Posts with tag look for less

Today is the big day, fellow Americans. And there are two burning questions on everybody's minds -- for whom will you be casting your vote -- and what will you be wearing while doing so?

We are obsessed with the Sartorialist! His take on fashion is unique, his photographs are exquisite, and the discussion amongst the fashion minded on his blog is fascinating. And we are especially fans of some of the pictures he took while in the fashion capital of the world. Because we all know, nobody does Springtime like they do in gay Paris.

From Cameron Diaz to Fergie to Nicole Richie, celebrities know that the best way to steal the limelight on the red carpet is with this season's hottest style -- brightly colored, boldly patterned dresses.

Seriously, if prints are good enough for James Bond's girlfriend, they're good enough for us. Ever since we saw Daniel Craig's long term girlfriend, Satsuki Mitchell, in her stunning spring flower inspired dress we have been lusting after that style!

Since it's such a big deal that Mary Kate Olsen actually wore something normal, I thought we'd do a Look For Less on her. You can get the whole outfit for under $185.

One of our fabulous StyleDash reader's would like to know how to score Megan Fox's look for less. I would love to know how to score Megan's legs but whatever...

Megan's look is a sexy combination of very simple pieces -- a sheer white blouse, flouncy circle skirt, killer red pumps, and of course the total sex kitten black bra peeking out.

You can Megan Fox's look for around $50! Here is how:

- Blouse, Forever 21 $19.80
- Black bra, Simply Vera by Vera Wang $9.80
- Circle skirt, Forever 21 $15.80
- Red pumps, Isaac Mizrahi for Target $7.49

Grand total $52.89

Well this hardly seems fair! We (USA) get a Target collection from Milla Jovovich and they (Australia) get a collection from Zac Posen. No offense Milla but if I were given a choice I would take Zac, sorry.

Everyone's favorite young designer, Zac Posen will debut his red carpet looks to Target on April 3rd in Australia. One piece in his collection that many people are excited about is the white gown Grey's Anatomy's Katherine Heigl wore at the Emmy Awards. The dress will retail at $299.99, which may sound high but can you imagine what the original couture gown costs? Yeah, under $300 is sounding more like a deal isn't it! The Heigl dress will be the most expensive piece in the collection and only 50 will be made. The rest of the collection won't be so expensive, prices will start at $49.99 (for a belt).

I for one am excited to see the collection even though I think Target is out of their ever loving minds for selling $300 dresses and $50 belts -- don't care who designed it this is Target please give me a real deal.

I love how television characters always go to bed in some piece of fabulous lingerie. I am lucky if I take off last night's clothes before heading into the sack.

In this scene from ABC's Cashmere Mafia, Mia Mason (Lucy Liu) is wearing a gorgeous purple silk chemise after an unplanned romp with her ex. Many people have inquired about where to find this sexy little chemise without breaking the bank. I have two options, one is splurge worthy and one is a deal too good to pass up:

Splurge! For $160 you can look just like Mia in this chemise by La Petite Coquette, which is almost identical to the one on Cashmere Mafia. The only difference is the color of the straps and the purple seems to be a half a shade lighter than this one.

Save! For a mere $24.50 you can get this purple slip from Victoria's Secret. You get the same look for a fraction of the price, the only thing you will miss is the black lace on the bottom. Not a bad sacrifice for something so sexy.

Everyone wants the Gossip Girl look but let's face it, the looks from the show can get expensive. The girls on the show are rich prep school students who have never uttered the word "budget." I will help you get Serena's schoolgirl look for less than the price of her designer handbag.

• Camel colored coat from Victoria's Secret, $99.00
  
• Merona plaid tie from Target, $9.99
• Mossimo white top from Target, $6.29
• Plaid school uniform skirt from Hot Topic, $15.98
• Camel handbag with pocket detail from Rampage, $19.99
• Gold gloves from Totally Costumes, $6.95 (you will need to cut these shorter)
• Xhiliration black tights from Target, $5.99

Grand total- $164.19

Remember you can also find this look by hitting your local school uniform supply store, vintage shops, and you can even borrow your dad's necktie to achieve this look for less.

Serena from Gossip Girl knows how to make a school uniform look cool. In this picture she is wearing her favorite Nanette Lepore sequined sweater over top of her school uniform. The problem is the sweater alone will cost you around $300, a little too much for a girl on a budget.

