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Rocker Chic: Gigi Hadid's Retro Band Tee and Lace-Up Boots Look for Less

Gigi Hadid's high waist denim shorts look for less
Gigi Hadid was spotted in NYC flaunting her rock’n roll style in a retro ACDC band tee paired with high-waist denim shorts and a longline blazer. She's wearing the one x oneteaspoon ‘Vintage Bandits” shorts in the “middie wash," ($100, oneteaspoon.com or shop a similar style at Aritzia here) but we found some great lookalikes under $40. Don't forget the '90s inspired accessories, from the choker necklace to those lace-up boots. While this look may not be for everyone, it can certainly be achieved on every budget. Read on for our look for less picks...

Gigi Hadid's high waist denim shorts look for less

Shop the Look for Less:


Missguided High-Waist Shorts, $42.50 // ACDC Tee, $12.99 // Forever 21 Longline Blazer, $39.90 // REED x Kohl's 'Anarchy' Crossbody Bag, $66 // Kenneth Jay Lane Choker, $50 (also love this Stella Valle choker at Target) // Dr. Martens Pascal Boot, $149.95 // BP Sunglasses, $12 at nordstrom.com


Gigi Hadid Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews


BB's Link Round Up: Rebecca Minkoff Online Sample Sale, 50% Off Ann Taylor Sale Styles and More

Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale, 50% off Sale and more fashion links
The Rebecca Minkoff online sample sale has begun! Up to 70% off exclusive styles!

Take 50% off sale styles at Ann Taylor. And how cute are these pineapple shorts? On sale under $40!

The Uniqlo x Liberty London collab is available now.

Why didn't anyone tell me about Belle + Sky, a cute new line at JCPenney?!

Get free shipping on the new Canvas by Lands' End with code CANVAS, pin 1000.



Off the Rack: Reed Krakoff for Kohl's Mini Review

Reed for Kohl's in-store photos on thebudgetbabe.com
Yesterday I popped into Kohl's to check out the new Reed Krakoff collection of apparel and handbags. I'm calling this a mini review because I had neither the strength nor the wherewithal to actually try on the clothes, but I got a chance to feel the pieces and get a sense of quality. It's nice. I was not impressed by the lookbook but the collection looks good in person. You can see more of the collection by following me @budgetbabe on Snapchat (I'm a newbie so please bear with me as I figure the whole Snapchat thing out). I really liked this eyelet shirtdress and even this chambray shirtdress. If you saw someone carrying the Reed Atlantique Satchel ($96.75 for the Large, down from $129) you might mistake it for an authentic designer bag.

Wide-Leg Lovely: Victoria Beckham's Tuxedo Pants and White Shirt Look for Less

Victoria Beckham's wide leg pants and white shirt look for less
Victoria Beckham was photographed leaving the Martinez Hotel during the 69th Cannes Film Festival in a super sophisticated black and white look featuring an oversized white shirt tucked into wide-leg tuxedo pants. She finished the look in what we are guessing are some sort of platform heels, a black leather saddle bag, chunky gold chain bracelet, and oversized shades. Everything about this look exudes confidence, from the restrained black and white color palette to her sleek ponytail hairstyle. I'm not sure I ever look this put together but I'm taking notes! Get the look for less with fashion finds under $50 below...

Victoria Beckham's wide leg pants and white shirt look for less

Shop the Look for Less:


H&M White Shirt, $24.99 // Whyte Tuxedo Pant, $30 (down from $78) at Nordstrom Rack (also recommend these Express wide leg pants, $69.90) // ZARA Saddle Bag, $39.90 // Forever 21 Bracelet, $9.90 // H&M Platform Sandals, $49.90 // A.J. Morgan Sunglasses, $24 at Nordstrom


Check out more celebs rocking the wide-leg pants trend this spring.


Victoria Beckham Photo Credit: CRYSTAL, PacificCoastNews

Celebs Step Out in REED for Kohl's

Celebs in Reed for Kohl's
Chanel Iman, Emma Roberts and Solange Knowles wore fashions from the new REED x Kohl’s collection for a dinner celebrating the launch earlier this month. I have yet to check out the collection in person but I recommend reading this review by my friend The Recessionista. Chanel Iman's jumpsuit look has to be my favorite. The bags resemble Reed Krakoff's signature designs, and are made from technical leather (a high quality vegan leather). Have you shopped REED x Kohl's yet? What did you think? Read on to shop the exact three looks above...