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Throwback Thursday: Cameron Diaz's Plaid Shirt and Blazer Look for Less

Cameron Diaz looks polished and put together in a tan blazer, plaid shirt, skinny jeans and ankle boots.
For today's Throwback Thursday look, I went back to the start of 2014 when Cameron Diaz made an appearance on Good Morning America to promote her book 'The Body Book' wearing a casual yet polished outfit that definitely showed off her credentials in the best way. The actress-turned-author paired a plaid shirt with a tan blazer, dark-wash skinny jeans and black high-heel ankle boots for the occasion. I wanted to recreate this ensemble because it's a look that can work for so many fall functions, from the office to the weekend...and something tells me this would be especially cute for teachers, as we're in back-to-school season! I found the perfect flannel at Joe Fresh and then brought the look into 2016 by updating the jeans to a pair of raw edge hem jeggings from Express. Ankle boots from DSW's new Mix no.6 line and a suede bag by Merona finish this look for less, which can be yours with finds starting at just $11.70...


Cameron Diaz looks polished and put together in a tan blazer, plaid shirt, skinny jeans and ankle boots.

Shop the Look for Less:


Joe Fresh Plaid Shirt, $14.94 (down from $29) // H&M Blazer, $34.99 // Express Raw Hem Jegging, $47.94 // Merona Suede Tote, $39.99 // LC Lauren Conrad Necklace, $11.70 // Mix No. 6 Booties at DSW, $60


Cameron Diaz Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews


Off the Rack: New Fall Shoes You'll Love at Target

See in-store pics of the new fall boots at Target
Oh, Target. You know the way to a woman's heart. This season, it goes a little something like this: Tall suede-look boots, menswear loafers, lace-up pumps in lilac pink, lace-up flats (now available in denim), ankle-strap quilted ballet flats. And then there are the duck boots (same price as last year's) for pumpkin patch photo ops, not to mention all the ankle boots. Oh, those ankle boots. My collection just keeps growing. But I don't own any quite like this pair yet. #someonestopme All the shoes shown here are under $50 (the most expensive being the over-the-knee pair by dv Dolce Vita). Which shoes are you loving at Target this season?

Check out my post on what's new in the Target dollar bins.

Deal alert: Save $10 when you spend $40 on select women's clothing, accessories and shoes with promo coupon code STYLE (see target.com for details)

Back to Basics: Pixie Lott's White Bodysuit and Denim Flare Look for Less

Pixie Lott Look for Less
Pixie Lott's simple bodysuit styling is slowly becoming an obsession of mine. I love how effortless these looks are (like her black bodysuit and boyfriend jean outfit) yet she looks so put together. Pixie opted for a white spaghetti strap bodysuit paired with frayed flare ankle jeans, a black bowler satchel, black pointed flats and a gold sequined scrunchie. She kept her makeup simple with a pastel pink lip and bold winged eyeliner — a reflection of her current work starring as Holly Golightly in the musical adaptation of Breakfast at Tiffany's. We're seeing tons of decades reflected in this season's fashion trends and I love that Pixie incorporated many eras — especially the '80s/'90s throwback to the scrunchie...it's great for dressing up a thrown together top knot. Read on to score my style finds including my favorite eyeliner by Tarte ($20) to create a classic winged look for your next night out!

Pixie Lott Look for Less



Pixie Lott Photo Credit: Landmark, PRPhotos.com


The Look for Less: Stuart Weitzman Over-the-Knee Boots

Get the look of Stuart Weitzman's must-have over the knee boots for less.
If you really love shoes then a pair of Stuart Weitzman over-the-knee boots is probably pinned to your wishlist (if not already sitting in your closet). But at $845, these beauties aren't exactly part of the monthly budget...luckily Old Navy has a pair of similar over-the-knee boots that should at least satisfy your outfit needs for fall, featuring a stylish low heel and pretty faux suede finish. Pair with midi skirts and dresses for a chic vibe that's work appropriate, too.

Splurge: Stuart Weitzman Thighscraper Over-the-Knee Boots, $845 at netaporter.com

Steal: Over-the-Knee Boots, $52.94 at oldnavy.com

Browse over-the-knee boot outfit ideas.


Menswear Maven: Victoria Beckham's Tuxedo Blouse and Wide-Leg Pants Look for Less

Victoria Beckham Look for Less
Whenever I think of Victoria Beckham, I instantly think of her time as Posh Spice — wardrobes consisting of black mini dresses, sharp stiletto heels, smoky eyes and chic clingy outfits showing off her svelte figure. Over time, her style has evolved and repeatedly Victoria has demonstrated that while her Spice Girl days are over, she still holds on to her posh sense of style. Here, dressed in Victoria Beckham and Celine, she pairs a classic tuxedo blouse with wide-leg crepe pants and flat leather sandals. For accessories Victoria stuck with the overall menswear style and wore a gold boyfriend watch, square sunglasses and a folded-over leather tote. To get this look, worthy of NYFW's front row, read on to shop my curated finds...and save hundreds!

Victoria Beckham Look for Less


Victoria Beckham Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News