Darlita Jacket, $78, shopmapel.com

I've already received a number of requests for cute, affordable coats—and the hunt is on! Or maybe, the search is over: Just feast your eyes on the elegant yet totally cool coat above by BB Dakota. It's functional, stylish and the price (for a coat, people) isn't that bad either. Thanks to the lovely Broke & Beautiful for turning me on to shopmapel.com, the fashionable boutique where you can purchase said coat for $78. Not a fan of the blue or need something other than a trench? Browse the BB Dakota offerings below. It's hard to pick just one, they are all so cute! And all under $100.

These open-toe lace up booties by Givenchy epitomize the edgy, aggressive overtone in Fall footwear, and cost a staggering $1,195 at Shopbop.com.


While there may be better knock-offs out there, I think these Frenchie Lace Up Booties at Forever 21 are a good way to get this look for less at just $26.80. The zipper closure makes these easy to slip on and off, while the faux croc pattern adds some nice texture.

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The fringe trend is still going strong and now it's showing up on vests, like the one shown here worn by Miley Cyrus. She works this Western-tinged look well, but I'm not sure it's me. Then again, I do own two fringe-embellished bags (shown here and here) so you never know! Here are some affordable ways to get in on this trend (I'm surprised this Juniors Xhiliration Fringe Vest received positive reviews on the site, I thought it looked kinda cheap when I saw it in person):

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  Black Wind Blowing Vest, $30, Lulus.com
  


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  Pure Energy Plus Fringed Vest, $19.99, Target.com
  


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  Bisou Bisou Fringe Vest, Was $58; Now $39.99, JCPenney.com
  


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  Decree Fringe Vest, Was $36.00; Now $19.99, JCPenney.com

Online sample sale website Gilt Groupe recently launched their sibling site, Gilt FUSE, which offers younger, contemporary brands, generally at lower prices points (think Juicy Couture, Faryl Robin, Ernest Sewn, to name a few brands they've featured). Today's sales include Black Halo, whose sophisticated dresses are adored by celebs, and TKO Orlogi Watches. Upcoming sales include C&C California, Superga sneaks, Plenty by Tracy Reese and DKNY shoes, so I highly recommend you sign up! Become a member of GILT to gain access to Gilt FUSE via this link: Join Gilt FUSE! Then, get your friends to join and earn $25 when they make their first purchase. It's a win-win!