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Wednesday, September 30. 2009

Poll: Is Blake Lively's Outfit Office-Appropriate?

People StyleWatch recently asked its readers to rate various celebrity looks as "okay" or "not okay" for the office. I loved the concept and thought it would be a fun feature for Work-Chic Wednesdays. First up: Blake Lively, shown here attending the Fashion's Night Out Event at Ralph Lauren Store in New York. I'd say it's okay for work so long as she buttons up the top and covers her tummy. What do you think?

poll by twiigs.com

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Inspired By: Opening Ceremony Slash Sweater

Opening Ceremony's oversized crew neck sweater features front slash details and ribbed edges, and costs $368 at shopbop.com.

While not identical, you can get a similar look for less with this see-through sweater tunic from Forever 21 for just $19.80.

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Off the Rack: Bomber Jackets at Target

After seeing a cute bomber jacket in a couple magazine/TV ads for Target, I decided to track one down at my local store. The toffee-colored bomber by Xhiliration ($30) was admittedly the best of the bunch—I decided not to buy it, but I'd wear it. However, the Mossimo faux-leather moto jackets were all unintentionally creased and plastic-looking. Anyone care to disagree? Did the faux leather jackets look better at your store?

Elsewhere in the accessories department, I spotted an adorable saddle bag that looked convincingly vintage, the type of thing you dream of finding at your local thrift store but never do (at least I never have.)

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Dress by Number: Vanessa Minnillo's Dolman Sweater Look

Get Vanessa Minnillo's effortless fall style by pairing a dolman sleeve sweater with flare jeans and flirty heels.

[1] Shoes [2] Hat [3] Sweater [4] Jeans [5] Cuff [6] Bag

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Tuesday, September 29. 2009

Today Only: All Max Studio Shoes $49.95 at 6pm

Leather Max Studio 'Blake' Sandals, now $49.95 (orig. $170) at 6pm.com

The Deal: Today only all Max Studio shoes are just $49.95 at 6pm.com!

What to Get: A well-crafted pair of impeccably stylish boots, flats or heels, like the sleek sandals above which can be worn with tights for Fall.

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