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The Look for Less: Dolce Vita 'Ayden' Sandal

I feel like I should start a blog dedicated to Dolce Vita dupes at Target because there are so many of them! Here's another: The Dolce Vita "Ayden" flat sandal is $69 at Zappos.com. See how Alessandra Ambrosio wears this style of sandal in this post.



Get the look for less with the Mossimo "Nina" which is $19.99 at Target.com. Both brands offer this sandal style in multiple colors and I think either would be a great buy for summer. I almost bought these on my last trip to Target but wasn't in the mood to try on shoes (the whole baby bump thing makes it a bit challenging LOL).



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The Look for Less: DV by Dolce Vita 'Maeve' Boots

Eagle-eyed reader Kris found this amazing look for less which she shared in the comments (here) but I wanted to dedicate a post to these in case you missed it. The DV by Dolce Vita "Maeve" boot is $128.95 at Nordstrom.com.



Get the look for less at Target with the Mossimo "Paka" boot for just $34.99. Both are great options for wearing this spring and summer with shorts, skirts or jeans.


Ask BB: Isabel Marant 'Basley' Boot Look for Less


Celebs love the Isabel Marant Basley boot

I saw this pair of Isabel Marant boots - The Basley perforated suede wedge ankle boot - on Goop.com and fell in love. But $600 shoes so do not fit my budget. Can you work your magic and help? —Diane



It's moments like these when I kinda wish I could drop $600 on a pair of shoes because The Basley is seriously awesome - it looks uber comfy and cool, and I know I'd get a lot of wear out of it. But I'm right with you, Diane, a $600 shoe purchase would be irresponsible for me, so let's look at some budget alternatives, shall we?

These boots at Target have a similar vibe - low heels, slouchy taupe suede, perforated detailing. They don't have the same "Ugg" gene as the Basley (which you could argue is a good thing) but it's the closest thing I've seen so far. At $34.99, the "Paka" is a sound buy:



There's also the Mossimo "Katelyn" available in tan, brown or black for $34.99 - the low heel and perforated detailing makes these a great wear-with-everything summer boot:



Have a suggestion for Diane? Let her know in the comments!

Shown above: Celebs love the Isabel Marant Basley boot, including (from left) Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Garner and Cameron Diaz.

The Look for Less: Anthropologie Mint Green 'Viscid' Watch

This Viscid exposed gears watch in a yummy mint hue is $68 at Anthropologie.com.



Get the look for less at Target which carries this mint-green watch by Xhilaration for $14.99. Below is a photo of the watch that I snapped in person because I think it shows the pretty color better than the Target website. Click either image for more details!

Mint Green Watch at Target $14.99