Celebrity Copycat Deluxe: Rachel Bilson

Rachel Bilson’s outfit just exudes fun!  Better yet, each piece can be utilized in completely different styles and looks. The cardigan can be worn with slacks, skirts or even shorts for a more casual preppy look.  For a more sassy vibe, pair the gray boots with a pencil skirt.  And what better way to add a pop of color to an outfit than a green bag!  I’m really big on making the most of every piece in my closet, and this look is sooo interchangeable I had to include it.  Get Bilson’s quirky look for less.

 

Boyfriend cardigan - $22.50 (was $29.50) at Alloy.com

Yukon skinny jean - $32.99 at Charlotterusse.com

Madden girl buckle boot - $49.89 at Endless.com

Hanes Classic V-Neck - $11.20 at Kohls.com

Matching Band Fedora - $12.50 at Wetseal.com

Swan Lake Sunglasses - $11 at Fredflare.com

Green Jessica Simpson Hobo - $98 at Victoriasecret.com

Ethnic Mosiac Top – $22.99 at Charlotterusse.com

Elastic Waist Pencil Skirt – $38 at Ardenb.com

Labuff Ballerina Flats – $55 at Aldoshoes.com

Ada Flare Trouser – $22.80 at Forever21.com

Celebrity Copycat: Nicole Richie (Part Deux)

I know I just did a post on the achingly cute Ms. Richie, but I can’t help it because I love her style.  Her bohemian vibe is to die for! When I found this pic of Nicole the first thing that grabbed my attention were those big funky red glasses! Not everyone can pull off those suckers and look amazing and that’s what I like about her. She wear things that most of us can only dream of pulling off and she does it well.
Get the look………..

Dominique’s Sunglasses – $9.00 at Lulus

Felt Fedora – $16.80 at Forever21

Women’s Pique Wool-Blend Coats – $79.50 at Oldnavy

Secret Paisley Scarf – $9.80 at Forever21

Frame Bag – $69 at Spiegel

Celebrity Copycat: Shenae Grimes

Shenae Grimes: the 90210 star out and about in her hometown of Toronto sporting the layered look with a boyfriend cardigan, chic black trench, knit beanie and trendy eternity scarf.  Get the look….check it out!

Valerie Boyfriend Cardigan – $19.80
Urban Outfitters Slouchy Ribbed Beanie Hat – $28

Forever21 Fab Curdoroy Skinny Pant – $12.50
City Style Stand-Up Collar Coat -$59.95 at NY and Company

Modena Tote – $28.80

Knit Neck Warmer -  $28

Wear The Hat (don’t let ‘em wear you!)

One of the reasons I love winter is because of the enormous selection of accessories to keep warm. Unfortunately, I live in a state where it barely goes under 50 degrees and it’s nearly impossible to enjoy scarf’s, gloves or even a coat.  So every winter I’m left craving something cozy to throw on with flip flops or shorts and came to realize that hats always do the trick.  The great thing about hats is that they don’t have to necessarily be worn to keep warm.  Besides the obvious (keeping the sun out of your eyes and hiding a bad hair day) hats  also give your outfit an entire new personality.  Whenever I wear a hat I instantly feel a little classier!  The secret to wearing a hat is that you have to own it!  Don’t let the hat wear you!  Pick a hat you instantly feel a connection with.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when shopping for one
I’ve always found hats to look better when my hair is down and over my ears.  I’m sure there are people who can wear a hat with a pony tail, but I’m pretty sure that the majority of us would be better off with our hair loose.  It’s more laid back and extremely forgiving.

If you try on a hat and it seems off a bit, try wearing it on a angle. I know it sounds a little silly but trust me you are better off wearing a hat that looks unintentionally lopsided than wearing one that looks like you’re trying to balance a stack of books on your head.

Stick to neutral colors like gray, tan and black.  It gives you more options.
Skip the beret! It’s not that I don’t like them.  I just find that they’re the type of hats that will wear you.   The only people that I’ve noticed who can pull off a beret  are Johnny Depp and Kate Moss; but that’s because they make anything seem cool!

Here are some fun and as always affordable hats to try!

Sassy – Peacock Fedora

Retro -  Vero Wool Cloche

Boho – 79th St Hat

Mooiee Knit Beanie

Fun Accessories For Fall

1. Add some Hollywood glamour this Fall with these beautiful feathered headbands.

2. Slouchy cabbie in a super soft knit.

3. 100 good wishes gold dipped necklace.

4. Botkier For Target Hobo Bag.

5. Song Bracelet

6. Nico Ring

7. The Infinity Scarf (my favorite) – forget about wrapping your scarf just right.

10 Fabulous Fall Finds For Under $40

1. Madison button ankle boot – $34.99 available at Payless

2. Check capped sleeve jacket – US/EUR 40.00 available at Top Shop

3. Plaid Fedora – $40.00 available at Urban Outfitters

4. ‘Kalani’ Lightweight stretch denim trousers – $16.99 available at Nordstrom

5. Denim pencil skirts – $29.50 available at Old Navy

6. Bell procession necklace – $19.95 available at Free People

7. Striped open front cardigan – $24.80 available at Forever 21

8. Vintage Brown work tote (Bitten by SJP) – $8.98 available at Steve & Barry’s

9. Ruffle front shirt in stripe – $38 available at Victoria’s Secret

10. ‘Veronica’ vest – $24.50 available at Delia’s