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Dark Angel: Martha Hunt's Leather and Faux Fur Jacket Look for Less

Martha Hunt Look For Less
One of our favorite Victoria's Secret Angels, Martha Hunt, recently walked the city streets in this black and denim ensemble and gave us serious style envy. We love this edgy look since it strays far from her usual style, and her leg-lengthening booties and biker jacket are to die for. The original Isabel Marant Sade Booties retail for $1,385 but in our recreation we found similar shoes from Franco Sarto for $79! Read on to see the rest of our finds and get this look for less...

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.*

Capsule Wardrobe: Holiday Season

Seriously stylish holiday outfit ideas on a budget
I know it’s been a while since the last capsule wardrobe post, but buckle up because this one is going to be great. Perhaps I was inspired by my recent shopping excursions...or maybe it’s my fresh coat of metallic silver nail polish, but I’m feeling the holiday season like no other. I’m ready for Thanksgiving and beyond. Centered around 3 fabulous items under $50, this 7-outfit capsule will get you ready for dressing to impress during any festive gatherings over the next few months. So sit back, relax, and enjoy (hot cocoa optional)...

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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