Celebrity Copycat: Kim Kardashian’s Look for Less!

Kim Kardashian looking adorable while out shopping  in a printed dress, army green jacket and gladiator sandals.  Get Kim’s look for less!  

Ethnic Print Dress – $15.80 at Forever21.com

Rina Multi Chain necklace – $8.80 at Forever21.com

Madison Sunglasses – $10.90 at Alloy.com

Dallas Military Blazer – $59.50 at Delias.com

Steve Madden ‘BMANDY’ – $49.99 (originally $98) at Stevemadden.com

Wrap Thong Sandal - $10 at Gojane.com

 

Celebrity Copycat: Audrina Patridge’s Look for Less!

Nothing complicated or forced with Audrina’s outfit. Just a pair of skinny jeans with a vibrant colored top and fab heels. Going out for dinner or drinks? Just swap out the jeans for a black skirt and you’re good to go!

Kyla Dress Heels by Michael Antonio – $49.90 at Flyjane.net

Banded Spaghetti Top – $5.80 at Forever21.com

Stud Pocket Skinny Jean – $29.50 at Wetseal.com

Michael Kors Reversible Belt – $19 at Michaelkors.com

Interlocked Bangle Set – $7.80 at Forever21.com

Sunglasses – $5.80 at Forever21.com

Lita Clutch in Fender – $47.99 at Modcloth.com

 

Understated

The following is a guest post by Stylist Manifesto: Sometimes the most appropriate way to go is minimalist. From shoes to accessories, tops to bottoms, there are times when simplicity works best.

Shoes.

These ProKeds are extra fresh while maintaining an exceptionally simple aesthetic - $64 at Zappos.com

Onitsuka tigers are always fashionable, and these are no exception. These particular examples are unique in that there are no bright colors present, just a modern combination of white and gray. Pair these with denim or chinos and a white button-down or a tank underneath a simple track jacket and you’re good to go - $83.95 at Zappos.com

These Supra Thunder’s are super sweet suede high-tops. Nothing more, nothing less. Effortless chic - at Karmaloop.com

Accessories.

This Issey Miyake ‘Twelve’ watch designed for Seiko is minimalist design at it’s best. Each angle of the watch represents the hour. I would definitely recommend wearing this with rolled up sleeves because you’ll want to show this one off – at 2Modern.com

The nooka ZON watch is sleek and unlike many nooka timepieces, has the option of displaying time in a traditional way if you desire. I think the unique design and the way it sits asymmetrically on the wrist makes this watch perfect for the discerning modernist – at Nooka.com

These panasonic headphones are beautifully retro and not too flashy in their design. Sound quality isn’t too bad for the price either. The neutral color looks great regardless of the outfit - $49 at Turntablelab.com

Tops.

Many of us forget about the long-sleeve lightweight tee. This doesn’t have to be just an undershirt. It looks great by itself, especially highlighted with a great accessory (i.e. watch, bracelet, etc.). Some slick linen pants and sandals would also be right at home with this one - $19 at 80sPurple.com

The light-weight hoodie is another essential for the warmer seasons. Most heavier ones are just too hot to wear during the summer, even in the evening. However, the light-weight hoodie is about as heavy as a t-shirt, so overheating (and therefore sweating, eeeewww) isn’t an issue. This example is mad affordable too - Alternative Apparel Unisex Eco Zip Hoodie – $28 at 80sPurple.com

Bottoms.

Khakis aren’t just for the golf course. Especially with all of the variations we have, these summer staples are a beautiful way to maintain a crisp look for the bottom half - Men’s Long Beach pants – $109 at 80spurple.com

Nothing screams summer like linen! These loose-fit examples from 80’s purple go great with those onitsuka’s above, or some nice leather sandals. Pair with said sandals and an a-tee and you’ll be casually chic at the beach or at that pool party - $185 at 80sPurple.com

So remember, it’s not always necessary to rock the bright colors everyone else is. Sometimes minimalism is the most appropriate choice when putting together your ensemble.

Check out more by Stylist at Thestylistmanifesto.com

Independent Fashion Bloggers Links à la Mode: Free Bird

Happiness is being a free bird…
Well, here we are in the midst of summer, this year you can’t click twice without hitting a blog giveaway, as we’ve got great giveaways on Bobbins and Bombshells, Style Symmetry, Fashion Hippo and The Coveted, and if that’s not enough, IFB has a couple of great links to more contests. Whew. And while ‘free’ doesn’t always mean stuff  you don’t have to pay for, it can also mean free as in stuff you can’t pay for, Decline Designs takes inspiration to two free spirited cinematic heroines with vivid imaginations, Brick My Lane will add rock and roll to your dancing feet, and free minded bloggers 39th and Broadway, Curvy Fashionista and Pursed Lips question the fashion industry.  

