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Off the Rack: Fall Finds From $12.99 at Marshalls

Fall fashions at Marshalls are affordable and on-trend.
Yesterday I had one of those rare "I'm a great mom! I can do this!" days, and it included a little trip to Marshalls with two amazingly well-behaved boys. I wanted to scope out the fall fashion for you guys, and I was really pleased to find a ton of on-trend pieces mostly under $30 for clothes and under $60 for boots and bags. I only made it through the contemporary/juniors department on this trip, and that's where I found lots of cozy sweaters like geo print cardigans and loose weave pullovers in shades of olive, burgundy, navy and tan.

Classic Prep: Reese Witherspoon's Blue Striped Blouse and White Shorts Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon Look for Less
Once again I am in awe of Reese Witherspoon's southern sweetheart style. Her crisp white shorts and clean striped button-up look great paired with nude sunglasses, sandals and, the perfect summer accessory, a straw tote. Reese's classic prep style is so simple to recreate and in this curated batch of must-haves, I've even included a little DIY project. On Reese, the blue and white striped blouse has touches of embroidered flowers scattered on the front, and since it was my favorite detail of the look I knew that our fellow Budget Babes had to have it too! Read on to see the $5 iron-on appliqués I found at JoAnn Fabrics that easily take this look to the next level...

Reese Witherspoon Look for Less


Reese Witherspoon Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com


Wild Child: Ashley Madekwe's Black Bardot Top and Leopard Platform Look for Less

Ashley Madekwe Look for Less
Not sure what to wear on your next girls night out? Take a style cue from Ashley Madekwe by spicing up a monochromatic look with touches of gold and an animal print. Ashley paired an off-the-shoulder top with matching ankle jeans, leopard platforms and a chain-strap leather handbag. To top off the look she added bangles, an edgy leather wrap choker and a quick swipe of a mauvey pink lipstick. Ashley's ensemble is comprised of multiple trends, but looks completely effortless and so chic. Read on to score our curated finds, including a fab pair of spotted platforms from GoJane for just $19!

Ashley Madekwe Look for Less



Ashley Madekwe Photo Credit: MHD, Pacific Coast News


A Breath of Fresh Air: Karlie Kloss's Baby Blue Crop and Wide Leg Pants Look for Less

Karlie Kloss Look for Less
Once again Karlie Kloss shows us all how to master the art of travel-wear in this latest look that's as chic as it is comfortable! Karlie paired a light blue tie-wrap crop with her favorite wide-leg linen pants...this style is proving to be quite a staple for Kloss who wore them this past spring in this featured look. She also wore glam cat-eye sunglasses, simple diamond studs, a large canvas and leather tote for all of her essentials and, the It-girl shoe of the moment, adidas Originals 'Superstar' sneaker ($80). Read on to get the look for less and score amazing finds like this pair of sneakers from Target by A+ ($28) that are a total dupe for adidas Originals Superstar and adidas Originals 'Stan Smith' styles...

Karlie Kloss Look for Less

Shop the Look for Less:


Endless Rose 'Bella' Blouse, $55 // (Styling Tip: safety-pin the blouse, or use heat activated hemming tape, along the waist to get Karlie's crop and 'wrap' effect ) //Missguided Premium Crepe Wide-Leg Pants, $48 // A+ 'Adria' Sneakers, $27.99 // CB Station Women's Canvas Tote, $29.99 // zeroUV Modern Cateye, $10.95 // Revlon Ultra HD Matte Lip in 'Love', $8.99 // Forever 21 Cubic Zirconia Studs, $3.90


Karlie Kloss Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News


Fashion Flashback: Olivia Palermo's Statement Studded Look for Less

We're in love with Olivia Palermo's ruffle trench coat, striped top and statement necklace look.
Classic stripes, preppy navy and tan tones, and dramatic jewelry: all the essentials needed to recreate this ensemble from Olivia Palermo's stylish past. In this recreation we've paired a simple Gap tee and navy skirt with a midi trench, grey hobo bag, lace-up heels, retro sunglasses and bold statement accessories. Tried and true, this look from 2009 needs no updating since all of the pieces are timeless essentials that can be worn so many ways. Plus, if you're eager to wear this during the warmer weather, nix the trench coat and swap out the long-sleeve top with a similar tank style, like this LNA Stripe Bib Tank Top ($48). Wear as it is in the fall or spring, and for colder weather add some black tights — voila 1 outfit, 3 ways for 4 seasons! Read on to score these curated pieces starting at just $14...

Olivia Palermo Look for Less


Olivia Palermo Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News