After the 70s style flares and platforms, I figured it was time for a change of pace, so today's Dress of the Day comes to us courtesy of River Island, who seem to be having themselves a bit of an 80s moment with this double-whammy of prom dresses. The £49.99 white lace puffball dress is a little too Like-a-Virgin-era Madonna for my tastes (add a lace headband and fingerless gloves, though, and you're good to go out as Desperately Seeking Susan for Halloween), although it is rather pretty. The jacquard racer-back dress (£69.99), though, is to die for, and is actually pretty timeless. Wear with black patent peep toes and clutch bag, and leave the fingerless gloves at home...
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9 comments on “Dress(es) of the Day: 80s style prom dresses at River Island”
My mother’s style… In fact i like 80′s culture.
The dresses are really nice. But they are extremely to new aged to be modeled from the 80′s. Not exactly what I was looking for.
this dress is so not sexy
I would like you to find me a pink puffed up dress with glitter please]
Where can I buy the jacquard racer-back dress
where can i buy the jacquard racer-back dress? i really love it!
Veronica – as the post says, it’s from River Island. This post is from 2007, though, so I wouldn’t imagine they’ll be in stock now.
The silver Grey frock is just what i was looking for. Where can i buy this and price, any idea??
i just cant help it…im obsessed with eighties fashion!!! LOL