Links à la Mode : June 11th

• 39th and Broadway – What the end of an era of fashion excess means for the industry
• Bobbins and Bombshells – Celebrating first anniversary with a beauty of a give away! The prize: Pin-Up Cosmetics!
• BRICK MY LANE – How to give shoes a rock’n’roll edge using simple DIY ideas.
• CUTEMESS – How Trevor the horse and an Australian Kangaroo Paw flower came to rest on a Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent dress.
• Debutante Clothing – Interviews celebrity favorite vintage costume maven Carol Tanenbaum
• Decline Designs – Defining Your Personal Style, Part Three: Using Your Inspiration
• Dirty Dirty Laundry – KABLUEY! Check out my venture into the world of blue monochromatic fashion.
• Fashion Grail – Love the way Chloe Sevigny perfectly combines the elegance of a scalloped Chloe blazer and cut off shorts.
• Fashion Hippo – Three lucky readers will receive this tee as a prize. Loved by Kate Moss and many other celebrities. Ends June 18th.
• Hong Kong Fashion Geek – Update your look for less – Resort 2010 looks for recessionistas
• Independent Fashion Bloggers – Giveaway sites for freebie junkies.
• MissRedLips – In Defense of Brooches
• Pursed Lips Magazine – The CFDA Fashion Design Awards Promotes their Photoshoot, with None of the Women Nominees. Is something fishy?
• Retro Chick – Mary Queen of Charity Shops – The Review
• Style on the street – Alison Stephens, the new it model
• Style Symmetry – Vintage Snakeskin Bracelet Giveaway!
• Super Kawaii Mama – Meet Aleshia Brevard. A Vintage Style Icon you’ll never forget!
• The Capitol Fashionista – Fashion Nostalgia: The Beautiful Covers of British Vogue
• THE COVETED – The perfect giveaway for vintage lovers… win at Rice & Beans Vintage.
• The Curvy Fashionista – The State of the Curvy Community Panel Discussion at Full Figure Fashion Week
• the nerdlings – The photo shoot started off well. But words were spoken that shouldn’t have been spoken and everything else just descended into chaos.

Celebrity Copycat: Reader Request For Lauren Conrad

 Lauren looking chic in a leather skirt, sheer blouse and scarf.  I decided to pick some pricier pieces (like the top and the clutch) because they offer mileage.  You can wear the top with just about anything and the clutch is not only perfect year round, but it will give any outfit a pop of color.  Get Lauren’s look for less!

Silence & Noise Moto Skirt – $24.99 (originally $68) at UrbanOutfitters.com
Woven Link Scarf – $24 at JohnstonMurphy.com
Fortune Bracelet Set – $5.80 at Forever21.com
Asymmetric Hem Blouse - $55.80 at Yesstyle.com
Michael Antonio Pump – $39.95 at Endless.com
Rampage Ludlow Clutch – $58 at Amazon.com

 

Links: Found and Loved

Check out what these fabulous fashion bloggers wrote about this week!   

Chain Gang – DIY Project (A(Muse)d by Fashion)

Smitten Saturday (Cafe Fashionista)

The Hits Keep Coming! (Cuz I’m Crazy)

Review: Cutesy Girl (Fashion Fling)

Bulgari’s 125th Anniversary (FashionPulseDaily)

Great Minds Think in White (Holier Than Now)

Reliquiae Beaded Shell Ring (Jewelry Relevations)

Guess The Runway (Life In A Venti Cup)

Review: “Michelle Obama: 100 Days of Style” (Lollie Shopping)

Vintage Levi’s (Love Maegan)

A Weekend Of Swimming and Swooning (Pinkrockcandy)

Bad Judgement Du Jour. Say No to Scrunchies (Second City Style)

Video Review: Betsey Johnson ‘Howie Sandal’ (Shoe Smitten)

Faux Friday – Shoe Trends for Less (The Sole of Shoe La La)

Coming Up Roses – The Perfect Sunny Day Outfit (Some Notes On A Napkins)

Sneak Peek At Jason Wu – 2010 Collection (StylePantry)

Trend Alert! Neon Bright Nights! (The Curvy Fashionista)

Mid-Week Madness – New Sales and Deals (The Sale Rack)

One Pink Cardigan, LaToya’s Look Book’s 4 Looks (thinkthrufashion)

Fashion of The 60’s (Two Thousand Things)

WorkChic Fitting Room Series: Disguise Those Thighs (Workchic)

Found and Loved

Check out what these fabulous fashion bloggers wrote about this week!   

Silky Styles (Boutique Flair)

Blossom Gets a Makeover (What Not To Wear-Style) – (Eye4Style)

Forever21 Pick of the Day: Glam Rock Party Dress, $23 (Fashion Pulse Daily)

Feather or Not (Holier Than Now)

Boudoir Collections (Life In A Venti Cup)

Outfit of the Week (Lollie Shopping)

Beauty Beat.  Fresh Summer Glosses for Beautiful Lips (Second City Style)

Shoe Sales Galore (Shoe Smitten)

Fill Her Up: Bond No.9 Offers Free Fragance Refills (Sicka Than Average)

ONESIEEEEEEEEE (Socialite Anonymous)

More is More (Some Notes On A Napkin)

Where Can I Find Affordable White Summer Dresses? (Style Bakery)

Real Women Tutorial: How to Wear Bright Eyeshadow (The Sassy Peach)

Inspired by…Michelle Obama: One Strand of Pearls, 6 Looks (Think Thru Fashion)