Awhile ago, I was contacted by eShakti to do a review for one of their items. It took me forever to pick ONE item because they have so many great choices. In the end, it was between two dresses and I went for the little black dress!
dress: c/o eShakti // brooch: thrifted {similar} // necklace: thrifted {vintage} // belt: WHBM {similar} // opal ring: grandma {similar} // pearl bracelet: Premier {similar} // bag: vintage Celine // heels: Valentino // sunnies: Karen Walker
PROS:
- I have to say that it is so well made! The dress is fully lined, and and the seams are nicely finished.
- I like the simplicity of the shape and scalloped hem.
- Additionally, I had it customized by changing the sleeves to a bracelet length. You can change any item to your liking for an additional $7.50.
CONS:
- Because it is felted wool, the dress attracts a lot of lint. You can see in some of the pics.
- Even though I submitted custom measurements, it arrived a little big. It may be because the dress is a slip on so they had to account for my wide shoulders. The pics show extra fabric gathered around the belt line and I showed you a pic without the belt.
Would I order from eShakti again? Definitely! It was nice to custom order my dress! The original dress is on sale for $31.98 here. Right now, they have some gorgeous Spring dresses available!
Just a little about eShakti. Shakti means power in Sanskrit. eShakti therefore means the power of the Net. They believe the internet empowers customers and helps companies be customer-centered. And they were recently featured on Glamour.com.
{Disclaimer: I received the dress complimentary of eShakti. However, all opinions, styling, and pictures are my own!}
You look great, Sam! I love the shoes, studs always add a fab touch! :)
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Love the dress! It looks great on you. Also loving your shoes!!
From Brooklyn with love,
Jen
I am DYING over those shoes!!
Your dress is cute Sam. Love the scalloped hem line. I love eShakti! They have a great new Spring line too. I must take a closer look. There was a gorgeous yellow piece on the website.
LOVE this dress on you and your heels are GORGEOUS!
xxx,
Fashion Fractions
those pumps are a dream! i love the brooch on the LBD
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Beautiful dress, I love the brooch detail on it! :) And I LOVE your shoes, they are probably the best pair of pumps I’ve ever seen! Amazing style as always! :)
-Rachel :)
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That dress is REALLY nice. I love the scalloped details on the bottom and it looks great with or without the belt. The shoes set it off quite nicely.
7eventh Letter
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What a pretty classic dress. It looks really nice on you!!
I love the look! Very classic and timeless and then you go down to the shoes and BAM! modern edge. I want to try the site now. I like the bespoke aspect of it. Very cool!
xx
Krissie
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interesting idea! wish they ship to international locations but looks like it’s just US and Canada for now. i like that it’s not too expensive to have something custom made. The LBD looks really cute on you though I agree it does look a tiny bit big. Love the styling as usual – you have the shoes I’ve been stalking for ages!
That’s a bummer about the international shipping, but hopefully they will expand soon. :)
I’ve been dying for those Valentino heels! SO cute on you, you rock em!
xx
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Lemiza
This is a great pick! The scalloped hem and the neckline are adorable. We love eShakti!
Love the cute scallops in the skirt – but I have to admit I dig those Valentinos even more!
I love this dress. Thanks for reminding me I have an eshakti gift card I need to use stat.
you look SO good, sam!! loveee this soo much!!! (i hate lint, though! grr!)
love, jamie
Love the scalloped hem! Love your touches to the dress. I’ve never really heard of eShatki, but will have to check out their site!
Custom-made clothing sounds wonderful…need to check them out. Love the cut & the style of the dress…classy! Oooh, those heels.. :)
It looks like a comfy dress that hides some problem areas ;) LOVE those shoes!
I just thrifted an almost IDENTICAL dress! I haven’t worn it yet but I wish I had those Valentinos to go with it too!!! :)
Great post.
x
montes Y mills
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Thanks for the intro to the brand…I wasn’t sure exactly what their brand/message was…but custom for those prices is pretty incredible.
Beautiful dress (although I hear you on the collecting lint thing) and I ADORE those shoes…they are awesome.
C
This dress is so pretty – and I L-O-V-E those shoes :)
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
Such a nice LBD! Shame about it picking up fluff – it’s always the prettiest dresses that do that! Looks so nice with the belt :)
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Dress is classic but with a little twist to it (the scalloped hem).
I like the touch of bling that the brooch adds to it!
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WOW! I adoreeeee it :D I really like that you added a brooch, it gives the dress more character :)
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I really love your style Sam :)
ummm your hair is fab AGAIN, and that pair of shoes seriously how fab are they?