While not exactly a celebrity steal, Jamie Chung's new Louise et Cie 'Prim' bag is a bargain compared to some of the bags that celebs are often seen toting (which can cost thousands). If you like to save on clothes and spend a bit more on accessories, the 'Prim' is a great choice that can take you from summer to fall. It's roomy enough to hold all your essentials, features that handy cross-body strap and features luxe tassels that are so on trend. I love the tan color that Jaime is carrying but the bag also comes in versatile black or gray. It's also casual enough to wear with your athleisure duds, as Jaime is doing here, yet polished enough to pair with floaty maxi dresses (like this one) or chic rompers (like this one). Read on to shop Jaime's exact bag below...

Today I'm kicking off a series here on The Budget Babe where each writer will be bringing you her favorite wedding guest dress picks on a budget...dresses that we would wear and that show off our unique style POVs! After all, it's the height of wedding season, and if your newsfeed is anything like mine, then it’s filled with engagements and weddings. As you prepare to attend these most joyous of celebrations, it’s probably a good idea to stock up on some stylish wedding guest dresses - and in my book, that means flirty options that exude romance with a nod to the past (think luxe fabrics and vintage silhouettes).

Here are four amazingly cool and adorable frocks that are stylish, under budget...and have the Lauren Swanson stamp of approval:

Alessandra Ambrosio is giving me serious outfit envy this summer with her effortless boho-chic style, including this latest double denim look. Maybe it's her impossibly long legs and golden tan that make this lighwash denim button-down shirt and denim mini skirt look so fresh. Or perhaps it's the expertly added accessories...a rich brown crossbody bag, cut-out heeled sandals, Western belt, layered necklaces, and mirrored aviators. Whatever it is, we're feeling inspired, and if you are, too, you'll love our look for less picks starting at just $5!

Off-the-shoulder tops are a must have for this summer season. Just like many other fashion trends, off-the-shoulder tops are a blast from the past! This 90’s style top (think Kelly Kapowski from Saved by the Bell) has made a comeback and is better than ever. Off-the-shoulder tops have so many versatile styles to choose from; classic, cold-shoulder, and slouchy-shoulder. Whether you are headed to the beach or headed to the clubs, it’s easy to make your look casual or sexy…or better yet, both!

Not ready to flaunt your entire décolletage? Ease your way in with the cold-shoulder top. This specific top will keep you and your arms covered but the peek-a-boo cutouts will reveal just enough to keep them guessing (and it's easy to wear with your favorite regular bra, too).

The best part about these 12 tops is that you won’t be breaking the bank. That means you will have extra money to grab that summer morning iced coffee or nighttime ice cream.

Style Tips

• Pair with white raw hem denim, chunky heels, and long jewelry for brunch.
  


• Pair with a suede skirt, ankle high gladiators, a thick choker necklace, and a flirty pair of sunglasses for date night.
  


• Pair with distressed high waisted shorts, layered necklaces, Doc Martens, and a sunhat for a Coachella inspired festival look.

12 Off-The-Shoulder Tops Under $30

1. Sunglasses & Mimosas Graphic Tee ($29, Etsy)

2. Fashion Union Frill Trim Cold Shoulder Cami ($26, asos.com)

3. One Eleven Off The Shoulder Bodysuit ($24.90, express.com)

4. Ribbed Open-Shoulder Top ($14.90, forever21.com)

5. Off-The-ShoulderBell Sleeve Lace Top ($17.99, shein.com)

6. Silence + Noise Drew Cold ShoulderTop ($19.99, urbanoutfitters.com)

7. Off The Shoulder Crop Top ($19.95, freepeople.com)

8. Off-The-Shoulder Crop Top ($16.99, charlotterusse.com)

9. American Rag Crochet-TrimCold-Shoulder Top ($24.99, macys.com)

10. Off-The-ShoulderFlower Print Crop Top ($13.99, shein.com)

11. Off The Shoulder Denim Top DENIM ($24, makemechic.com)

12. GlamorousOff Shoulder Festival Top ($23, asos.com)

When people ask me how I got started with blogging, my story always goes back - waaaay back - to that time I had a summer internship with NationalGeographic.com in Washington, D.C. The position gave me a lot of valuable skills and fueled my interest in this new thing called "the Internet." Now that I head my own website, I'm thrilled to be able to offer an internship position this summer to a very talented student who will no doubt teach me a thing or two about her area of expertise - social media - and more! Please give a very warm welcome to Sophia Zigmond, and let her know what kinds of things you'd like to see on the blog in the comments section or on our Facebook page! Read on to get to know Sophia a little bit more and stay tuned for her first post coming to the blog later this afternoon. -BB