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The Look for Less: Kate Spade 'Charles Street' Satchel

The Kate Spade New York 'Charles Street' Audrey stripe satchel is $348 at NORDSTROM.COM. The stripes are classic Kate Spade! It's bold and graphic, yet the black and white print will go with just about everything (and isn't that justification enough?!)

Kate Spade Charles Street


For a similar look that won't break the bank, try this Merona striped satchel instead, just $32.99 at TARGET.COM. I saw this bag in store and it really popped on the shelf and looked awesome for the price!

Merona Striped Satchel

The Look for Less: Campise Arrow Ring

This Campise diamond arrow twist ring is $650 at RONHERMAN.COM.



I love the look of arrow rings, as seen below via Lauren Conrad's instagram. I'm not sure who makes her rings but she was on the set of a Kohl's photoshoot, so it's possible these are upcoming spring looks from her namesake line.


Lauren Conrad's ombre nails and arrow rings


Here's a pretty arrow ring by LC Lauren Conrad that's available now at KOHLS.COM for just $12.60.



You could layer the ring with this set ($11.60) to emulate Lauren's style. Browse KOHLS.COM for more cute styles.



The Look for Less: Frida Bracelet from Anthropologie

This Frida bracelet is $168 at Anthropologie.com.



While not an exact lookalike, this bracelet from Forever 21 gives you a similar look for a lot less, combining a traditional friendship bracelet with bold rhinestone accents. Click to purchase for $7.80 at Forever21.com:



Other options I'm loving include this Touch of Glam bracelet set ($7.80, Forever21.com), this Touch of Glam braided bracelet ($5.80) and these striking Art Deco stone earrings ($6.80) or these Bold Bejeweled earrings ($10.80) to match.

Thanks to Lynn for requesting this look for less!

The Look for Less: Steve Madden 'Nonstopp' Slingbacks

UPDATE 2/3/14: I've found another look for less! Scroll down to see it.

Looking ahead to spring, I can see this Steve Madden "Nonstopp" slingback peep-toe bootie becoming a fashion blogger favorite. You could even rock these now with tights. ($99.95 in tan, blue, or black at Nordstrom.com)



Try the trend for less with the Mossimo "Kacie" peep-toe slingback, just $34.99 at Target.com. (Also available in black, dark blue, or brown.)



JUST ADDED: I told you these would be everywhere! Payless has the look for less now, too, in tan or black for $39.99:

Payless open toe bootie


Which would you choose?