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The Look for Less: Kate Spade 'Vivien' Dress

Kate Spade New York's "Vivien" striped dress is $448 at Nordstrom.com.



Actress Zooey Deschanel was spotted wearing this dress at the Paley Center for Media 2013 PaleyFest honoring her show "The New Girl."


Zooey Deschanel wears Kate Spade New York's striped Vivien dress


Get a similar look with this LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's dress for $39 (down from $60) in black or red. It doesn't have the stripes, unfortunately, but it has a similar cut-out detail and silhouette. Use code LOVETOSHOP to get 20% off when you use your Kohl's charge.



The Look for Less: Dolce Vita 'Sarus' Lace Dress

This pinkish-coral lace confection from Dolce Vita is $121 at Shopbop.com. I've been lusting after it since spying it on Cupcakes & Cashmere (here).



Get a similar look for less with this LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's fit and flare dress ($45 down from $60)...



...or this Apt. 9 lace shift dress (belt it, maybe?) for $42 (down from $60). If you're paying with your Kohl's charge, use code LOVETOSHOP to get 20% off.



The Look for Less: Sorrelli Oversized Paisley Crystal Necklace

Earlier this week, I saw @taylorsterling of The Glitter Guide post this stunning Sorrelli necklace on her Instagram feed and instantly fell in love. But when I looked it up on Sorrelli's website, I discovered that it costs $692.50. Sadface.


Glitter Guide's Sorrelli Necklace

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Let's turn that frown upside down! Check out this look for less I spotted at Target earlier today that costs just $29.99! Ok, ok, so it's no Sorrelli, but taken on its own, I think it's a beautiful necklace that captures the essence of the Sorrelli bling fairly well. And did I mention it's just $30?!


Sorrelli inspired necklace


I couldn't find this necklace on Target.com but you should have no trouble finding it at your local Target store. This necklace is part of a new spring collection and includes a couple other necklaces in a pink/coral as well as aqua/navy color palette. Definitely worth checking out if you love Sorrelli's vintage-chic look!