This look takes a bit of creativity, as the cardigan is pretty much one a a kind. I took an over-sized gray cardigan and draped a sequin scarf around the collar to achieve the look. Of course you could also go nuts at the fabric store and attempt to create your own version of this hip sweater as well.

• Gray cardigan from Simply Vera, $38.40
• Gold sequin scarf from Torrid, $5.98
• Plaid skirt from Hot Topic, $15.98
• Plaid tie (under the sweater) from French Toast, $3.98
• Over the knee socks, $5.99
• T-strap shoes by Anne Taylor, $24.99
• White top from Target, $6.49

Grand total- $101.81

Miley Cyrus is so the next Hillary Duff.

With her Disney Channel fame on the show Hannah Montana and a famous father, Billy Ray Cyrus, this girl is unstoppable. With great fame comes great responsibility, like being a fashion icon, of course. Although Miley is hardly the age for a fashion icon (she is only 15) her adoring fans are dying to nab her stylish look.

In the picture, Miley makes looking warm look cool with a stylish white coat adorned with look-at-me black buttons. Her contrast of white and black accessories really make this black and white look fresh. The ensemble is age (and weather) appropriate and can be yours for less than $215.

• Newsboy hat, Etsy $20.00

• White jacket, Nordstrom $89.00 (simply change out the buttons)

• Black gloves, Delias $14.50

• Gray skinny jeans, Newport News $39

• Slouchy boots, Delias $50.00

It's hard to admit but, yes, I watch The Hills.

Lauren Conrad and the gang always have on nice clothes that you know darn well they couldn't afford if the show were actually "reality" (Teen Vogue interns can't get paid that well). The girls are paid mega bucks to live their loosely scripted lives and designers are practically begging them to wear their clothes.

For those of us who aren't as fortunate as the ladies on The Hills, let's do Lauren Conrad's look for less. The secret to this looks is "working it" with confidence and perfect makeup. The outfit isn't very complex because it's just basic black with gold accessories. Just beware, matching blacks can be tricky so be sure your black garments are all the same shade of black.

• Tube bubble dress from Old Navy, $39.50
  
• Black leggings from Intermix on sale for $19.00
  
• Round toe pumps, $39.00
  
• Gold bangles from Forever 21, $4.80
  
• Gold necklace from Forever 21, $5.80
  
• Chain strap bag by Rocking Vegan, $50.00
  

Grand total, $158.10

Victoria Beckham has climbed up the fashion ladder in recent years. No more freaky Spice Girl platforms and patent leather outfits, these days she is living up to the name "Posh." Whether she is dressed up or dressed down, this tiny little lady packs a major fashion punch.

In this photograph, the busy mother and wife of soccer hottie David Beckham is running a few errands looking flawless as usual. This look is all about being casual and cool. It's an easy look to achieve and can also be re-created in different color combinations.

Get this look for under $150 and to really "Posh" it up add 5 inch heels and dark sunglasses.

• Black cap(unisex) by Puma, $20.00
  
• Long camel colored scarf by American Apparel, $14.39
  
• Cream handbag from Forever 21, $32.80
  
• Skinny low-rise jeans from Delias, $39.50
  
• White tank top, Mossimo $5.59
  
• Gray duster from Alloy, $26.00

Grand total, $138.28!

How did this one slip past me? While being caught up in the swirl of having every celebrity on the planet designing their own clothing line, I guess I didn't even notice that magazines had followed suit. Elle magazine has a collection at Kohls! Oh gees, I just threw up a little bit in my mouth.

Why on earth did anyone think that was a good idea? Anyone who reads Elle doesn't shop at Kohls. Soccer moms shop at Kohls to get their kids back to school outfits, they aren't going into Kohls to get real fashion. And people looking for real fashion certainly aren't stepping their Manolo covered toes into Kohls.

Elle, was Target all booked up for the season so you thought the next best thing was Kohls? Why are you designing clothing anyway? You are a fashion magazine, remember? You write about clothes and show them off on too thin models. I am so disappointed in you. I really am. You were my favorite fashion magazine and now I feel like you cheated on me with the trashy girl up the street. I didn't know you were the type to go against all you believe in for a few measly dollars. You know good and well you wouldn't be caught dead in a $27 dress. Just like you know you don't promote size 18, which is the highest size your cheap clothes go up to.

My head hurts.

If you care to check out Elle's sellout line head into Kohls or buy online here>>