I'm searching for a backpack to take to Europe in the fall that is cute and can double as a purse for dinners/going out. I found this one from Marc by Marc Jacobs, but the price ($498) is out of budget! Any chance you could work your BB magic for me with a Look for Less? Here is the suspect (I would go with black or brown/tan). —Amanda

MARC BY MARC JACOBS 'Classic Q - Mariska' Backpack, Medium

I like your thinking! A bag that does double duty is perfect for travel. Just be mindful of crowds when you're wearing your backpack (maybe carry it on one shoulder in front to keep your valuables safe). That's my mom voice, by the way. Okay! So here's what I found - try Topshop's 'Smart' Backpack ($76) to get the look for less:

Swedish Hasbeens 'Suzanne' clog sandals are $249 at SHOPBOP.COM.

Swedish Hasbeens Suzanne Sandals

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While by no means an exact look-a-like, these Old Navy clog sandals are a great inspired-by look for the season, and cost just $32.94. Choose from brown, black or tan. Save 30% when you use your Old Navy card with code STUFFSAVE. Or save 20% with code SAVE20.

Women's Heeled Clogs

It’s that time of year where we are all craving a little Vitamin D. Spring is here and summer is just around the corner, and we’re all dying to swap out our winter wear for shorts, tanks, and sandals. I was lucky enough to get a little taste of warm weather in Southern California over my Spring Break. This gave me the perfect opportunity to try out the new 'Cutting Edge - Wild Ride' sandals I received from Skechers! Wedge sandals aren’t too favorable in my usual Oregon weather, nor are they the best for walking around campus all day. So I eagerly packed them in my suitcase, and I already knew exactly the occasion where they would make their debut—my birthday dinner out with family!

Today, Friday April 4 at 12 ET, I'll be joining renowned American designer Peter Som for a Google+ Hangout to talk about his new collection for Kohl's! The chat will also include People StyleWatch magazine's Kate Dimmock and other fashion bloggers as we dish about our favorite pieces from the collection and share styling tips. Plus, you can shop select pieces from the Peter Som for DesigNation collection (which officially drops April 10) directly from the hangout! You can also visit Kohls.com April 4 – April 5 to shop during the pre-sale event and receive a $10 off coupon good in-store and online.

Here's the link to the event page: https://plus.google.com/events/cb0nt0r4lq5ibjbdkf7pflo8888
Use it to RSVP and view the hangout when it goes live. Hope to see you there!

The Marni 'Fussbett' slingback sandal features chunky straps and a thick rubber sole, giving it an arty, eclectic vibe. Juxtapose these practical sandals with a miniskirt for a chic summer look, or pair them with a breezy top and slouchy shorts for a cool, off-beat ensemble. This pair costs $556.81 at FARFETCH.COM. Also in metallic blue at NET-A-PORTER.COM.

Marni 'Fussbett' sandal

Try this look for less with these similar-style sandals from FOREVER21.COM, just $24.80.

FOREVER 21 Chunky Flatform Sandals