Aaliyah Finds

  Women's Pink Strapless Beaded Tiered Tulle Ball Gown: I interviewed myself about this dress, mostly because I had way too many thoughts to fit into a normal paragraph format. Here's that conversation, pretty much word for word. Q: Okay, first impression. Be honest. A: Genuinely, I gasped a little when I unboxed it. This is a pink ballgown with a beaded, sweetheart bodice and a massive tiered tulle skirt underneath. It's the kind of dress that looks like it belongs in a quinceañera or a prom, in the best way possible, big, romantic, and a little over the top. Q: Let's start with the bodice. What's actually going on there? A: It's a strapless sweetheart neckline covered in fine beading and subtle sparkle, sitting over a soft blush lining that gives it a bit of a glow rather than looking flat pink. There's a thin beaded belt right at the natural waist, which is a nice detail because it separates the bodice from the skirt visually instead of just letting one b...

Women White Floral Tulle Tea Length Bow Strap Dress: Tulle dresses are tricky. Too often they either look costume-like or they're so delicate that one wear leaves them looking worn out. This one managed to avoid both problems, which is rarer than it should be in this category. I wore this to a garden tea party, and it ended up being one of those dresses where strangers stopped to ask where it was from. The Bow Tie Straps The tie straps at the shoulders are one of the standout details here. Instead of fixed straps, they're adjustable fabric ties that let you customize both the fit and the bow size at each shoulder. This is a small detail that makes a real difference if you've ever dealt with ill-fitting straps that are either too tight or constantly slipping. I appreciated being able to tie them slightly looser for a relaxed, romantic look, then retying them snugger later in the day when I wanted a slightly more polished silhouette for photos. The bows themselves add a soft,...