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Model Off-Duty: Gigi Hadid's Slim Cargos and Longline Vest Look for Less

Gigi Hadid's slim cargos and longline vest look for less
Want to try a new silhouette? Take a cue from model Gigi Hadid and pair a crop top with a long vest and slim (but not skinny) bottoms. Showing a hint of skin works now in the summer and you can transition the look for fall with something a bit more covered up. As for the shoes, I couldn't find a snake print shoe quite like Gigi's low ankle booties but I did find some slip-on sneaks that will give you that hint of print this look needs.


Shop the Look for Less:
Joe Fresh Cargo Pants, $29.99 // Mossimo Crop Top, $5.94 // Forever 21 Vest, $27.90 // H&M Weekend Bag, $59.95 // Topshop Shoes, $32 // H&M Sunglasses, $7.95


Gigi Hadid Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews


Capsule Wardrobe: Cotton Blouse, Fringe Miniskirt, Nude Crossbody

Capsule Wardobe
Welcome back to Fashion Capsule! Thank you again for giving me such amazing feedback. I love reading your comments! In this weekly segment, I will show you how to style three items under $50 for an entire week’s worth of outfits. We’ve got a fun group of outfits this week, from a folk-rock work look (oh, yes!) to a Parisian weekend ensemble. Let’s get started!

Neon Brights: Christina Milian's Crop Top and Neon Pumps Look for Less

Christina Milian's neon yellow and black look for less
When you hear the words "crop top" and "neon" in the same sentence, you know things could go horribly awry fashion-wise. But not in the case of Christina Milian, who toned down her bright neon yellow pumps and lace crop top with black skinny jeans and a leather moto jacket. And even if she removes the jacket once she hits the clubs (or whatever chic destination she might be headed to), this look will still be stylishly cool and not over-the-top. Ready to wear neon the new way? Read on for our budget-friendly picks!


Shop the Look for Less:
H&M Skinny Jeans, $19.99 // Lush Lace Crop Top, $48 // Charlotte Russe Pumps, $33 // Choies Biker Jacket, $98 // Phase 3 Foldover Clutch, $48 // Forever 21 Necklace, $8.72


Christina Milian Photo Credit: KeithJMX / PRPhotos.com

What to Wear to the Beach: 3 Perfect Outfits On A Budget

Beachy looks on a budget
We might have just passed the Fourth of July on the calendar, but we still have so many sun filled days left to enjoy. The hottest days are still ahead of us - and hopefully some vacation days! I absolutely love relaxing in the summer sun, with sunscreen in hand of course. Sometimes relaxing can mean many different things. Sometimes it means just lounging, and other times it means working up a sweat. Either way, there’s a beach style that’s just right no matter how you plan on spending your day in the sun!

One-Piece Chic: Model Nicole Trunfio's Black Jumpsuit and Ankle Strap Heels Look for Less

Nicole Trunfio's black jumpsuit and ankle strap heels look for less
I'll admit I didn't know who Nicole Trunfio was until I came across this photo of the Australian model rocking a chic black jumpsuit and ankle strap heels - and did a double take. Her looks exudes cool, casual sophistication. And I found myself liking her style even more when I noticed she recycles her accessories (she's wearing the same stud purse and ankle-strap heels in this look, too). I think this is an outfit we can all imitate with ease, dressing up a one-piece for day or night all summer long and into the fall months, too. What more could you want? (Maybe those model-long legs but...shopping the look for less is the next best thing!)



Nicole Trunfio Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews