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Beach Beauty: Alessandra Ambrosio's Navy Bardot Top and Destroyed Denim Shorts

Alessandra Ambrosio Look for Less
Soak up the sun during summer's lingering heat with this breezy outfit inspired by Alessandra Ambrosio. The model paired a navy striped bardot top with a pair of distressed shorts, a floppy sunhat, silver jewelry and round metal sunglasses. Not pictured on Alessandra are the white thong sandals and black woven cross body bag that she left behind to play around in the sand. This ensemble serves as perfect inspiration right now. Summer styles are just starting to go on clearance to make way for fall, even though the heat will be lingering on, and Alessandra's off-the-shoulder top can easily transition into the fall by styling it with jeans and a pair of suede ankle booties! With pieces starting at just under $5, grab these amazing deals while you can...

Alessandra Ambrosio Look for Less

Alessandra Ambrosio Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News


Golden Girl: Kendall Jenner's Silk Camisole and Black Miniskirt Look for Less

Kendall Jenner Look for Less
Vogue's September cover girl, Kendall Jenner, has been dominating the street-style scene all year and her latest look is no exception. Kendall wore a silky lace-trimmed camisole, paired with a wool mini skirt featuring bold embellishments, patent leather boots, stacked gold rings and a pearl detailed velvet choker from Dries Van Noten ($364). To keep all eyes on the outfit, she paired it with a neutral makeup look featuring a pinky brown nude lip. I've been obsessed with the recent resurgence of '90s trends, especially the choker, and Vanessa Mooney Lestat Burgundy Choker ($29) is a total dupe for Kendall's pick and perfect for fall! Read on to score more amazing finds starting at just $6...

Kendall Jenner Look for Less


Kendall Jenner Photo Credit: Gotpap, PRPhotos.com


Across the Pond: Pixie Lott's Black Bodysuit and Boyfriend Jean Look for Less

Pixie Lott Look for Less
One of my favorite jean styles for the upcoming fall season is the boyfriend style. With its variations of the "mom jean" or girlfriend style, the loose fit is extremely comfortable and it adds just a touch of androgyny and a relaxed look to any outfit. Here Pixie Lott wears the trend paired with a deep plunging bodysuit — à la Khloe Kardashian — patent leather pumps and a bold mustard yellow boxy satchel. I love the simplicity of this look and the bright pop of color, but I was weary of the neckline. I wanted this look to be wearable at any hour of the day. So while the daring bodysuit is great for nightwear, I've also included a high-neck bodysuit to be able to take this look into the daytime hours — you could even pair with a long sleeve for fall! Read on to score my favorite bodysuit from Boohoo and discover amazing basics, each for under $50...

Pixie Lott Look for Less


Pixie Lott Photo Credit: Landmark, PRPhotos.com


Throwback Thursday: Rachel Bilson's Blue Suede Biker Jacket and Bootcut Jeans

Rachel Bilson Look for Less
Fresh off of her run as Summer Roberts in The O.C. and a lead role in the film Jumper, Rachel Bilson was making a name for herself as a style icon in the late aughts. This look from 2008 — which feels like it was just yesterday — is so effortless and the pieces are as versatile as they are timeless. Rachel paired a chic blue suede moto jacket with bootcut jeans, a basic black tee, cognac boots, dark brown leather handbag and a pair of retro wayfarer sunglasses. Suede definitely made a huge comeback recently with fringe booties, jackets and accessories, but the bold blue shade adds a playful twist to the trend. Read on to shop the featured pieces including Missguided's Faux Suede Biker Jacket and more fall essentials starting at $9!

Rachel Bilson Look for Less


Rachel Bilson Photo Credit: Louise Barnsley, Pacific Coast News


Classic Prep: Reese Witherspoon's Blue Striped Blouse and White Shorts Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon Look for Less
Once again I am in awe of Reese Witherspoon's southern sweetheart style. Her crisp white shorts and clean striped button-up look great paired with nude sunglasses, sandals and, the perfect summer accessory, a straw tote. Reese's classic prep style is so simple to recreate and in this curated batch of must-haves, I've even included a little DIY project. On Reese, the blue and white striped blouse has touches of embroidered flowers scattered on the front, and since it was my favorite detail of the look I knew that our fellow Budget Babes had to have it too! Read on to see the $5 iron-on appliqués I found at JoAnn Fabrics that easily take this look to the next level...

Reese Witherspoon Look for Less


Reese Witherspoon Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com