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Polka Dot Chic: Reese Witherspoon's Pencil Skirt and White T-Shirt Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon's casual preppy style featuring a polka dot pencil skirt, white t-shirt and red and tan wedge sandals.
Reese Witherspoon continues to turn each coffee run and random errand into a chance to show off her awesome everyday style, and in so doing, the star promotes her new lifestyle brand, Draper James. But we're totally okay with that. Because this white t-shirt and pencil skirt look is totally classy and something we could wear ourselves, too. Don't forget the hat and the pop of color with your sandals and you'll have Reese's style down in no time. Read on for our budget-friendly recreation!

Polished in Plaid: Eva Longoria's Checked Button-Down and White Jeans Look for Less

Eva Longoria
In case you haven't noticed, white jeans are our current obsession. This past week, team Sydne Style showed us two ways to wear this closet staple, and in this look, Eva Longoria demonstrates how to style white jeans in the perfect summer-to-fall transition outfit. Plaid is always popular on flannels for fall, but on a button-up blouse it's easy to wear this print during warmer months, too. Plus the look is polished and chic when you add in gold accents, sleek aviators and a structured bag. We found near exact matches to Eva's and they're all affordable, starting at $3.90! Read on to style this look for less...

Eva Longoria Plaid Look



Eva Longoria Photo Credit: Survivor, PacificCoastNews

Summer Classics: Reese Witherspoon's Gingham Shirt and White Kicks Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon's gingham shirt, jeans and white sneakers
We couldn't help but feature another Reese Witherspoon outfit because A. gingham and B. gingham. If you're as obsessed with this perennial summer print as us, you're in good company. Throw on a gingham shirt with jeans and your favorite sneaks and you're suddenly stylish without trying too hard. White sneakers are having a major moment now, too. While Reese is wearing her Puma Match Lo trainers ($55, down from $65 at footlocker.com), we found a surprisingly similar pair at American Eagle - and there are so many other great options to choose from! (see our round-up below) Read on to get the look for less...

Laidback Luxe: Nicky Hilton's Oversized Blouse and Cuffed Denim Shorts Look for Less

Nicki Hilton's white blouse and cuffed short with black structured bag and black ballet flats, Hermes belt
What's black and white and fab all over? Nicky Hilton's latest ensemble of course! The newlywed recently stepped out in this outfit, inspiring style envy with her laidback luxurious look. Hilton chose to pair an oversized blouse with fitted, cuffed shorts, mirrored sunglasses and stylish black leather accessories to give off serious simple chic vibes. What I love about this look is that it combines simple pieces — many of which you may have in your closet — and manages to look extremely stylish! Read on to see how we managed to recreate the whole look for less with pieces starting at just $4.90!

Model Off-Duty: Elsa Hosk's Vertical Stripe Shirt and Black Mini Skirt Look for Less

Elsa Hosk's vertical stripe shirt, black skirt and python mocs look for less
You might not recognize Swedish model Elsa Hosk without her Victoria's Secret angel wings, but we're loving her off-duty style just as much as her glamorous runway looks. This look is so simple yet effective: Striped button down shirt tucked into a black A-line skirt with python mocs. If you love her Downtown cool summer vibe as much as we do, read on for the look for less...