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Shaggy Chic: Heidi Klum's Faux Fur Coat and Ripped Jeans Look for Less

Heidi Klum Look for Less
Heidi Klum looks long and lean in this all black ensemble featuring one of the season's hottest trends, faux fur. Heidi's furry coat adds dimension to an oversized black tee and washed-out ripped jeans, while her black booties and retro glasses add even more character to a basic look. We are in love with how chic Heidi looks in the monochromatic pairings and are obsessed with the shaggy faux fur. Heidi's Elizabeth and James Iris Boyfriend Coat retails for a whopping $695, but our similar longline piece is on sale for just $48.99! Read on to get the look for less...

Fur and Flares: Rachel Zoe's Cream Vest and Bell Bottoms Look for Less

Rachel Zoe Look for Less
Rachel Zoe was seen out for lunch with husband Rodger Berman and kids Kaius Jagger and Skyler Morrison in West Hollywood, bringing her fashion A-game as usual. The superstar stylist paired a statement-making fur vest with bell bottoms and platforms for a boho meets rock 'n' roll chic that she does so well. Oversized shades and handbag complete the look - and add a little attitude. Read on to get the look for less...

Spot the Real: Lucy Paris Shaggy Faux Fur Vest

Can you guess which fur vest costs $95?
Truth be told, I wasn't exactly sold on the shaggy faux fur vest look until I saw this outfit idea, which I posted on Instagram. Sometimes you just need to see something in a new context to fall in love with it, and that's what happened with this cozy white layering piece. Having said that, this might not be a piece you wear a ton. And keeping it clean seems challenging at best. I'm going with the look for less that's $34.99 at Target - the designer version is $95. Think you can tell them apart? Click a link below to test your fashion savvy!


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Trending in Tartan: Reese Witherspoon's Checkered Skirt and Lace Cardigan Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon Look for Less
Dressed in head-to-toe Draper James, Reese Witherspoon takes a classic plaid pattern and updates it with an embellished collar and lace cardigan. Reese sticks with a simple palette of forest green and navy blue, allowing all of the focus to be on her checkered skirt — love, love, love having a statement piece in an outfit! She also adds classic touches with her gold accent jewelry and tortoise sunglasses. Read on to get these must-have staples and the rest of Reese's look for less ...

Fall Outfit Idea: Preppy Duck Boot Inspiration from Pinterest

Duckboots outfit inspiration
Thanks to Pinterest I discovered this preppy-chic way to wear your duck boots this winter, and thanks to Instagram I learned that the "model" behind this outfit is @mh_bennett, as seen on Back Down South (yay social media!). I pinned the look and immediately set to work looking for items I'd need to recreate this ensemble for myself...and judging by the number of "likes" I'd say many of you are feeling inspired by this look, too. It's sporty and practical but oozes classic New England style. Meredith is wearing a J.Crew jacket, Levi's shirt and jeans and L.L.Bean duck boots (you can get all the details on her exact outfit at Back Down South). Read on for my "look for less" picks...


Shop the Look for Less:
Duck Boots at T.J.Maxx or Target // Utility Jacket // Chambray Shirt // Pants // Boot Socks // Scarf


Photo Credit: Cody Bennett, via @mh_bennett