Which is better for a formal evening event?

The Self-Portrait. Its burgundy lace, slim flare cut and short sleeves suit evening dress codes. The Ayumi works too, but its pink color and long sleeves read more daytime.

Is the Self-Portrait worth about $192 more?

Only if you want the burgundy lace look and the slim cut. The Ayumi gives you a lace midi with a waisted flare fit for less. Neither dress is dramatically better made on paper.

Which has more size options?

The Ayumi. It comes in US 6, 8, 10, 16 and 18. The Self-Portrait comes in US 4, 8 and 12, so it is the harder one to fit.

Which fabric is more comfortable?

The Ayumi, on paper. It is 83% viscose with 5% elastane, so it stretches and breathes more. The Self-Portrait is polyester and lace with no viscose.

Which is better for a wedding guest?

The Ayumi for a daytime or garden wedding, since pink and long sleeves suit it. The Self-Portrait for a black-tie or evening wedding.

Phase Eight Petite Ayumi Pink Dress vs Self-Portrait Burgundy Lace Dress

Buy the Phase Eight Ayumi if you want a pink lace midi with long sleeves and a defined waist for less money. Buy the Self-Portrait if you want a burgundy lace dress with short sleeves and a slimmer, more evening-focused cut. The Ayumi is $311.50 at Nordstrom as of November 7, 2026; the Self-Portrait is $504.00 at Balardi as of November 7, 2026. That is a gap of about $192.

Today the Phase Eight Petite Ayumi Pink Dress costs $192.50 less at its best price.

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