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The Macy's Fall 2015 Ready-to-Wear Lookbook Involves Fringe, Ponchos and a Fox Sweater

Macy's Fall 2015 Ready to Wear Lookbook
While many brands seem to be struggling to reinvent themselves this fall (J.Crew, cough, Abercrombie), Macy's seems to know their girl - and what she wants to wear. For the vixen, there's Thalia Sodi, offering items like a mixed leopard print wrap dress ($89.50), or gold lame top ($59.50) with a cropped jacket (($89.50) and gold brocade-print skinny jeans ($59.50). For the woman who loves classics, there's Charter Club, bringing back the fox sweater ($59.50), or a camel-striped poncho ($199) paired with checked ankle pants ($69.50). Style & Co. is wagering you'll swap your usual leggings for moleskin ones ($42.50) while INC International Concepts has my favorite look, a chunky stripe sweater with fringe detailing on the sleeves ($89.50) paired with patchwork jeans ($89.50). Take a look at all the images below - what girl will you be this fall?

Off the Rack: Fall Boot Highlights at Kohl's (And There Are A Lot of Them! See 25+ In-Store Pics)

Loving these new fall boots at Kohl's!
What is it about seeing new fall boots that makes my heart race? The visions of endless fall outfit ideas that race through my mind might have something to do with it. I could pair these ankle boots with tailored separates for a minimalist, menswear inspired look. Or channel my inner tomboy with these lace up ankle boots then get girly and romantic in these navy lace-up boots paired with skinny jeans and a chunky cardigan.

Spot the Real: Steve Madden 'Lauuren' Lace Up Bootie

Can you spot the real Steve Madden 'Lauuren' lace up boots?
There's something infinitely cool and romantic about a heeled lace-up boot such as Steve Madden's 'Lauuren,' with their Anthropologie vibe of a modern-day mix of Little House on the Prairie meets Victorian era heroine. Maybe I'm reading too much into these, but they're definitely stylish - and wearable. The Steve Madden pair costs $130 (down from $160) at nordstrom.com while the look for less is just $40 (in blue, tan or black)...and might I add it looks great in real life, too. Can you spot the real from the steal? Click a link below to find out!



See how we styled the look for less in this fall outfit idea post.

Blackout: Vanessa Hudgens' Black Shift Dress and Valentino Rockstud Flats Look for Less

Vanessa Hudgens grabs coffee in a black shift dress, black leather oversized tote bag and Valentino Rockstud flats
If you love wearing all black you're in good company, as Vanessa Hudgens proves in her black shift dress, black oversized tote and Valentino Rockstud flats in the same color. This chic look is perfect for the office on these final hot days of summer and will work equally well this fall. And can you believe the Rockstud knockoffs we found are just $5.99? Get shopping details for this fab find and the entire look for less after the jump...

Extra Petite Found The Most Amazing Hermes Belt Dupe at Talbots

Vintage Hermes reversible belt look for less dupe at Talbots
While checking out Jean from extrapetite.com's Instagram feed this week, I noticed she discovered an amazing vintage Hermes belt dupe that was just too good not to share. Jean is always sharing amazing finds, whether you're petite or not, her blog is a daily must-read for detailed fashion tips and styling advice. If Jean says something is good, I believe her. And this belt is no exception. You can see the many splendored ways Jean has worn her vintage Hermes (which I'm assuming cost a pretty penny, although she probably got a good deal on it - she's thrifty, too!) and her new Talbots belt, too, which is just $49.50 and comes in a multitude of colors and sizes. As you'll see, this belt can be worn so many ways and adds a touch of polish and "equestrian" chic to any outfit. Click on over to extrapetite.com for all the details!

Photo: Jean from extrapetite.com