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Jennifer Garner's Turtleneck and Tie Front Skirt Look for Less

Jennifer Garner Turtleneck and Tie Front Look for Less
Jennifer Garner steps out in a beautiful front tie skirt by Jason Wu for a professional yet chic ensemble with a fitted short sleeve turtleneck and strappy stiletto sandals. This is a great way to add dimension to an outfit, instead of resorting to an otherwise plain midi skirt. We are inspired by her smooth and simple ballerina bun to keep the hair out of the face on a busy work day. Add a good pair of shades and structured top handle satchel and you'll be looking sharp and ladylike all day long!



Kendall Jenner's Jimmy Choo Ankle Boots and Quarter Zip Pullover Look for Less

Kendall Jenner Ankle Boots and Quarter Zip Pullover Look for Less
Ever wonder how to pull off sporty-chic? Look no further than Kendall Jenner's outfit here, in her exquisite Jimmy Choo ankle boots, pullover sweatshirt, and spandex shorts. The mix of ladylike pieces and athleisure can be difficult to pull off without looking sloppy, but with the right pieces and the sleek all-black theme like Kendall does, it's more than doable!



Shay Mitchell's Tie Crop Top and Snake Print Heels Look for Less

Shay Mitchell Tie Crop Top and Snake Print Heels Look for Less
Shay Mitchell shows off some skin and a smile with a wine glass in hand! Loving this laid back look with a splash of femininity, pairing distressed denim with snake print heels and a bow tied top. I don't think we could have found a closer dupe, and for MUCH less than hers. We also added a simple crossbody bag in the oh-so-popular mustard color, so you can be hands and worry-free while strolling and sipping!



Off the Rack: Review of Hope Ave. Boutique

Budget Babe Review: Hope Ave. Boutique
Until I moved to my new home in Idaho, I had never heard of Hope Ave. before. I stumbled upon it at our outdoor mall here in Meridian and was so in love from the moment I walked in. It sort of has an Urban Outfitters vibe, but a little more boho and feminine. Their website says their brand “invokes the truly courageous feminine spirit that we so admire, one that is adventurous, eclectic, natural, and free.” I’m down with that! Everything I saw in here was under $100, too, so I figured it deserved a little Budget Babe attention. Here’s what I tried on:

Chrissy Teigen's Stripe Duster and YSL Tassel Crossbody Look for Less

Chrissy Teigen Stripe Duster Look for Less
Let's be honest; a coat like this can go wrong real fast. Wear it with busy colors/patterns and it could turn into a clown costume without even trying. But Chrissy Teigen plays it just right by throwing hers over a black fitted dress, black accessories and dark PVC pumps. Her shoes are priced at $850, so we're more than okay with $100 on this clear pair we found by Steve Madden. And if it weren't for this chic coat, we think that her daughter's precious denim jacket and polka dot dress would steal the show!