Off the Rack: Chan Luu Bracelet Look-a-likes at Target
I went to Target today in hopes of finding some Temple St. Clair jewelry—which they didn't have—but I did find some cool Chan Luu inspired bead bracelets (actually there are many designers making these stackable, leather wrap bead bracelets but Chan Luu is probably the most well-known of the bunch at the moment, having recently collaborated with Banana Republic on a limited-edition line). I found an assortment of colors and styles, each for $7.99. My favorite was a dark purple silk-look chord with gold-tone beads. Best part is that the closure features an easy-to-adjust slip knot so you can customize the fit to suit your wrist. Brilliant! Browse Chan Luu bracelets below for reference.
Runway to Real Way: Michael Kors Fall 2010
Here's a reader request: Recreate this sumptuous look from the Michael Kors Fall 2010 runway—for less. Key pieces? A deep v-neck sweater in gray, button-front camel pencil skirt, snakeskin belt, slouchy suede boots and fur clutch. So sexy yet sophisticated!
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1. CROSSOVER V-NECK SWEATER, $44.90, express.com
2. CITY CLASSIC CAMEL PENCIL SKIRT, $59.50, loftonline.com
3. SNAKESKIN BELT, $50, shopbop.com
4. BROWN SUEDE 'ASHLEY' TALL BOOT, $44.90, alloy.com
5. 'PEEKABOO' FUR BAG, $59, ninewest.com
Click through to see the budget breakdown.
1. CROSSOVER V-NECK SWEATER, $44.90, express.com
2. CITY CLASSIC CAMEL PENCIL SKIRT, $59.50, loftonline.com
3. SNAKESKIN BELT, $50, shopbop.com
4. BROWN SUEDE 'ASHLEY' TALL BOOT, $44.90, alloy.com
5. 'PEEKABOO' FUR BAG, $59, ninewest.com