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Grunge Meets Glam: Eva Mendes' Plaid Shirt and Ripped Jeans Look for Less

Eva Mendes' casual style
Eva Mendes was seen arriving at The London Hotel in LA in a casual plaid button-up shirt and cuffed ripped denim jeans. The actress tied her hair up with a scrunchie, tossed on some wedge heels and added oversized sunglasses to give her basic look some sex appeal. Eva could wear the proverbial potato sack and still look hot, and this outfit proves her effortless style yet again. The plaid shirt and jeans are wardrobe staples, updated for spring with cute sandals and a retro updo hairstyle. I was surprised how difficult it is to find wedge slides that don't scream "comfort shoes," so I swapped in some wedge sandals with an ankle-strap instead. Steal her style with finds starting at just $6 below...

Eva Mendes' casual style

Shop the Look for Less:


Plaid Shirt, $6 at walmart.com // H&M Ripped Jeans, $39.99 (tons more ripped jeans options at Romwe under $25) // Club Monaco Scrunchie, $12 // Gabriella Rocha Reversible Tote, $49.99 // Seychelles Wedge Sandals, $79 at gilt.com // Steve Madden Sunglasses, $42


Eva Mendes Photo Credit: Bruja/Sam Sharma, PacificCoastNews


Groovy Baby: Jourdan Dunn's Flared Denim Dungarees Look for Less

Jourdan Dunn's overalls look
British model Jourdan Dunn was all smiles as she was snapped in her 70's inspired flared denim dungarees during the 69th Cannes Film Festival. And you can't help but smile with her - this look is so fun, so fresh and so easy to recreate on a budget. The key piece is of course those flare-leg denim overalls, which Dunn expertly paired with a simple white t-shirt and comfy-cool Adidas sneakers. Wide legs and trainers, yet again, people. This combination is everywhere for spring! Finish the look with a chic mini satchel (hard to see in this photo but trust us on this one) and round mirrored glasses...because nailing that model-off-duty look is all in the details. Look for less below...

Jourdan Dunn look for less

Shop the Look for Less:


H&M Flare Overalls, $39.99 (also love these and these at Gap, or this plus-size pick at Forever 21) // H&M Tee, $5.99 // Quay Australia Sunglasses, $50 at nordstrom.com // Adidas 'Superstar' Sneaker, $89.95 at nordstrom.com // Zara Mini City Bag, $39.90


Jourdan Dunn Photo Credit: CRYSTAL, PacificCoastNews

Nautical Vibes: Karolina Kurkova's Blue Blazer and White Jeans Look for Less

Karolina Kurkova's blue blazer look for less // thebudgetbabe.com
Model Karolina Kurkova was spotted leaving the Martinez Hotel during the 69th Cannes Film Festival in a bright blue blazer paired with a white top and white skinny jeans. I love how fresh this look is for summer...it has a nautical, preppy vibe thanks to the crisp blazer with gold buttons and the white jeans, but the edgy black espadrille sneakers give it a cool, urban touch. And I love the neutral blush crossbody bag, an absolute essential. If you haven't already, I recommend checking out the Who What Wear line at Target where you'll find this amazing little bag that looks so luxe for the price. Read on for more fashion finds that just appear expensive but are all under $35!

Karolina Kurkova's blue blazer look for less // thebudgetbabe.com

Shop the Look for Less:


Choies Blazer, $33.99 // Joe Fresh Skinny Jeans, $34 // H&M Top, $9.99 // Who What Wear for Target Saddle Bag, $29.99 // Forever 21 Canvas Espadrille Sneaker, $15.90 (also love this Franco Sarto pair for $50) // T.J. Maxx Designer Sunglasses, $75 // Mixit Belt, $22 at jcpenney.com // Pixi by Petra Beauty Blush Duo, $18


Karolina Kurkova Photo Credit: CRYSTAL, PacificCoastNews


Post-Baby Beautiful: Chrissy Teigen's Denim Shorts and Duster Coat Look for Less

Chrissy Teigen's look for less
Victoria Secret model and new mom Chrissy Teigen flaunted her post-pregnancy body in her favorite denim shorts, a white t-shirt and hooded duster jacket while out on a stroll with her hubby John Legend and newborn baby Luna in the Big Apple. Could this family get any cuter?! Denim shorts are a summer staple, and Teigen has been spotted wearing her one x oneteaspoon 'Ford Bandits' ($104 - $148, oneteaspoon.com) a lot lately. We found some cute lookalikes at H&M under $20, plus the accessories that really pull this boho-glam look together: A straw hat, rich brown leather-look handbag and nude ankle strap sandals. Of course, it doesn't hurt to have enviably long legs like Chrissy to pull off this ensemble...but we have faith in you, dear reader. Shop her entire look for less below...

Chrissy Teigen's look for less

Shop the Look for Less:


H&M Denim Shorts, $19.99 // Lyocell Duster Jacket, $79.99 at target.com // H&M Linen T-Shirt, $17.99 // Chinese Laundry 'Rubie' Sandals, $69.95 // Brixton Hat, $44 at nordstrom.com // ZARA Basket Tote, $59.90


Chrissy Teigen Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews


Off the Rack: Who What Wear for Target May Highlights

Who What Wear for Target
I'm increasingly impressed with the Who What Wear for Target collection - each month seems to bring more covetable items that I want to add to my wardrobe. This month, they've introduced sophisticated ways to wear ruffles, cropped flares and summer whites. I used to love shopping Target's Xhilaration line but at some point I woke up and realized, it's just way too young for me (boohoo), and that's why I especially love the Who What Wear line. It's on trend but totally suitable for someone in her thirties and beyond. The colors are sophisticated, and many of the silhouettes are work appropriate, too. I'm crushing on this pleated skirt, this jacket and this ruffle top. This straw hat is a summer staple (and fits my big head) while this apron dress would be perfect for long summer weekends. I just wish I wasn't nursing sometimes so I could wear all these fun items all the time! But, not complaining. I guess my situation saves me money in the long run! More Who What Wear for Target photos below, and on Snapchat...I'm @budgetbabe! :-)