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!

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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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.

While news of Kendall Jenner wearing clothes from Target pales in comparison to other Kardashian headlines from this week, it's a celebrity style bargain worth noting...the young model attended a Target party at the start of NYFW wearing an on-trend bomber jacket and pants paired with her own satin camisole and black patent ankle boots. Shop her exact items below, and read on to see more celebs who partied with Tar-jay and IMG at RED’s - the piano sing-a-long lounge at The Park at Moynihan Station - last month...

For today's blast from the past, we're looking to the fall of 2011, when Beyonce rocked a red jacket with a leopard scarf, skinny jeans and brown lace-up ankle boots. I love the combination of rich, warm fall colors from her jacket and scarf, balanced out by neutral basics like her essential white shirt (try this one) and skinny jeans. Queen B amps up her look with high heels, but you could just as easily wear this look with riding boots or a low ankle boot. And if red isn't your color, try a fall-friendly burgundy instead (love this jacket). However you customize this look, make sure you snag this leopard scarf - it's a must-have you'll reach for season after season.