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Big Apple Girlboss: Charlize Theron's All-Black Winter Look for Less

Charlize Theron looks chic in all black.
Charlize Theron was seen exiting her New York hotel looking like a city native in her all-black ensemble.

She paired a black button-front blouse with leather pants, added a collarless coat for warmth and finished the look with black pointy pumps, a structured black handbag and oversized sunglasses.

You may already have all the pieces necessary to create this sophisticated day to night look hanging in your closet, but if not, check out our pick for her blouse - it's a top seller at Loft and under $30!

Plus the bag we found is part of the Kate Spade Surprise Sale that's going on now - but act fast, this sale ends at midnight!

MORE: Miranda Kerr's Camel Poncho and Leather Leggings Look for Less

Charlize Theron looks chic in all black.

Shop the Look for Less:


Loft Utility Blouse, top rated, now just $29.50 no code needed! // H&M Imitation Leather Pants, $24.99 // City Chic Plus Size Skinny Coated Jeans, $89 // ASOS Collarless Coat, $128 // Nine West 'Jackpot' Pumps, $79.95 // JuicyOrange Sunglasses, 4-stars rating, $6.90 // Kate Spade 'Laurel Way Evangelie' Bag, $149 (compare at $359 during the Surprise Sale, ends Feb. 9, 11:59 pm PT)


Charlize Theron Photo Credit: CRYSTAL, PacificCoastNews


Cold-Weather Cutie: Selena Gomez's Crop Turtleneck and Colorblock Jeans Look for Less

Selena Gomez is killin it her black crop turtleneck sweater, wool jacket and twist seam jeans.
Just when you might be getting tired of winter fashion, out steps Selena Gomez in the freshest combination of updated classics that will make you happy about the groundhog's weather prediction.

The star paired a black crop turtleneck sweater with colorblock twist-seam step-hem ankle-crop jeans (hers might be the AG Phoebe High-Waist Colorblock Step Hem Jeans ($325, saksfifthavenue.com), then added a wool jacket for warmth and structure.

Pointy slingbacks add ladylike polish, while red retro sunglasses add a touch of color. The final finishing touch: A structured satchel with maroon handles.

Her look is totally on point and we think you'll love the look-for-less picks you'll need to get it, too!

Selena Gomez is killin it her black crop turtleneck sweater, wool jacket and twist seam jeans.


Selena Gomez Photo Credit: gotpap / PRPhotos.com


Lovely in Lace: Reese Witherspoon's Navy Cardigan and Leopard Pumps Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon looks chic in a lace front cardigan from her Draper James line.
Reese Witherspoon looked chic in a fitted navy lace panel cardigan from her Draper James line.

She paired the ladylike knit with modern black skinny jeans and essential leopard pumps to up the style quotient.

I love that you can always spot a Draper James piece from a mile away (classic and feminine with a little flare); Reese has built a strong brand identity and she wears it well!

Scoop up her exact cardigan on sale now, plus the most amazing pair of leopard pumps now on sale for just $40!

Reese Witherspoon looks chic in a lace front cardigan from her Draper James line.

Shop the Look for Less:


Draper James Lace Panel Cardigan, $130 (down from $160) // Merona at Target Cardigan, $16.08 // Merona at Target Plus-Size Cardigan, $24.99 // H&M Skinny Jeans, $9.99 // H&M Handbag, $29.99 // Ann Taylor Mila Leopard Pumps, $79.88 (down from $148) PLUS extra 50% off! Discount applied at checkout. // Ann Taylor Laguna Sunglasses, $48 // J.Crew Factory Bracelet, $15.50


Reese Witherspoon Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com


Mad for Plaid: Camilla Belle's Checkered Shirt and Riding Boots Look for Less

Camilla Belle looks casual and chic in a plaid shirt with black leggings and black riding boots.
Camilla Belle looked casual and chic in a plaid shirt paired with black leggings and black riding boots while out and about in Los Angeles.

You don't need to sell me on plaid shirts; I currently live in this one from Target. I bought 4 colors, I love it that much!

But I'm always looking for new ways to style my plaid, and this combination elevates the winter staple with black leggings and classic riding boots.

Also don't forget to check out the newly launched Sugarfix by BaubleBar jewelry at Target...I snuck a polished cuff into this look as a little teaser!

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Camilla Belle looks casual and chic in a plaid shirt with black leggings and black riding boots.

Shop the Look for Less:


Arizona Plaid Shirt, $22.99 (down from $40) // Plus-Size Arizona Plaid Shirt, $24.99 (down from $44) // Zella Live In Leggings (5-star rated), $54 // Forever 21 Boots, $34.90 // LOFT Leather Tote, $79.99 plus extra 40% off no code needed // H&M Sunglasses, $10 // Sugarfix by BaubleBar Bangle, $12.99 (NEW at Target) // Hello Gorgeous Travel Mug, $7.99


Camilla Belle Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com