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Boho Bombshell: Alessandra Ambrosio's Floral Blouse and Ripped Denim Look for Less

Alessandra Ambrosio Look for Less
Summer may be winding down, but that doesn't mean it's over — especially when clearance sales and endless celebrity looks are inspiring me to continue wearing my favorite pairs of shorts. In this look, Alessandra Ambrosio styled a long sleeve printed top with ripped denim shorts, studded ankle strap espadrilles, delicate gold jewelry and round metal sunglasses. This look is perfect for those lingering warm days, but if you're looking to extend this look into fall or if you're already in the midst of chillier weather opt for skinny jeans. Plus, the pair I've featured has a similar style to Alessandra's so the overall feel of the look is unchanged. Shop my picks starting at just under $4!

Alessandra Ambrosio Look for Less



Alessandra Ambrosio Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News


Classic in Camel: Emily Ratajkowski's High-Neck Crop and Cutoff Denim Look for Less

Emily Ratajkowski Look for Less
Street style has been on point since the beginning of September, aka fashion month, and no one does it better like models off-duty. Here Emily Ratajkowski flawlessly transitions to fall in an all neutral ensemble by pairing a camel knit side-tie crop with high-waisted denim cutoff shorts, coordinating suede over-the-knee boots and a tan leather handbag. She kept jewelry minimal with a simple pair of gold hoop earrings. Emily's exact LPA Top 1 rings up at $148 from Revolve and is still available in all sizes. However, if you're not looking to spend that kind of cash, Wild Pearl Faux Suede Mock Neck Tank is a total match and costs just $11.98! Read on to get this top, plus other amazing fashion finds starting at $4...

Emily Ratajkowski Look for Less



Emily Ratajkowski Photo Credit: Darla Khazei, PacificCoastNews


Check Mate: Gigi Hadid's Wrap Dress and Over the Knee Boots Look for Less

Gigi Hadid Look for Less
Throw the fashion rule book out the window, Gigi Hadid proves that yes, you can wear white after Labor Day. Gigi styled her Tularosa Rocky Dress ($168) with a pair of gray over-the-knee boots,a black leather structured handbag, gold layered necklaces, a velvet cuff bracelet and a pair of silver aviators. Between the grid print, the mirrored flat-lens sunglasses, sexy shoes and use of suede, this outfit touches on so many fall trends while remaining effortlessly chic. This is the ultimate model-off-duty look and my must-have piece is definitely the suede boots! Steal Gigi's style with my similar finds, including a pair of sky-high boots for $68...

Gigi Hadid Look for Less



Gigi Hadid Photo Credit: Brian Flannery, Pacific Coast News


Throwback Thursday: Nicole Richie's Golden Sweater and Black Shorts Look for Less

Nicole Richie Look for Less
I love using nature as inspiration for my fall fashion choices. Deep rich colors like burgundy and gold - paired with knits, denim and suedes - are my everyday go-to. This look from Nicole Richie circa 2013 definitely channels a similar aesthetic and when paired with shorts it's perfect for those lingering warm days. Nicole paired a gold crewneck sweater, black frayed shorts, a navy floral scarf and flat ankle booties. For accessories she kept it simple with a leather shoulder bag, braided belt, cat eye sunglasses and oversized diamond studs. Read on to get the look for less, featuring a total dupe for her mustard yellow crew for $30!

Nicole Richie Look for Less


Nicole Richie Photo Credit: Survivor, Pacific Coast News


Pinspiration: Chambray and Camo Inspired by Shop Dandy

Mix chambray and camo print for a fun fall look.
Over the weekend I went to Kohl's to pick out pieces for my back-to-school post series (here and here), and one of the looks I put together in the dressing room - but didn't actually end up shooting for the blog - was this chambray shirt and camo jogger combination. I posted it to Instagram and you guys loved it! #woohoo

I was inspired by the lovely Danielle from Shop Dandy - her style is always on point! She mixes colors, prints and textures in a way that's what I would call everyday glam...fun and chic, yet totally wearable. Head over to her blog Shop Dandy for details on her exact look (above left) - her top and pants are LOFT, making this a very affordable ensemble. The accessories - like her swoon-worthy Tory Burch bag - definitely elevate the look and take it to the next level. My outfit is entirely from Kohl's, and you can shop the look for less picks below.


Shop the Look for Less:


SO Perfectly Soft Button-Front Shirt (I'm wearing size Medium for reference) // SO Camo Joggers (not seeing these online, check Kohl's stores. Similar SO Leggings at kohls.com) Also saw these camo skinnies at Forever21 // SO Ankle Boots in cognac, runs TTS (I'm only seeing Pewter on the website but check Kohl's stores for these)



Thank you Danielle for permission to use your photo and for all the fashion inspiration! xx