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The Look for Less: Sam Edelman 'Lorissa' Pumps

I got a reader request months ago for these Sam Edelman "Lorissa" studded heel pumps; unfortunately I can't remember who was looking for these, but if you're out there, I finally found a good look for less! The Lorissa in gray snake costs $260 at Zappos.com.



Get the look for less with these studded heel cap pumps by Simply Vera Vera Wang for Kohl's, now $55.99 (down from $79.99). Click either image to shop.



The Look for Less: Ippolita Teardrop Lapis Earrings

This great look for less comes to us from t+j Designs (www.tplusjdesigns.com), a chic new affordable jewelry boutique created by two sisters who also happen to be blogger stars, Tiffany (I am Style-ish) and Jen (Red Soles and Red Wine).

Ippolita's 18k gold lapis teardrop earrings are $515 at Saks Fifth Avenue.



Get the look for less with these teardrop earrings from t+j Designs, available for $12 (down from $34) in blue, pink or purple. Just click the image below to view.



This is just one of the stylish items featured over at t+j Designs, so be sure to visit their site for more fabulousness!

Simply Vera Vera Wang Spring 2012 Lookbook




Here's the Simply Vera Vera Wang Spring 2012 lookbook, highlighting the latest apparel, shoes and accessories from designer Vera Wang's budget-friendly line. A mix of lightweight cardigans, printed tops, cropped pants and day-to-night dresses are rendered in a soft palette of pastels like lilac and yellow mixed with neutrals like black and gray. Embellished peep-toes platforms, wedge sandals and chunky necklaces add interest and drama. I love how you can mix and match everything in this line. Once again, the shoes are my favorite part and once again, the bags are my least favorite. And it looks like Kohl's has no plans to mix up the models to showcase how these clothes will actually look in real life, but I suppose we're used to that. Look for these items as well as Simply Vera lingerie and linens, now in stores and online at www.kohls.com.

The Look for Less: DVF 'Opal' Wedge

Diane Von Furstenberg's "Opal" wedge sandals in black are currently $295 at shopbop.com (you can get them in other colors for less elsewhere).



Target has this look for less (again) with their Mossimo "Philomena" wedge sandal, $29.99. Steve Madden has a look-a-like, too. Click either image to view or purchase.



Kohl's Rock & Republic Fashion Video


Kohl's / Rock & Republic Fashion Video from Mustache on Vimeo.



The Rock & Repubic for Kohl's team released a video providing some details on products now available through the brand's "resurrection" at Kohl's. In it, R&R stylists provide the lowdown on the iconic back pocket, flared jeans and other key items from this year's line, illustrated by a few choice runway shots from the Fashion Week launch (which I covered here).

I was at Kohl's over the weekend and they've completely shifted everything in the women's department to make room for the Rock & Republic line. The clothes look good; unfortunately I brought my camera but left the battery at home so I was only able to snap one decent shot with my iPhone (see below).

Have you checked out Rock & Republic for Kohl's yet? What did you think of it?