Boots, layering and structured pieces are undeniably essential to fall and winter wardrobes. Nicky Hilton perfects the seasons' signature style in her latest look. We're in love with how festive and cozy Nicky's coat is, plus the red checked pattern and structure makes this piece the focal point when paired with simple black accessories. The plaid peacoat is ideal for the colder months and the crimson color is perfect for the upcoming holiday season — our find is an exact match and costs only $33.14! Read on to get the look for less...

Actress Busy Philipps showed off some new blue-hued locks recently against a neutral backdrop, donning a Forever 21 olive trench, dark gray mini dress and black ankle boots for a day of pampering. Her sleek blonde tresses with just a hint of blue ombre on the tips look fun and modern (and almost makes me want to color my own hair!) With temporary hair dyes on the market today, it's an easy DIY look to achieve with little commitment or cash. Have you experimented with rainbow hued hair? Read on to snag Busy's exact Forever 21 coat for under $50 (a great fall layering piece), plus more fashion lookalikes to complete her look...

Penelope Cruz, the new face of Carpisa, arrived at the store in Milan to launch her new capsule collection co-created with sister Monica wearing a striped sweater and skinny jeans. At first I thought her outfit was awfully casual for a launch party but then realized she's wearing this Saint Laurent sweater, which costs $1,150 at barneys.com. I think that qualifies as fancy. What I love about this look is that we all have a striped sweater and skinny jeans, but it's those over-the-knee boots and her chic hat that take this outfit to the next level. Read on for our expertly curated look for less picks, plus 5 can't-miss sales to shop this morning!

This casual-chic look seen on Lauren Conrad is actually from the fall of 2012, but we think it looks just as fresh today as it did back then. After all, leopard print never really goes out of style, nor do all-black extras. Here, the fashion designer/author/entrepreneur tucks her blouse to show off her waist, adds cute ballet flats, and a timeless quilted Chanel purse to complete the look. Get it on a budget with our affordable finds that are so 2015...

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Payless is always pleasantly surprising me with their on-trend shoe offerings, and this fall is no exception. Recently the affordable footwear purveyor invited me to shop the latest styles and share my finds to which I replied OF COURSE! That's what I do! So I headed to my nearest location this week to do some recon for you ladies. Read on to see highlights from the racks plus what I bought...