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Blushing Beauty: Chrissy Teigen's Longline Cardigan and Slides Look for Less

Chrissy Teigen casual style.
As fall's warm weather continues, Chrissy Teigen gives us more inspiration for transitional dressing, pairing a blush longline cardigan with a white tank, skinny jeans and slide sandals. The pop of goldenrod yellow from her bag combined with the soft neutral shades of her outfit are what really drew me to this look. It's so subtle yet so chic. And it never ceases to amaze me how so many celebrity outfits start with a white top and blue jeans, proving it's all about how you accessorize to make a look your own (on any budget!) Read on for my look for less finds, and don't miss the must-have choker necklace that gives this look just the right dose of on-trend edge...

Chrissy Teigen casual style.

Shop the Look for Less:


H&M Top, $5.99 // Vero Moda Longline Cardigan, $26 (also love this one at Forever 21) // River Island Skinny Jeans, $84 // Forever 21 Bag, $21 // Steve Madden Slides, $28 // BP Lace Choker, $12


Chrissy Teigen Photo Credit: TS, PacificCoastNews

Rocker Chic: Lucy Hale's Wrap Top and Ankle Booties Look for Less

Copy Lucy Hale's casual streetstyle look.
When the weather is unpredictable (it's supposed to be in the 80s today), you have to adapt. That's why we're loving Lucy Hale's all-black rocker chic look that blends elements you can wear in any season. The actress paired a plunging v-neck wrap top with a lace bralette, skinny jeans and black block heel booties for a cool, understated vibe. Her delicate layered jewelry, bucket bag and fedora add personality. Add a chunky cardigan sweater to this look when (and if) it cools down, or wear it as is for these summery fall days!

Copy Lucy Hale's casual streetstyle look.

Shop the Look for Less:


H&M Skinny Jeans, $30 // H&M Lace Bralette, $17.99 (also love this Xhilaration at Target Lace Bralette, $12.99, looks great IRL) // New York & Company Wrap Top, $15 (down from $37) // Urban Outfitters Hat, $20 // ASOS Bucket Bag, $57 (or try this Topshop Bucket Bag, $30 down from $50) // Treasure&Bond Ankle Booties, $120 (or save with this Forever 21 pair) // H&M Sunglasses, $9.99 // BP Pendant Necklace, $18 (choose from 5 colors)


Lucy Hale Photo Credit: Sam Sharma/JS, PacificCoastNews

Review: How Doze Mattresses Revolutionized the Way I Sleep (No Joke)

This simple trick will help you sleep better starting tonight!
I’m a college student in my early twenties and just starting to make a life for myself, so when my fiancee and I finally found an apartment we loved, we didn’t have much of a budget for furnishings and decor. Much of our furniture has been loaned to us from family members, including our well-loved, lumpy and misshapen pillow top mattress. So I jumped at the chance to review a Doze bed, which was designed with college students and recent post-grads in mind, but I was extremely skeptical of the hype surrounding the product.

The Look for Less: Agate Shadow Box Art

Agate makes beautiful framed art.

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A mini trend I've noticed in home decor lately is agate, whether it's an agate slice atop a jewelry box, agate at the center of a starburst, or framed agate wall art as I've rounded up here. I've spotted these pieces - which can look earthy and refined or midcentury glam - at Target, T.J.Maxx, Marshalls and Homegoods. The best part is these designs look high end but carry a budget friendly pricetag! The wall art here is under $15, making it a stylish and affordable addition to your home.

Hang them up solo or as part of a striking gallery wall....

Agate makes beautiful framed art.

SPLURGE: Pink Agate Shadowbox, $298 at Adorn Refined Living & Decor (also in blue)

SAVE: Agate Shadowbox, $13.49 at target.com (also in pink)

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