Influenced by Erica (on a budget!)

Let's face it, while I wish I had Erica's style (or stylist), I couldn't afford most of the dresses she does wear.  In fact, I doubt that Erica could afford most of the dresses she does wear.  Sure items from H&M, Banana Republic and Anthropologie make appearances from time to time.  But DVF, Nanette Lapore, Alexander McQueen ?  Not to mention the shoes (oh the shoes!)

So what might Erica wear if she was my on-a-budget coworker?  While she may not find as many fantastic prints available, there are some styles that might appeal to her (at a price point that is more in tune with my actual coworkers):

http://www.target.com/p/Merona-Womens-Pleated-Neck-Sateen-Dress-Assorted-Colors/-/A-13871204

or a similar pleated top look, sleeveless at a higher price ($57) ; http://us.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=34072&storeId=13065&productId=4389121&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=339496&parent_categoryId=&pageSize=200&refinements=category~[339172|339496]&noOfRefinements=1

and a wrap dress with a little pattern (and on sale for $12.99)  http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_027B032794320001P?prdNo=33&blockNo=33&blockType=G33

This ($20.99)  actually looks similar to a dress Erica wore in Season 2:

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_031VA45703701P?prdNo=38&blockNo=38&blockType=G38

Or if you like pop of color how about scarlet ($15) - you could pair it with an orange or navy cami

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Seed-Women-s-Cotton-Tie-Front-Dress/19204049

Erica also favors the classic shirtdress - which can be found in the lower price points ($16)

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Women-s-Denim-Short-Sleeve-Belted-Dress/19414930

or this lovely (now on sale for $28): 

Plus Size Women's Petites Liz Claiborne Belted Shirt Dress - Olive

For evening, Erica often sports dresses that are strapless and either have tiers, or are one shoulder (such as this $39.99 beauty):

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_031VA46131501P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

 Or for a strapless option ($39.99), all this dress needs is a sparkly crystal belt:
http://www.target.com/p/Womens-Plus-Size-Merona-Strapless-Chiffon-Dress-Assorted-Colors/-/A-13468556?ref=tgt_adv_XSE10001&AFID=become_df&LNM=|13468556&CPNG=women&ci_src=16079562&ci_sku=13468556