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Beauty Splurge vs. Steal: Urban Decay Naked 3 Eyeshadow Palette

Maybelline The Blushed Nudes is an amazing budget dupe for Urban Decay's Naked3 eyeshadow palette!!
A cult favorite among beauty enthusiasts, Urban Decay’s Naked 3 palette ($54, ulta.com) is easily one of my favorites, too. So when I saw Maybelline’s suspiciously similar The Blushed Nudes palette ($9.99, ulta.com) I knew I had to see how the two compared. The rose-hued neutrals are perfect for summer and a lighter fall look, plus the varied shades of either palette can work for day or night. After scooping up both items at my nearest Ulta, I got to work (and possibly spent entirely way too many hours in front of the mirror experimenting with these gorgeous shades!) Read on for my complete break-down of each aspect of Naked 3 and The Blushed Nudes, plus a full review and comparison of the two products.

Cerulean Chic: Emmy Rossum’s Fitted Jacket and Statement Bag Look for Less

Emmy Rossum bright blue bag, white jacket, and skinny jeans
Emmy Rossum recently turned heads with this neutral ensemble accented with a bold blue satchel. The light-layered jacket and bright cerulean bag are perfect for summer and will ensure all eyes are on your sophisticated and fun style! The black flats, jeans, tank and silver jewelry are closet staples and can be used to create countless looks with your existing wardrobe. These pieces may even be something you already own since they are such basic essentials! So what are you waiting for? Get the look for less with these curated finds ranging from $10 - $60.



Emmy Rossum Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com

Swift Style: Taylor Swift’s Suede Booties and Oxblood Skirt Look for Less

Taylor Swift's crop top and oxblood circle skirt look for less / See more at thebudgetbabe.com
Taylor Swift has been inspiring some major street-style envy lately. Here she pairs an oxblood skater skirt with a black crop, classic wayfarer sunglasses, a chic white handbag, silver disc necklace and black suede booties for a glamorous jetsetter look. The black suede booties, long sleeve crop and skirt are perfect for the transition into fall and the sunglasses and disc necklace are fashion classics. Plus all of the pieces are versatile enough to be used again in different looks. So what are you waiting for? Steal her style with these luxe pieces priced between $6 and $57.


Shop the Look for Less:
Solid Paneled Skater Skirt // Felicity Retro Sunglasses // Satchel Handbag with Gold Toggle // Ribbed Knit Crop Top // Silver Disc Necklace // Suede Ankle Boots (Get 25% off clearance and 20% off sale with code FOURTH at lordandtaylor.com)


Taylor Swift Photo Credit: Arielle Madnick / PRPhotos.com

Summer Chic: Chrissy Teigen’s Printed Skirt and Crop Top Look for Less

Chrissy Teigen's white crop top and pencil skirt - love this, so chic for summer!
Chrissy Teigen is quickly becoming one of our favorites for street style inspiration. In this look, the model uses clean lines and timeless pieces to emphasize her classically chic style. This look can easily be recreated with items that you may even have in your wardrobe. I love how on trend this ensemble is for summer with the use of white on white and simple accents. The cateye sunglasses and gold jewelry are basic enough that they can be worn daily to add a touch of glam, and the crop top, pumps, skirt and handbag are so versatile and can be used in your looks throughout the year. Get Chrissy’s look for less with these fashion staples that range from just $10 to $44!



Chrissy Teigen Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews