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Autumn Blooms: Lucy Hale's Floral Blouse and Ankle Boots Look for Less

Lucy Hale looks cute and casual in a floral v-neck blouse, skinny jeans and tan ankle boots.
Feminine tops are having a big moment right now, and Lucy Hale nails the trend in her floral v-neck blouse paired with skinny jeans and light tan ankle boots. It's a girly, boho look that's perfect for a coffee run, as the Pretty Little Liars star demonstrates. I'm loving the bell sleeve detailing, and how she balanced the subdued drama of the top with curve-hugging blue jeans and Western-inspired boots. Snag this adorable fall look for your own closet with our savvily curated finds starting under $3...

Lucy Hale looks cute and casual in a floral v-neck blouse, skinny jeans and tan ankle boots.

Shop the Look for Less:


Moon River Chiffon Top, $75 (also love this Forever 21 top) // H&M Suede Ankle Boots, $69.99 // Joe Fresh Slim Jean, $34 // Forever 21 Pendant, $2.90 // Forever 21 Chain Choker, $3.90 // Who What Wear for Target Zip Pouch, $13.98 (down from $19.99) // zeroUV Sunglasses, $9.99


See how Jamie Chung, Jessica Simpson and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley are styling their floral tops for fall.

Lucy Hale Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews

The Look for Less: BP Autumn Plaid Scarf

Get the look of fall's hottest plaid scarf for half the price.
Temperatures dropped here in Connecticut yesterday and I was able to wear my new BP plaid blanket scarf for the first time (seen here). My exact scarf is sold out (I bought it during the Nordstrom Anniversary sale), but of course I wouldn't leave you ladies hanging - I found some amazing lookalikes on Amazon, my not-so-new, not-so-secret source for affordable fashion finds.

I just ordered the scarf shown above so I'll keep you posted when it arrives, but as far as the online pics go, it looks similar to BP's backordered 'Autumn' plaid scarf, which I've loved since spotting it on Jean from ExtraPetite, who paired hers with a chambray shirt, black leggings and cognac lace-up flats. #flawless Don't get me wrong: I love Nordstrom - I'm a new convert - but it doesn't hurt to shop around when something's backordered!

The Amazon scarf is 59"x55", 100% acrylic; the BP scarf is 57"x53", 100% acrylic.

Tip: Walmart also has a great selection of plaid scarves this winter, mostly oblong (not sqare) for $9.97. Check them out in this post.

SLURGE: BP 'Autumn' Plaid Scarf, $29 at nordstrom.com (free shipping & returns)

STEAL: POSESHE Stylish Warm Blanket Scarf Gorgeous Wrap Shawl, $11.99 (the product description says free shipping on orders over $49, free returns, however, when I ordered my scarf, the shipping was FREE. I'm a Prime member.) Choose from 12 colors!


Fall in Line: Gigi Hadid's Striped Trouser and Leather Loafer Look for Less

Gigi Hadid Look for Less
Ensuring she would stand out, Gigi Hadid displayed bold styling choices both on and off the runways during Paris Fashion Week. In this look the model paired a casual black muscle tank with striped cropped pants, patent leather loafers, round metal-framed sunglasses and a cord lariat necklace. Gigi topped off the look with an off the shoulder, oversized leather jacket with white embroidery. This outfit may be a casual approach to street style, but there is nothing basic about it. I love the edginess of the monochromatic look, androgyny of the loafers and grunge-inspired 90s style through the use of the lariat choker. In this recreation, I've kept all of the attitude and paired the ensemble with a similar piece of outerwear that's extremely affordable and on-trend for the season: a faux-leather bomber jacket. Read on to score this piece available from Mango and a few other must-haves for the season, with each item priced below $67...

Gigi Hadid Look for Less

Gigi Hadid Photo Credit: Ralph, Pacific Coast News

The Look for Less: Chloe 'Drew' Bag at Express

Chloe 'Drew' Bag Dupe at Express is a perfect lookalike for less!
Express has an amazing Chloe 'Drew' bag lookalike for us babes on a budget, and it's on sale! Now through Monday, October 10, it's buy one, get one half-off, plus get $25 off every $100 with promo code 1688 at express.com! If that isn't reason enough to shop I don't know what is. I came across the bag after spotting my friend Alyson in her cold-shoulder Express top, which of course sent me down the Express rabbit hole (to borrow an expression from fashion blogger Shira), which led me to the Chloe knockoff. #incaseyouwerewondering What do you think, would you carry the Express version?

SPLURGE: Chloe 'Drew' Bag, $1,650 at netaporter.com

STEAL: Turnlock Crossbody Bag, $39.90 (BOGO until October 10) at express.com

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Vest Dressed: Kristin Chenoweth's Quilted Vest, Green Blouse and Ankle Boots Look for Less

Kristin Chenoweth looks comfy and cozy in a puffer vest, emerald green blouse, skinny jeans and ankle boots.
Just in time for those fall trips to the apple orchard and the pumpkin patch, Kristin Chenoweth models a quintessentially cute and cozy autumnal outfit featuring the must-have quilted vest. She layered hers over an emerald green blouse and skinny jeans, then accessorized with a Louis Vuitton crossbody bag, Western-inspired ankle boots and rainbow aviator sunglasses. I found the perfect vest to recreate her look for just $44 at Francesca's. You could swap the green blouse for any color you love, from a rich burgundy to an earthy olive (I own and love this one by Lush). With all the money you save on the clothes, splurge on the Michael Kors bag, which costs hundreds less than the LV, and will give your whole look a polished edge.

Kristin Chenoweth looks comfy and cozy in a puffer vest, emerald green blouse, skinny jeans and ankle boots.



Kristin Chenoweth Photo Credit: Cathy Gibson, PacificCoastNews