The Budget Babe | Affordable Fashion & Style Blog

Spot the Real: Rails 'Nadine' Plaid Shirt Dress

Can you spot the Rails plaid shirt dress?
A favorite among celebrities and fashion bloggers alike, Rails has a reputation for updated plaid pieces you'll want to live in. Just think of all the ways you could style their 'Nadine' plaid shirt dress...pair it with a fur vest and over-the-knee boots, or leather jacket and ankle booties. You really can't go wrong. It carries a $148 pricetag, while the look for less is just $22.90. See if you can spot the real from the steal by clicking a link below!


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The Look for Less: L.L.Bean Duck Boot Dupes at Target

L.L. Bean Duck Boots knockoff dupe at Target by Merona
Back in October we reported that duck boots would be back in a big way this winter (SheFinds noted that L.L.Bean's iconic duck boots were already backordered as of the end of September). Sure enough, Target is selling a knockoff called the "Hudson" by Merona. The $49.99 pricetag is kinda steep for a budget boot - who knows how it will hold up compared to the guaranteed-for-life L.L.Bean duck boots ($109) - but if it's just the fashion look you're going for, then this may be the shoe for you. Choose from beige/black or brown/dark blue at target.com.*

The Look for Less: Louis Vuitton Hand Painted Palm Leaf Speedy

Louis Vuitton look for less
I used to check gilt.com almost daily to see what new designer goodies they had on sale, but as time has passed, I've moved away from shopping limited-time only sales sites because they've grown too big, offer fewer actual deals, and no longer have that feeling of exclusivity. Having said that, I happened to be browsing gilt.com earlier this week to see if they had any good deals on baby gear...when I spotted a Louis Vuitton Speedy hand painted with palm leaves, and was instantly reminded of a bag I had seen at anthropologie.com. (Great story, right?) Both have a strikingly similar palm leaf design with vastly different price tags. If you love the look of the LV, you'll have to check out the budget dupe!

SPLURGE: Louis Vuitton Hand Painted Black Epi Speedy 25, $1,800 (sold out) at gilt.com

SAVE: Foliage Tote by Kestrel, $69.95 at anthropologie.com

Spot the Real: J.Crew 'Natalia' Lace Dress + LOFT Friendsgiving Sale

Can you spot the real J.Crew lace dress?
Lots of stores are having pre-Thanksgiving sales that will make your Friday that much sweeter! At LOFT, take 40% off your purchase with code SHAREIT during their Friendsgiving Sale. Pass along the sale to three friends and you'll get a surprise offer redeemable between Nov.18-25. Plus when you shop the sale, you'll get a $25 LOFT Cash Card for every $50 you spend. Meanwhile, J.Crew is offering 25% off with code SHOPTOIT (30% off for cardmembers).

If you're looking for holiday party attire, the chic J.Crew 'Natalia' lace dress is $275 and comes in 9 gorgeous colors, as well as petite sizing. I spotted a great dupe at LOFT that's just $98 (plus use code SHAREIT for 40% off!). See if you can spot the real from the steal by clicking a link below!


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The Look for Less: Fall Scarf Edition

The Look for Less: Fall Scarf Edition
Scarves are an essential part of any fall wardrobe, giving simple looks that added element of style that takes them from boring to beautiful. After pouring over dozens of images on Instagram and PInterest, I've narrowed down the scarf styles I wanted to add to my wardrobe to the following three designs. I already own basic neutrals like gray, camel, ivory, black and navy, so I've focused on adding new prints and colors that are on-trend this season. It's a budget-friendly way to up your style factor, stay warm and look good. So let's get started!