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Simple in Serenity: Taylor Swift's Boatneck Sweater and Black Jeans Look for Less

Taylor Swift Look for Less
One of Pantone's 2016 Colors of the Year, Serenity, a pastel cornflower blue is the perfect shade for the spring season. In this look Taylor Swift shows us how to add a little edge to the trend using a minimalistic approach. The singer paired the boatneck cable-knit sweater with black skinny jeans, leather booties, a chic structured handbag and a classic red lip. I love the simplicity of this look, it's so clean and understated but the black pieces make the blue shade pop and the contrast of her signature lip is the icing on the cake. Read on to discover my go-to red lipstick and get the rest of Taylor's look for less...

Model Off-Duty: Gigi Hadid's Edgy Monochromatic Look for Less

Gigi Hadid Look for Less
Fresh off NYFW runways, Gigi Hadid stuns in this sexy monochromatic style at the Sports Illustrated Swim City event. The model paired a BLQ BASIC Turtleneck Sweater ($101) with a longline duster, button-up leather skirt, waist-cinching belt and thigh high suede boots. I love how simple and edgy this look is, plus BLQ BASIC's top is a must-have in any fashionista's closet — the high low silhouette adds detail and dimension to an outfit, plus it pairs perfectly with leggings! Read on to grab this staple and get the rest of Gigi's look for less...

Tickled Pink: Reese Witherspoon's Graphic Top and Coordinating Accessories Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon Look for Less
The upcoming spring season brings two things to mind: floral patterns and pops of bright colors. Reese Witherspoon got a head start on these trends with her latest outfit featuring Draper James Cloister Printed Top ($165). She paired the graphic shell with an edgy leather jacket with quilted accents, ankle-grazing jeans, cat-eye sunglasses, hoops, a watch, color-coordinated pumps and Draper James Saffiano Lady Satchel ($250). I love the repeated fuchsia tones throughout the outfit and in this recreation I've kept the look almost exact, using a similarly printed dolman and hot pink accessories. Read on to get Reese's look for less....

Utilitarian Chic: Rosie Huntington Whiteley's Olive Coat and Python Pumps Look for Less

Rosie Huntington Whiteley Look for Less
Need another reason to shop Target's spring collaboration with Who What Wear? Shop our Rosie Huntington Whiteley-inspired look featuring the collection's Peplum Utility Jacket! This neutral khaki color and lightweight material make this the perfect piece for the upcoming warmer months, and layering knits underneath make it wearable now. In Rosie's look, the star paired the topper with a cream colored top, tight leather skinnies, python pumps, square sunglasses and a perforated leather hobo bag. Read on to steal Rosie's style and get her look for less...

Cute & Trendy Spring Outfit Idea: Utility Vest and Striped Top (And It's All On Sale!)

Spring Outfit Idea: Utility Vest and Striped Top
While browsing Pinterest I stumbled upon this utility vest and striped top look and fell instantly in love. This is the perfect cute yet comfortable outfit idea for spring that you can put together with items you probably already have in your closet. If you don't yet own a must-have utility/cargo vest, I spotted this Merona utility vest at my Target store just last week and it's on point. According to readers on Instagram the vest fits true to size. The striped top featured here by Merona has been in stores for a while now, and with good reason - it's got a flattering cut and it's made from a thicker fabric with zipper detailing in back for a luxe J.Crew-inspired vibe. Assuming you already have dark blue or black skinnies (or leggings), just add ankle boots and a little sparkle to complete this outfit. Hurry and shop today and you can score the essential vest, top and necklace on sale during President's Day, too!


Shop the Look:
Merona Utility Vest, $29.99* // Merona Striped Top, $22.99* // Reneeze Ankle Boots, $30 // J.Crew Factory Necklace, $32.50**


* Use code PRES to get 25% off. Offer expires 02/15/2016 at 11:59pm PT.
** Just for today, 40% off online only (prices as marked) plus extra 30% off clearance and free shipping with code SHOPTODAY

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