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Two Ways to Wear It: Maxi Skirts

Two ways to style a maxi skirt
We're going to great lengths in this week’s Two Ways to Wear it column, as team Sydne Style shows us how to wear maxi skirts. The trend works whether you are petite like Sydne (left) or tall like Haley. Check out sydnestyle.com for more fashion inspo!

The maxi skirt is the perfect trend to transition from summer into fall. Maxi skirts are great because they are much more versatile than maxi dresses. They allow you the option to pick any top, adding a bit more of your own personal style into the outfit.

Spot the Real: Vince 'Marett' Leather Platform Sandal

Can you spot the real Vince sandals?
Here's a cool look for less for all you fashionistas who aren't ready to put on those fall boots just yet. The real is by Vince and costs $162 on sale (down from $295) now at neimanmarcus.com while the lookalike is $24.99 elsewhere (see how Instagrammer @latishaspringer wears her pair for outfit inspo!) Can you spot the real from the steal? Click a link below to find out!



Metallic Motif: Maria Menounos's Graphic Tee and Silver Oxfords Look for Less

Maria Menounos
Maria Menounos showed up to Taylor Swift's 1989 World Tour ready to rock. Everything about this outfit says rocker chic, from her metallic oxfords to her wine-hued hat. We stayed true to Maria's style by including the smaller details like her colored beaded bracelets, black crossbody and a similar graphic muscle tee. Maria's exact You Got A Friend Muscle Tee, retails for $90, is made by Juicy Couture founders Pam & Gela and for each tee purchased $10 is donated to Girls, Inc. Personally, I can't think of a better excuse to splurge on a shirt, especially since the other pieces in this look are so affordable! Read on to get the look for less...

Off the Rack: Fall Boots at Marshalls (See 35 In-Store Photos!)

Cute fall boots at Marshalls - need these!
My quest for the perfect fall boot continues, so last week I visited a Marshalls in a neighboring town that's a little more posh than my area and found lots of great options. Many of the styles I saw were identical to the fall boots I saw at my T.J. Maxx...not surprising since they're owned by the same company, but I was hoping for a little more diversity. Still, the selection is strong: Ankle boots from Steven Madden, Franco Sarto, Coach, Lucky Brand and Michael Michael Kors stood out on top (the MK boots above retail for $295 here).

We Review: JustFab Fall Fashion

Just Fab Fall Fashion Review
Although I'm still in denial that it's already September, I do have some fun new fall fashion items from JustFab that I wanted to share with all of you before they sell out. I got to pick out a couple new pieces courtesy of the brand, and while I haven't had a chance to wear everything just yet (still too hot out for the jacket and boots), I'm already in love with my reversible vegan leather tote bag and white zipper-detail blouse. Apologies for the awful image quality, next time I will try to take photos in the afternoon when there's more light in my bedroom! Read on for my review...