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The Look for Less: UGG Australia 'Mini Bailey' Boot

When winter weather strikes, so do UGGS. Here's a cute, low-profile boot with a subtle button detail that's $135 at bloomingdales.com.



Get the look for less with the Ukala "Stella" mini button boot, just $75 at amazon.com. Ukala is a brand from EMU Australia and features a suede outer material and genuine wool lining. You can find Ukala at amazon.com, piperlime.com and macys.com. Browse all the available colors and styles at ukalasydney.com.



Ask BB: Mindy's Bandage Dress from 'The Mindy Project'

I'm dying for a less expensive version of the dress Mindy Kaling wore on the last episode of her show The Mindy Project (Season 1, Episode 3, Original Airdate 10/09/2012). —Stephanie

I'm usually out of the loop when it comes to current TV shows but I actually watch The Mindy Project and thought Mindy's club-scene dress was amazing, too! The vivid red color is eye-catching while the modern stripes emphasize a perfect hourglass shape.

Her one-shoulder bandage dress by Herve Leger is $1,550 at bcbg.com (kinda steep, even for Mindy's OB/GYN character):



When it comes to bandage dresses on a budget, nobody beats Bebe. While I couldn't find an exact look-a-like, Bebe has the best selection of bandage-style dresses, mostly under $150:


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Use code BUDGETBABE for 20% off until December 31st at shophcb.com.

{Some of my faves: Colorblock dress, $40; Bird blouse, $32; Snakeskin wallet/iPhone holder, $18; Strappy heels, $42; Teardrop bib necklace, $22}

LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's Holiday 2012 Lookbook


Have you started thinking about the holidays yet? If this morning's Target x Neiman Marcus gift extravaganza didn't getting you dreaming, perhaps this LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's Holiday 2012 Lookbook will (I'm guessing both will have you salivating.) Some of the styles hitting Kohl's stores now through January include party dresses with a lot of sparkle and glam high heels, plus feminine blouses and pretty sweaters that are special enough for festive occasions but still exude a casual vibe. I've got my eye on the allover sequin dress ($80, available November), the heart applique sweater ($50, available November) and the pewter metallic "Johanna" pumps ($59.99, available January).

Keep reading to see all the looks.