The Budget Babe | Affordable Fashion & Style Blog

Can You Guess Which Stylish Stroller Costs $1,700?

Can you spot the $1,300 stroller?
Stylish moms today require stylish baby gear, which is why brands like UppaBaby and Stokke have earned a loyal following in recent years. And other stroller manufacturers are taking note, shall we say. That's because high-end strollers such as the Stokke 'Trailz' costs $1,300 and the 'Crusi' costs $1,249, while the add-on Stokke 'Trailz & Crusi' Carry Cot (shown above) costs $400. Lately I've noticed quite a few look-a-likes being pushed around my town and even spotted a look-for-less featured in a popular baby magazine that sells for $169 in multiple colors, which I've included in the image above. Can you spot the real from the steal? Take a guess by clicking a link below!



Spot the Real: A.L.C. Plaid Shirtdress

Can you spot the real A.L.C. plaid shirt dress?
I've come to the realization that the easiest way to find the hottest fashion bloggers out there right now is to simply search your Instagram feed for the hashtag #nsale, where you will discover bloggers such as Something Navy (@somethingnavy, 554k followers) rocking this A.L.C. 'Simona' plaid shirtdress ($359.90, down from $545), one of her Nordstrom Anniversary Sale steals. If you then decide you love said style but can't embrace the cost, I found a great look for less that's just $24.99. See if you can spot the real from the steal below, then go shop!



Spot the Real: Stuart Weitzman 'Gilligan' Flats

Can you spot the real Stuart Weitzman lace up flats?
Lace up flats are so chic for summer when you want a sandal alternative that still feels airy and interesting. Enter Stuart Weitzman's 'Gilligan' flats, in red, black or haze ($385, stuartweitzman.com). See how Jane Aldrige of Sea of Shoes, the ultimate authority on all things shoes (and fashion in general), is wearing her pair here. Oh, yes, you'll be taking loads of Instagram shoe shots with these beauties on your feet! But if you want to stay on budget, we've found a fabulous alternative that's a more reasonable $95. Act fast, these flats are already sold out at Nordstrom.com (you might have luck in stores - plus you'll want to check out the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, pre-sale going on now for cardholders, regular sale starts Friday!) Now, on to the guessing game - see if you can spot the real pair by clicking a link below!


Spot the Real: Manolo Blahnik 'Chaos' Heels

Can you guess which heels cost more?
I'm going to go out on a limb here and say every girl needs a pair of silver ankle strap heels. They're fun, sexy and go with just about any dressed up look. Plus they're leg-lengthening like no other, and flattering on all skin tones. Sold? You could go with the investment pair, Manolo Blahnik's Chaos ankle-strap sandals ($725 at neimanmarcus.com), or save your rent money and opt with the look for less I found that's just $35 (down from $50). I also love this Forever 21 pair that's just $29.90 although the ankle strap is a bit different. See if you can spot the real from the steal by clicking either link below!



Spot the Real: Mara Hoffman Print Top

Can you spot the real Mara Hoffman top?
I've had the chance to see Mara Hoffman's designs walk the runway at New York Fashion Week, and I have to say it's always a treat - there's something so exciting about her colorful, kaleidoscopic prints and fresh, modern vibe. Hoffman herself is inspired by textiles and prints she sees on her travels around the globe. Needless to say, I'm not the only one who loves her designs, which is why I seem to see a lot of inspired-by prints at fast-fashion chains and big-box retailers. See if you can spot the real Mara Hoffman top above ($105 at blueandcream.com) by clicking a link below!