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Pretty in Peplum: Emma Robert's Grey Top and Loafers Look for Less + Our Favorite Cyber Monday Sales!

Emma Roberts' peplum top and Vince Camuto loafers look for less
Emma Roberts indulged in a little retail therapy wearing a comfy grey peplum top, boyfriend jeans and Vince Camuto 'Mitchell' loafers for a put-together yet somewhat offbeat look that we're loving. We winterized her ensemble by swapping the tee for a peplum jacket. And we appreciate that her exact shoes are under $100! Read on for the complete look for less, plus some of the best Cyber Monday sales so you can partake in a little retail therapy yourself...

The Budget Babe's Annual Black Friday Shopping Guide

The Best Black Friday Deals and Sales
So you went to bed early, slept in late, and don't plan on changing out of your CuddlDuds anytime soon. Never fear, you can still score amazing Black Friday deals online from the comfort of your home. And don't sweat it if you don't feel the urge to click "buy" today - deals get better on things like winter apparel as we get closer to Christmas. Having said that, now's the best time to buy things like shoes and accessories - and the following 10 merchants are making it hard to resist, offering some of the best savings you'll find anywhere. So grab that cup of coffee or hot cocoa, kick back, and browse these sites for gifts you'll love to give (and receive):

Fall Outfit Pinspiration: Check Shirt, Fur Vest, Hunter Wellies

Fall outfit inspiration featuring check shirt, fur vest and Hunter wellies
As soon as I discovered fashion blogger Lauren McBride (who also happens to be a Connecticut-based blogger and second-time new mom like myself), I was hooked on her relatable yet enviable style. This outfit - which is all over Pinterest - is a perfect example of her style: A mix of classic and cool, from the check shirt, to the on-trend faux fur vest, to the classic never-goes-out-of-style rain boots. To recreate her look for less, I found all the pieces I needed at Target. Finish the casual fall ensemble with some cozy leg warmers like this pair at Payless (just $6.49) and beanie ($7.49).



See how fashion blogger Brighton Keller wears a faux fur vest.

Psst! Take an extra 50% off all sale styles at loft.com.

Photo Credit: Lauren McBride

My Latest Payless Shoe Buys: Always A Great Value [SPONSORED]

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Payless. All opinions are 100% mine.
Payless offers great value for the whole family
With most shoe stores, you have to wait for a sale to get a good deal...but not so with Payless. Whether it's a BOGO sale or the "Hot Deal" that's featured at the front of the store, Payless has the latest trends at prices that won't break the bank. Last week I stopped in to buy some new kicks for my little guy. A sweet sales associate helped measure his feet right away and I discovered that contrary to what this mom thought, he's a size 8...not a 7. Oops. Good thing we got that cleared up! He's outgrown all his summer sandals and slip-ons and was long overdue for some comfy fall shoes, so I got him a pair of brown/orange sneakers for just $12 on clearance, and the coolest little high-tops for $22.99 on sale. What's more, I got a coupon for $10 off $30 towards a future purchase at checkout - yay!