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Seventies Style: Kate Hudson's Flare Trouser and Platform Look for Less

Kate Hudson Suede Coat Flare
The moment I saw this look I instantly had flashbacks of Kate Hudson's character Penny Lane in Almost Famous. This outfit is definitely something the free-spirited rock groupie would have worn and I love Kate's homage to the seventies. Kate demonstrates her era-centric style by pairing a suede trench with a bold red turtleneck, vivid flared trousers, platform shoes and playful round sunglasses. I love that wide-leg silhouettes and towering shoes are coming back into style, so flattering to the figure — think: elongated legs and va-va-voom hourglass shape. Read on to steal Kate's style and find a pair of truly amazing hip huggers...

Mixed Media: Miranda Kerr's Leather and Suede Look for Less

Miranda Kerr Suede Jacket Lace Up Booties
Never has leather and suede looked so good! Miranda Kerr mixed the two textures by pairing a '70s-inspired fringe suede coat with liquid leggings, a cozy cropped turtleneck, lace-up booties, edgy sunglasses and her go-to structured leather satchel. In this recreation, I used this Mango Flap-Pocket Suede Jacket ($99.99) which is a fantastic closet staple. The suede fabric is softer and less edgy compared to leather and the rich brown color is a great neutral. Read on to get this fabulous piece and the rest of Miranda's look for less...

Simple in Serenity: Taylor Swift's Boatneck Sweater and Black Jeans Look for Less

Taylor Swift Look for Less
One of Pantone's 2016 Colors of the Year, Serenity, a pastel cornflower blue is the perfect shade for the spring season. In this look Taylor Swift shows us how to add a little edge to the trend using a minimalistic approach. The singer paired the boatneck cable-knit sweater with black skinny jeans, leather booties, a chic structured handbag and a classic red lip. I love the simplicity of this look, it's so clean and understated but the black pieces make the blue shade pop and the contrast of her signature lip is the icing on the cake. Read on to discover my go-to red lipstick and get the rest of Taylor's look for less...

Utilitarian Chic: Rosie Huntington Whiteley's Olive Coat and Python Pumps Look for Less

Rosie Huntington Whiteley Look for Less
Need another reason to shop Target's spring collaboration with Who What Wear? Shop our Rosie Huntington Whiteley-inspired look featuring the collection's Peplum Utility Jacket! This neutral khaki color and lightweight material make this the perfect piece for the upcoming warmer months, and layering knits underneath make it wearable now. In Rosie's look, the star paired the topper with a cream colored top, tight leather skinnies, python pumps, square sunglasses and a perforated leather hobo bag. Read on to steal Rosie's style and get her look for less...

Cute & Trendy Spring Outfit Idea: Utility Vest and Striped Top (And It's All On Sale!)

Spring Outfit Idea: Utility Vest and Striped Top
While browsing Pinterest I stumbled upon this utility vest and striped top look and fell instantly in love. This is the perfect cute yet comfortable outfit idea for spring that you can put together with items you probably already have in your closet. If you don't yet own a must-have utility/cargo vest, I spotted this Merona utility vest at my Target store just last week and it's on point. According to readers on Instagram the vest fits true to size. The striped top featured here by Merona has been in stores for a while now, and with good reason - it's got a flattering cut and it's made from a thicker fabric with zipper detailing in back for a luxe J.Crew-inspired vibe. Assuming you already have dark blue or black skinnies (or leggings), just add ankle boots and a little sparkle to complete this outfit. Hurry and shop today and you can score the essential vest, top and necklace on sale during President's Day, too!


Shop the Look:
Merona Utility Vest, $29.99* // Merona Striped Top, $22.99* // Reneeze Ankle Boots, $30 // J.Crew Factory Necklace, $32.50**


* Use code PRES to get 25% off. Offer expires 02/15/2016 at 11:59pm PT.
** Just for today, 40% off online only (prices as marked) plus extra 30% off clearance and free shipping with code SHOPTODAY

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