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Polished in Pumps: Kate Beckinsale's Silk Trouser and Fuchsia Heels Look for Less

Kate Beckinsale Look for Less
As the holiday season rolls around, I love incorporating anything eye-catching: Metallics, sparkle and luscious fabrics like cashmere and silks. These are great for holiday parties and get-togethers, but for daytime wear and around the office it's easy to pare it down to one or two statement pieces and be able to layer pieces on top. Kate Beckinsale definitely nailed that balanced look with this outfit. Styling a silky white blouse with champagne satin trousers, a playful Burberry Heart Jacquard Poncho ($1150), black sunglasses and a touch of pink with her pumps, Kate looks radiant and effortlessly luxe. I'm especially obsessing over her rich wool poncho - the hearts are to die for, but the price is beyond my price range. Lucky for you readers I've found a similar two-toned cape from House of Fraser and it's absolutely perfect for chilly weather. Read on to steal Kate's style for a fraction of the cost...

Kate Beckinsale Look for Less


Kate Beckinsale Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News

No Sweat: Jourdan Dunn's Matching Athleisure Set and Bomber Jacket Look for Less

Jourdan Dunn Look for Less
My favorite fall trend has to be gem tones - rich ruby reds, deep sapphire blues and of course emerald greens. Here, Jourdan Dunn combines bold green hues with chic athleisure style to create one amazing ensemble. Starting with matching pieces from Vetements ($1,400 per set), Jourdan adds a paneled satin bomber jacket, lucite-heeled velvet boots, a black structured satchel and geometric brow bar sunglasses. I practically live in my sweatpants during the colder months so if there's a way to make it look upscale I'm definitely going to try it! This entire look rings up just under $140 - literally 10% of what Jourdan's Vetements set costs. Read on to snag these pieces and keep cozy well into the winter...

Jourdan Dunn Look for Less


Jourdan Dunn Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News

Review: How Doze Mattresses Revolutionized the Way I Sleep (No Joke)

This simple trick will help you sleep better starting tonight!
I’m a college student in my early twenties and just starting to make a life for myself, so when my fiancee and I finally found an apartment we loved, we didn’t have much of a budget for furnishings and decor. Much of our furniture has been loaned to us from family members, including our well-loved, lumpy and misshapen pillow top mattress. So I jumped at the chance to review a Doze bed, which was designed with college students and recent post-grads in mind, but I was extremely skeptical of the hype surrounding the product.

Fall in Line: Gigi Hadid's Striped Trouser and Leather Loafer Look for Less

Gigi Hadid Look for Less
Ensuring she would stand out, Gigi Hadid displayed bold styling choices both on and off the runways during Paris Fashion Week. In this look the model paired a casual black muscle tank with striped cropped pants, patent leather loafers, round metal-framed sunglasses and a cord lariat necklace. Gigi topped off the look with an off the shoulder, oversized leather jacket with white embroidery. This outfit may be a casual approach to street style, but there is nothing basic about it. I love the edginess of the monochromatic look, androgyny of the loafers and grunge-inspired 90s style through the use of the lariat choker. In this recreation, I've kept all of the attitude and paired the ensemble with a similar piece of outerwear that's extremely affordable and on-trend for the season: a faux-leather bomber jacket. Read on to score this piece available from Mango and a few other must-haves for the season, with each item priced below $67...

Gigi Hadid Look for Less

Gigi Hadid Photo Credit: Ralph, Pacific Coast News

Major Style: Miranda Kerr's Military Jacket and Leather Legging Look for Less

Miranda Kerr Look for Less
This season all eyes are on the statement jacket. Moto jackets, bombers, trench coats and military jackets are turning heads on the street and on the runway. Miranda Kerr jumped on the outerwear trend with her olive military jacket, white tee, high waisted leather leggings, suede block booties, a patent leather handbag and masculine square sunglasses à la Victoria Beckham. This is a great look for a laid-back dinner or drinks with the girls on the weekend. Plus, some of these pieces are closet staples so you may have them already in your closet! Shop my curations below, including a similar style jacket available at ASOS for $73.

Miranda Kerr Look for Less


Miranda Kerr Photo Credit: MHD, Pacific Coast News