer, multi-strand necklace either with delicate chains or flirty pearls to play-up the feminine feel of the dress.




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The Devil may wear Prada, but I'm sure she has space in her closet for these sinfully seductive Jimmy Choo cutout shoe booties, made from nappa leather and snakeskin. Originally $950.00 you can pick them up for $428.00 on sale at Bergdorf Goodman.


Charlotte Russe has this look for less. I first spotted these Ruched Strappy Stilettos at their fall launch event, and now they're available for $26.99 at CharlotteRusse.com. Irresistible!

Since its launch in 1982, Vera Bradley Designs' signature cotton quilted handbags, luggage and accessories have become recognized worldwide. The fabrics are a tad too "country cottage" for me, so they don't work with my personal style, but here's why I still give them a big ol' thumb's up:

• The Vera Bradley success story is the epitome of the American Dream. Two longtime friends start small and make it big through hard work, passion and a loyal fanbase.
  


• It's a women-owned business. Gotta love that.
  


• The headquarters are in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Midwest represent!
  


• The styles appeal to all generations. Last time I was at the airport, I saw a daughter/mother/grandmother trio toting Vera Bradley carry-ons—too cute for words.
  


• They're affordable. Vera Bradley has something for every budget, from inexpensive wristlets to under-$100 tote bags, and discontinued styles always go on mad sale.
  


• Those delightful prints. How can anyone hate on those adorable little paisleys and florals? It would be like hating Care Bears. No one hates Care Bears.

OK, I've made my case. What do you think about Vera Bradley? Yea or nay?

Leather "Lynn" shoulder bag, hobo international, Orig. $338.00 Now $139.00

ideeli has some really good sales going on right now, including Hobo International handbags, Free People, Mikael Aghal, Anne Klein, Carlos Falchi, Faryl Robin and Thea Grant. If you're looking for a high-quality, affordable leather handbag, check out the Hobo International sale, it's a great brand sold at nicer department stores such as Nordstrom and Lord & Taylor, and right now, you can pick up the "Lynn" shoulder bag (shown above) in your choice of brown, black or gray marked down from $338 to $139. A chic bag for work or back-to-school. Use the link below to access the sales.

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Pour La Victoire Colette High Heel Buckle Sandal, Orig. $290.00 Now $145.00 (50% off): Cognac (shown here); FINAL SALE $87.00 (70% off): Black, White + Extra 20% off

The Deal: Take an extra 20% off Sale Items with code SALE20 at shopbop. Ends July 23rd at 11:59 PDT.

Why You Need It: To get the shoes above, of course.