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Throwback Thursday: Beyonce's Red Jacket and Leopard Scarf

Shop Beyonce's red jacket and leopard scarf look for less.
For today's blast from the past, we're looking to the fall of 2011, when Beyonce rocked a red jacket with a leopard scarf, skinny jeans and brown lace-up ankle boots. I love the combination of rich, warm fall colors from her jacket and scarf, balanced out by neutral basics like her essential white shirt (try this one) and skinny jeans. Queen B amps up her look with high heels, but you could just as easily wear this look with riding boots or a low ankle boot. And if red isn't your color, try a fall-friendly burgundy instead (love this jacket). However you customize this look, make sure you snag this leopard scarf - it's a must-have you'll reach for season after season.

Shop Beyonce's red jacket and leopard scarf look for less.

Shop the Look for Less:


BP Sunglasses, $12 (or splurge on this pair) // Topshop Blazer, $95 // Charlotte Russe Ankle Boots, $31 // River Island Skinny Jeans, $84 // Express Bag, $30 (down from $50!) // Oasis Leopard Scarf, $28 // INC Earrings at macys.com, $14



Beyonce Photo Credit: Felipe Ramales, PacificCoastNews


Bell Sleeve de Jour: Miranda Kerr's Ruffle Blouse and Boyfriend Jeans Look for Less

Shop Miranda Kerr's airport style look for less.
Miranda Kerr was seen arriving at LAX airport fresh from making an appearance at Milan Fashion Week wearing a bell sleeve blouse with boyfriend jeans and ankle boots. This look could have gone horribly wrong IMO but Miranda pulls it off with ease...she stuck with a simple black and blue(jean) color palette, and balanced the proportions of her blouse with a relaxed fit jean and edgy accessories, from the choker to her flat top sunglasses and wide leather belt. Don't overlook the soft pink lip she added which keeps things fresh and dewy - try Pixi's MultiBalm in Watermelon to get the beauty look (one of my makeup bag faves!) Read on for the total look for less...

Shop Miranda Kerr's airport style look for less.

Shop the Look for Less:


Forever 21 Bell Sleeve Blouse, $19.90 // River Island Crop Boyfriend Jeans, $84 // H&M Ankle Boots, $69.99 // Vanessa Mooney Velvet Choker, $35 at shopbop.com // BDG Double Buckle Belt, $34 at urbanoutfitters.com // Pixi MultiBalm in Watermelon, $12



Miranda Kerr Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews


9 Bomber Jackets Under $50

Shop these 9 bomber jacket picks under $50.
Fall 2016's must-have piece of outerwear is the bomber jacket, and luckily for us gals on a budget, it's easy to find one to rock under $50. Here I've rounded up some of my faves, from a femme floral jacket by Who What Wear at Target, to a classic bomber jacket in a rich burgundy hue from American Eagle Outfitters. You can easily pair your bomber with a t-shirt and jeans or get creative and layer them with polished separates, dresses or your go-to athleisure look (like Gigi Hadid) for an outfit that's totally on-point for fall. Read on to shop my 9 favorite picks that won't break the bank...

In Detail: Hilary Duff's Navy Sweater and Floral Embroidered Ankle Boot Look for Less

Hilary Duff Look for Less
New York Fashion Week's runways showed tons of embellishments, accessories and accents, proving that contrary to the recent minimalist trend, this is definitely the year of 'more is more' in fashion. Here Hilary Duff flawlessly demonstrates how to balance both maximal and minimal style aesthetics by pairing Laurence Dacade 'Pete' Embroidered Velvet Ankle Boots ($990) with a navy sweater, dark skinny jeans and a warm brown bucket handbag. To top off the look Hilary wore trendy flat-lens sunglasses and a large gold ring on her middle finger. I live for these boots. The detailing, the materials, the silhouette — every aspect is amazing, except for the price tag. Read on to shop my finds including two comparable pairs of ankle boots to get Hilary's look without breaking the bank.

Hilary Duff Look for Less



Hilary Duff Photo Credit: : LGjr-RG, Pacific Coast News


Throwback Thursday: Cameron Diaz's Plaid Shirt and Blazer Look for Less

Cameron Diaz looks polished and put together in a tan blazer, plaid shirt, skinny jeans and ankle boots.
For today's Throwback Thursday look, I went back to the start of 2014 when Cameron Diaz made an appearance on Good Morning America to promote her book 'The Body Book' wearing a casual yet polished outfit that definitely showed off her credentials in the best way. The actress-turned-author paired a plaid shirt with a tan blazer, dark-wash skinny jeans and black high-heel ankle boots for the occasion. I wanted to recreate this ensemble because it's a look that can work for so many fall functions, from the office to the weekend...and something tells me this would be especially cute for teachers, as we're in back-to-school season! I found the perfect flannel at Joe Fresh and then brought the look into 2016 by updating the jeans to a pair of raw edge hem jeggings from Express. Ankle boots from DSW's new Mix no.6 line and a suede bag by Merona finish this look for less, which can be yours with finds starting at just $11.70...


Cameron Diaz looks polished and put together in a tan blazer, plaid shirt, skinny jeans and ankle boots.

Shop the Look for Less:


Joe Fresh Plaid Shirt, $14.94 (down from $29) // H&M Blazer, $34.99 // Express Raw Hem Jegging, $47.94 // Merona Suede Tote, $39.99 // LC Lauren Conrad Necklace, $11.70 // Mix No. 6 Booties at DSW, $60


Cameron Diaz Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews