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Luxe Loungewear: Cara Santana's Leather Loafer and Grey Sweatpants Look for Less

Cara Santana Look for Less
Morning coffee runs have never looked so stylish. Actress and style blogger Cara Santana of CaraDisclothed stepped out in this look that pairs oversized sweats with hints of leather...and we are in love. The addition of her moto jacket, retro sunglasses and classically cool patent loafers takes her loungewear look from 'lazy sunday' to 'rocker chic'. We're also obsessed with her pink pom keychain; it adds such a subtle whimsical touch and we found a near exact match! Read on to get this look for less, with pieces starting at just $12...

Throwback Thursday: Rachel Bilson's Gray Blazer and Striped Shirt Look for Less

Rachel Bilson's striped shirt, gray blazer and fur cuff boots look for less
Although we don't see much of Rachel Bilson these days in celebrity news, the actress and new mom used to be one of our favorite celebs for streetstyle inspiration with her girl-next-door fashion sense that's approachable and chic. Here, she's paired a gray blazer with a striped tee, darkwash jeans and shearling cuffed boots. The bright bag adds a touch of color that's perfect for fall. And can you believe this photo was snapped back in 2009? Yup, and it's still just as cute and wearable today as it was back then. Read on to recreate this look for less (the handbag we found is just $12.97 at groupon.com, who knew?!)...

4 Fashion-Blogger Outfit Formulas to Try This Fall

4 outfit ideas to try this fall inspired by Pinterest - nothing's over $40!" alt="4 outfit ideas to try this fall inspired by Pinterest - nothing's over $40!
Plaid shirts, faux fur and tall boots crop up every fall, but it's our favorite fashion bloggers who show us how to mix-and-match these essentials in unexpected new ways. From a herringbone vest paired with a statement necklace, to a plaid scarf worn with a striped tee, here are 4 cute and trendy outfit formulas we're loving from around the web...and all the pieces you need to recreate these looks are under $40! Read on for your fall outfit inspiration...

Boho Casual: Elle Fanning's Turtleneck Sweater and Platform Shoes Look for Less

Elle Fanning's fringe jeans and turtleneck sweater look for less
Upon first glance of Elle Fanning's recent airport style, I have to admit I was a tad thrown off by her 3x1 Denim cropped jeans with frayed fringed hems ($295). It could just be the fact that her socks are peeking out of her platform shoes - a styling detail I'd personally avoid - because otherwise, the boho fringe is a fun departure from the skinny jeans and ankle boot combos we're so used to seeing. Add a cozy turtleneck sweater and wool fedora, both in black, and you've got a chic look that's perfect for casual outings. Read on to get our look for less...

Kelly Rohrbach's Choker Necklace is Just $14.90 and Perfect for All Your Holiday Outfits

Kelly's Forever 21 necklace
Model and Actress Kelly Rohrbach wore a Forever 21 choker necklace to the Fallout 4 video game launch event in downtown L.A. this month, raising the question: Are you ready to embrace chokers? For me, this would mean channeling my '90s self. I'm not sure if I'm ready to do that. But Kelly makes a convincing case, pairing her sleek and edgy silver necklace with a bodycon black dress, black strappy heels and hot pink clutch.