When I saw this Valentino red lace dress with sleeves, I began daydreaming about my (pretend) couture closet. Back to reality, people. I can’t actually fathom spending this much on a single dress, even though it is ridiculously beautiful. Instead, I turned to my trusty online shopping tricks to find other similar dresses.
For less than a quarter of the cost, the Temperley London dress is still a stunner. I love the high scalloped neckline and cuffs. The cotton-blend lace is also very pretty, although I do wish the hem were scalloped like the Valentino dress.
The Valentino dress is so gorgeous with its floral guipure lace and scallops at the neckline and hem. I also love the 3/4 puffed sleeve, for a feminine and lady-like feel. The cost of this dress, besides the brand name alone, is because of the quality of the lace and the fact that it was made in Italy.
I’d happily take either of these dresses to add to my wardrobe, as a red lace dress with sleeves would work for so many occasions—a fancy dinner out, or dressed down layered under a leather jacket or tuxedo jacket.
Left – Valentino – $4590
Right – Temperley London – $750
What do you think of these red lace dresses with sleeves?