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The Look for Less: Alexis Bittar Bejeweled Lucite Bangle

CFDA award-winning designer Alexis Bittar's handcrafted lucite bangles embellished with Swarovski crystals sell for $375 each at Saks Fifth Avenue.



Alexis Bittar at ShopStyle



Yesterday I spotted these bangles at Target and was instantly reminded of Bittar's work. Apart from the obvious differences in quality and style, the Target bangles are still an attractive holiday accessory, available in black, white, silver or gold for $19.99 each at Target stores.




The Look for Less: Gucci Emerald Ankle Strap Sandals

Gucci's emerald green and gold snakeskin ankle strap evening sandals cost $637 at Bluefly.com.



Gucci at ShopStyle



Celebrity fans include Camilla Belle, Chanel Iman and Kim Kardashian, and each lovely lady paired her Gucci heels with eye-catching colorblock looks from the spring 2011 Gucci runway. Looove.

Colin Stuart for Victoria's Secret has a fantastic look for less available in green/gold, purple, nude or black (the Guccis came in various colors as well). These heels are a much more manageable $78. Click the image below to shop.



Victoria's Secret at ShopStyle