It's week three of the Kohl's Master the Fall Trends Blogger Challenge! And this was such a fun one - sporty chic! "Sporty" isn't something I usually aim for, so it was a blast putting together an outfit that took me out of my comfort zone. I fell in love with all these pieces at my local Kohl's store! Here's how I put together my under $100 look for this week's challenge...

I'm completely enamored by these stunning Salvatore Ferragamo heeled boots as seen on the Fall 2013 runways (see them featured in my Runway to Real Way post HERE). I love how the cutout creates a refined edgy look by exposing just the right amount of skin. Get them for $1,545 at StyleBop.com.

Salvatore Ferragamo Leather Boots in Black

Get the look for less with Michael Antonio’s "Bowler" cutout boots at $54 (down from $100) on Amazon.com; also available in red or tan.

Michael Antonio Women's Bowler Knee-High Boot

Or, get the look for less with these Rock & Republic cut-out boots, now $52 (down from $75) at Kohl's.

Rock & republic cutout ankle boots - women

Which pair would you wear and how?

Tuesday night I had the opportunity to check out the Forever 21 Holiday 2013 preview in Soho and I am happy to report I was not disappointed. Consisting of fearless trendy must-haves and gorgeous accessories, the collection has a global vibe fused with your polished, contemporary girl. Overall the new holiday collection is exceptional, and I can’t wait to head back to my local Forever 21 store to do more shopping. With the array of options – dark fall colors, knits, cut-outs, accessories, make-up and more – you can find something for everyone. You can check out the whole collection available online HERE and in Forever 21 stores.

Now for more close ups:

If I were a shoe, I'm pretty sure I'd be a Chelsea boot. This classic style first made popular by the Beatles is practical yet polished, with a sensible heel and elastic panels on the side for easy slip-on styling. It's in every model-off-duty and cool girl's closet (which is what I not-so-secretly wish I was) and that's why you'll spot it on the likes of Alexa Chung, Kate Moss and Victoria Beckham. Do Chelsea boots need any more endorsement than these A-list fashion icons? You can invest in a genuine leather pair that will never go out of style or try the trend with one of these picks under $100 - I guarantee you'll be hooked!

Summer is now gone and I am finding myself cozying up inside with my fun fall sweaters a little too often – it seems like a better option than going out in the cold, right? Well, the best way I’ve found to stay motivated and keep that hard-worked-for bikini body is more clothes! We forget to give this part of our closet as much love as others, but with these oh-so stylish fall running essentials you’ll find yourself loving the great outdoors again and still being able to feed your sweet tooth addiction, guilt-free, come Thanksgiving!