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Effortless Edge: Dakota Johnson's Cozy Turtleneck and Cognac Moto Look for Less

Dakota Johnson Look for Less
There's nothing I love more than an updated take on a timeless look. Dakota Johnson added a little edge to a cozy winter classic when she paired a blue turtleneck sweater with black jeans, a leather motorcycle jacket and ankle booties in a rich cognac hue. For accessories she kept it minimal with a leather hobo and '60s-inspired sunglasses. With the chillier weather just starting to settle in, it's the perfect time to pick up some must-have knit pieces and I'm obsessed with this lookalike from 525 America. Read on to shop the rest of my picks and steal Dakota's style...

Dakota Johnson Look for Less


Dakota Johnson Photo Credit: Doug Meszler, Pacific Coast News

Animal Instincts: Kendall Jenner's Leopard Jacket and Flare Leg Pants Look for Less

Kendall Jenner wears a leopard jacket with black flare pants and patent ankle booties.
Kendall Jenner proves that what's cool is determined by who is wearing something, not what they're wearing. If Kendall wears a cropped leopard fur jacket with black flare leg pants, then it's clearly on trend. This blast-from-the-past look is made current with perfect proportions, from Kendall's crop jacket to super slim fit-and-flare pants. The model accessorized with a choker necklace, retro shades, a Gucci belt, and patent leather ankle booties to complete this maximalist meets minimalist outfit. I love leopard print as much as the next girl, and what better way to make a bold style statement this fall than with a leopard coat. This look never goes on of style, so if you love it, you may want to splurge on this cropped jacket by MOTHER ($325, shopbop.com) or try a longer length like this Topshop coat. Read on to steal Kendall's complete look for less, including a Gucci belt lookalike under $12!

Kendall Jenner wears a leopard jacket with black flare pants and patent ankle booties.

Shop the Look for Less:


Bebe Faux Leopard Jacket, $199 (also love this jacket, or try this Charlotte Russe Plus-Size Leopard Jacket, just $37.59!) // Express Stretch Flare Pant, $52.80 (down from $88, in sizes 00-18) // H&M Tee, $5.99 // H&M Choker Necklace, $17.99 // H&M Patent Ankle Boots, $69.99 // Double G Belt (Gucci dupe), $10.98 // BP Sunglasses, $12


Kendall Jenner Photo Credit: STPR/PRPhotos.com

No Sweat: Jourdan Dunn's Matching Athleisure Set and Bomber Jacket Look for Less

Jourdan Dunn Look for Less
My favorite fall trend has to be gem tones - rich ruby reds, deep sapphire blues and of course emerald greens. Here, Jourdan Dunn combines bold green hues with chic athleisure style to create one amazing ensemble. Starting with matching pieces from Vetements ($1,400 per set), Jourdan adds a paneled satin bomber jacket, lucite-heeled velvet boots, a black structured satchel and geometric brow bar sunglasses. I practically live in my sweatpants during the colder months so if there's a way to make it look upscale I'm definitely going to try it! This entire look rings up just under $140 - literally 10% of what Jourdan's Vetements set costs. Read on to snag these pieces and keep cozy well into the winter...

Jourdan Dunn Look for Less


Jourdan Dunn Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News

Bombers Away: Lousie Roe's Floral Jacket and Ankle Boots Look for Less

Louise Roe wears a floral bomber jacket, distressed boyfriend jeans and ankle boots.
Louise Roe hits all the right style notes in her latest bomber jacket look, which the 'Style by Jury' host wore to the Pop and Suki Handbag launch party at Mel's Diner in Hollywood. I love how versatile this outerwear essential is proving to be...we've seen so many ways to style a bomber jacket, from Gigi Hadid's athleisure look to Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's feminine-chic take. And now Louise Roe gives it the fashionista trendsetter treatment, checking off all the trends from her choker necklace down to her distressed step-hem mom jeans and block heel ankle boots. We found a near identical lookalike for her jacket under $30, and added the most irresistible faux fur bag from the Who What Wear collection at Target...all fabulous pieces you can wear now and into the holiday party season! Shop them below...

Louise Roe wears a floral bomber jacket, distressed boyfriend jeans and ankle boots.

Shop the Look for Less:


Forever 21 Bomber Jacket, $27.90 (love this Ava & Viv Plus-Size Bomber Jacket too) // BP Distressed Crop Mom Jean, $41.40 (down from $69) Option 2: These Asos Curve Plus-Size Mom Jeans // Diamond by Faryl Robin Ankle Boots, $49.99 // H&M Top, $9.99 // Vanessa Mooney Choker, $28 // Who What Wear Mini Fur Bag, $24.99 (also in black)


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Louise Rose Photo Credit: MHD, PacificCoastNews


Marching Orders: Alessandra Ambrosio's Band Jacket and Ankle Boots Look for Less

Alessandra Ambrosio wears a military band jacket with fray edge jeans and black ankle boots.
Yesterday we were all about the camo jacket, and today we're all about the band jacket, another military-inspired outerwear piece that will amp up your fall wardrobe. Pair this menswear piece with a basic white top and raw edge jeans like Alessandra Ambrosio for the perfect cool-girl ensemble that feels right-now and not costumey. Add all-black extras like block heel booties and an Hermes-inspired tote that's great for work and the weekend. Read on for our thoughtfully curated look for less picks that will have you marching to the beat of your own sartorial drum...

Alessandra Ambrosio wears a military band jacket with fray edge jeans and black ankle boots.

Shop the Look for Less:


Express Raw Step Hem Jeans, $88 (save with these raw hem jeans at Forever 21) // SheIn Band Jacket, $44 (or splurge on this Free People band jacket) // H&M Top, $5.99 // H&M Ankle Boots, $49.99 // Macton Leather Bag (Hermes Birkin dupe), $110 // Silk Scarf, $13.99 at amazon.com


Alessandra Ambrosio Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews