The Budget Babe | Affordable Fashion & Style Blog

Eva Longoria's Olive Green Shirtdress and Flat Sandals Look for Less

Eva Longoria's shirtdress style for summer - love this
Spotted back in 2017, Eva Longoria proves the shirtdress is a timeless staple for all seasons. This new-at-Walmart shirtdress is the perfect piece to recreate it on a dime! (I should know...I own it in two colors! It's under $20 and fits true to size.) Pair it with tights and a sweater in cooler months, or with sandals and shades like Eva did for summer!



Olivia Palermo's Leopard Clutch, Oxford Shoes, and Ruffle Blouse Look for Less

Olivia Palermo Leopard Clutch, Oxfords and White Blouse Look for Less
We still want leopard everything, and Olivia Palermo is only feeding that obsession with this printed clutch! You'd think it would be the highlight of the look, but she's just way too good at nailing chic from head to toe. A sophisticated black coat and trousers is spiced up with the ruffle detail on her white blouse, plus a pair of spiffy black oxford shoes to match. Olivia also picks the perfect hair & beauty looks to compliment her looks, this time pulling her hair back into a middle part bun and a seductive, smokey eye.



Look for Less: Zoe Kravitz's Plaid Skirt, Graphic Tee and Ankle Boots

Zoe Kravitz in a plaid skirt and platform ankle boots
We love a good plaid shirt any time of year, so why not a plaid skirt? Zoe Kravitz makes us think we need to add one to our wardrobe, stat. She paired a flowing midi-length skirt in the check print with a graphic tee and platform ankle boots. While there are definite grunge vibes here, the tailored black coat and structured satchel elevate this edgy look. Come spring you can swap in a lightweight trenchcoat and Chelsea rainboots.



Alessandra Ambrosio's Acne Jacket, Rust Sweaterdress and Lace-Up Boots Look for Less

Alessandra Ambrosio in Acne Velocite Jacket look for less
Leave it to Alessandra Ambrosio to make a sweaterdress sizzle on a snowy NYC day! We love how she paired her rust-hued mini dress with lace-up boots and her favorite Acne 'Velocite' Shearling Jacket. This jacket is still super popular, and luckily there are a lot of good dupes, including this one under $100 on Amazon. Compared to the $2,700 pricetag on the designer jacket, we'll take the budget find any day!



Meghan Markle's White Turtleneck Dress Look for Less

Meghan Markle's white turtleneck dress and matching coat
The Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle glows in her white turtleneck dress by Calvin Klein with a matching white coat by Amanda Wakeley. We love the idea of matching your coat to your dress - the result always looks elevated and expensive. Another pro tip from a royal: Anchor your look with an unexpected neutral, like the olive green Ralph Lauren pumps and clutch seen here!