The rhinestone embellishment on Club Monaco's 'Ana' beanie take this winter accessory from simple to standout. ($79.50, clubmonaco.com)

Ana Embellished Hat

While this beanie isn't an exact lookalike, the rhinestone and beaded embroidery on the front and back make it a stylish, more affordable alternative. ($34.95, hm.com)

When I was asked to do a review on a new company, Ava Gray Direct, I was very excited! I love discovering new places to shop, and was drawn to Ava Gray's chic website. I chose 5 beautiful fall items to review for you budget babes! Keep reading to see what I thought.

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The holidays are a time to be generous with our hard-earned dollars as we find the perfect gifts for loved ones - and give ourselves a little kick-back, too. Of course, it can also be a stressful time for finances, so it's important to have a holiday shopping strategy that makes sense for you and your wallet. Here are some of my tips to help you stay budget-savvy this holiday season:

UPDATE 12/17/13: And the winner of our $100 gift card giveaway is...#3 Taylor B.! Congrats to our winner and thanks to everyone who shared their tips!