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Casual Cool: Minka Kelly's Stripe Tank and Relaxed Jeans Look for Less

Minka Kelly's casual summer style in a striped tank, boyfriend jeans and flip-flops
Minka Kelly has me thinking not all crop tops are off-limits and not all mom-jeans are frumpy. Her striped tank shows off just a hint of midriff while her relaxed jeans (boyfriend? girlfriend? mom? I'm not really sure) lend a casual-cool vibe to her summer outfit. Granted, she's gorgeous in person (I met her at The Heart Truth Red Dress Collection Fashion Show a while back) so she tends to look good in anything. But I'm willing to give it a try, too, if you are. Read on to shop the look for less...

Can You Guess Which Sleek Modern Storage Bins Cost More?

Can you guess which storage bin costs $200?
One of the perks of living in a college town is that we have an IKEA store close-bye. I go there a lot. In fact, it's almost embarrassing how often I go there, but it's a very kid-friendly place with a very toddler-friendly cafeteria. The employees may know me by name. But I'm okay with that. Because I have the chance to scout out new products and come home with random odds and ends that I clearly need. Like the Kuggis series of sleek, modern white plastic storage bins, perfect for toys, crafts, beauty products, or anything else you need to hide from curious little hands. The 14" size is just $11.99 at ikea.com. Compare that to the 7" Arigatoe Storage Box by Atipico which costs $203 at onekingslane.com and the choice becomes clear. See if you can spot the designer storage box from the mass produced affordable option by clicking a link below!



In the Suede: Emily Ratajkowski's Brown Jacket, Black Skinnies and Taupe Oxfords Look for Less

Emily Ratajkowski's suede jacket, distressed black skinny jeans and taupe oxford lace-up shoes
Suede is going to be huge for fall, so take our advice and start adding some simple pieces to your wardrobe now - like a brown faux suede moto jacket that you can wear with a simple white tee, distressed black skinny jeans, and lace-up oxfords while you're jet-setting the globe like model Emily Ratajkowski (kidding!) But the outfit still stands, even if the model life isn't for all of us. Shop this look on a dime with our fashionable finds, expertly curated for you, after the jump...

Polka Dot Chic: Reese Witherspoon's Pencil Skirt and White T-Shirt Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon's casual preppy style featuring a polka dot pencil skirt, white t-shirt and red and tan wedge sandals.
Reese Witherspoon continues to turn each coffee run and random errand into a chance to show off her awesome everyday style, and in so doing, the star promotes her new lifestyle brand, Draper James. But we're totally okay with that. Because this white t-shirt and pencil skirt look is totally classy and something we could wear ourselves, too. Don't forget the hat and the pop of color with your sandals and you'll have Reese's style down in no time. Read on for our budget-friendly recreation!

Summer Classics: Reese Witherspoon's Gingham Shirt and White Kicks Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon's gingham shirt, jeans and white sneakers
We couldn't help but feature another Reese Witherspoon outfit because A. gingham and B. gingham. If you're as obsessed with this perennial summer print as us, you're in good company. Throw on a gingham shirt with jeans and your favorite sneaks and you're suddenly stylish without trying too hard. White sneakers are having a major moment now, too. While Reese is wearing her Puma Match Lo trainers ($55, down from $65 at footlocker.com), we found a surprisingly similar pair at American Eagle - and there are so many other great options to choose from! (see our round-up below) Read on to get the look for less...