10th Commandment: July 23
Jul 23, 2013
Dorothy Perkins Quilted Panel Dress ($59)
Sometimes I search for a 10th Commandment item for hours, but the second I spotted this simple black sheath, I knew it was the one. The simplicity of the cut makes it the perfect canvas for creating an outfit.
Also at Dorothy Perkins, I found this Billie and Blossom black dress with leather accents. This capped sleeve dress is also a good choice, and I like this midi-length tube dress a lot, but probably not for work. My favorite, however, is this $35 dress with a simple black-knot detail.
If you have more money to spend, I like this sleeveless sheath from Hugo Boss a lot.
Plus-size: I found this Tahari dress at Lord & Taylor. Petite: This simple black dress from Merona is a good choice.
I’m not sure how I never knew about Dorothy Perkins before, but I’m glad I do now! Can’t wait for my new dress to arrive…
Anyone have tips about Dorothy Perkins sizing? It looks like they don’t have free shipping for returns. It would be so nice to know I was ordering the right size, rather than have to ship a dress than didn’t fit back to the UK.
Ditto to SLG. I’d love some insight on sizing. I’ve seen MANY clothes I love at DP, but also don’t want to have to ship back to the UK.
The size chart says I am a 4/UK8. This is a lie. I go up to the UK10/6 and take in the bust on one out of three pieces. When in doubt, go up, and if you like it, tailor it.
Good to know. Thanks!
dumb question, but what is the meaning behind 10th commandment?
It’s sort of a play on “Thou Shalt Not Covet” by pairing covetous pricey pieces with less expensive, attainable fashions.
I have the petite merona dress in 2 colors (black and blue) and I love it! It’s super flattering and well-cut.
I’m reporting back on the quality of the Billie and Blossom black dress with faux leather accents from Dorothy Perkins. It’s a matte jersey fabric and fits really well. It feels like it will breathe and transition nicely weather-wise. It was definitely a great grab at $35 when you consider that there was no tax and the shipping was about $12 or free when you spend $50. So, instead of spending $47 for the shipped dress, I spent $50 and got the dress, a pair of socks, and two skinny belts. VERY happy.
Oh, SLG, there WAS a return label in my package, so I could have sent it back… don’t know if the cost of the shipping would have been taken off my refund, though.
I am “behind the times”, but I am excited because I ordered the “knot dress” (and a few tops) on sale and I am hoping that it fits. I am excited to see it when it comes. I looked at the returns, and it looks like you can return it and get a refund as long as you send things back within two weeks and as long as they are still in pristine shape. Looks like a great company and I loved looking at the clothes on the site. Thank you for sharing!