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Runway to Real Way – Alexander Wang S/S 2010

Vanessa — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:00:39 +0000

Runways are styled for pictures, people are styled for living. So, understandably, it sometimes takes a little tweaking to get one to live in the other’s world. This is a perfect example. Alexander Wang has proven that a little leopard goes with everything, but in our case the shorter and more structured jacket will create a look worthy of a few thumbed up Facebook photos.

Go Shopping:

SHOES: Promiscuous Trecey Leopard Booties, $67
TOP: Topshop Caged Corset Top, $65
JACKET: Topshop Cotton Jersey Bomber Jacket, $100
PANTS: Topshop Cross Front Extreme Hareems, $80

Obsession of the Day – BB Dakota Fall 2010 Collection

Irina — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 21:00:17 +0000

I know we’re in the middle of summer with most of us dressing in airy summer dresses, tank tops, denim cut-offs & flip flops. Or bikinis. So it naturally takes a lot to make me crave anything that’s non-sleeveless. But as soon as I laid my eyes on these items from BB Dakota‘s upcoming fall collection I was madly in love. Not only because these are all absolutely stylish pieces, but also because almost all of them are under $100 except for the leather jacket which is admittedly a little steep at $300. I’m not ready to part with my sundresses just yet, but I know I’ll be just as happy when fall rolls around.

Go Shopping:

JACKET: BB Dakota Hinsdale Jacket, $90
LEATHER JACKET: BB Dakota Manderson Leather Jacket, $300
BLAZER: BB Dakota Douglas Blazer, $95
GILET: BB Dakota Ashland Faux Fur Vest, $90

Celebrity Look 4 Less – Kim Kardashian is Lacy in Preen

Vahni — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:00:17 +0000

Alright, listen up all you Kim Kardashian haters who blasted her in one of my previous posts: if you don’t like her here, just click away! If you’re still reading, then I’m going to consider you Team Kim. And I don’t care what anyone says, Kim’s bod is sick and she is totally gorgeous. So what if she likes tight. Now’s the time, not when she’s 80. So I say Kim in lacy Preen, with bright pink nails and Veronica Lake hair? Yeah, baby!

Our Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

Who?	Kim Kardashian
Where?	Beach Bunny Swimwear Front Row, Miami
When?	July 16, 2010
What?	Preen Fallen Dress, Christian Louboutin Alti Pumps

Kim Kardashian’s Lacy Dress Look 4 Less

Go Shopping:

DRESS: ASOS Lace Overlay Lingerie Dress, $20.21
BRACELET: ALDO PORTUONDO Rhinestone Bracelet, $13.98
NAIL POLISH: dELiA*s Nail Polish in Neon Pink, $4.50
EARRINGS: Target Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia Stud Earrings, $29.99
SHOES: Bumper Ryan-01 Platform Pumps, $34.99

Real vs. Steal – Bill Blass Flamenco Backless Blouse

Irina — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:30:20 +0000

I remember falling in love with this Bill Blass ruffle blouse sometime last year. The soft silk, the flattering color and the perfectly shaped ruffles were simply to die for! Most things on my wish list are either shoes or dresses, but this blouse made me swoon and shooted straight up on no. 1. However, I quickly learned that everything comes at a price… and this one was as high as $1.990.

Bill Blass Flamenco Backless Blouse
($1.990, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Bill Blass

Leighton Meester wore the Bill Blass blouse (though I think hers was a modified version because it had more and smaller ruffles) in an episode of Gossip Girl while Rihanna wore it on the InStyle cover of the August 2008 issue.

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Blaque Label “Kali” Open Back Top

UPDATE (07/25/2010): Here’s another Bill Blass knockoff by Blaque Label.

Blaque Label “Kali” Open Back Top
($55, Chickdowntown)

P.S.: Also available at Karmaloop.

Bebe Ruffle & Rosette Bloom Halter Top

I think it’s beyond debate that Bebe’s interpretation of the Bill Blass blouse doesn’t even come close to the superb quality of the original, but if you are all about frills and ruffles this ruffled top might fit your bill as the overall look resembles the Bill Blass original. Also available in black, white and tea rose.

Bebe Ruffle & Rosette Bloom Halter Top
($79, Bebe)

Real vs. Steal – Funktional Cage Dress

Irina — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:00:54 +0000

Ever since Rihanna wore this caged mini dress by Funktional it quickly became a topseller and soon sold out everywhere because the dress wasn’t only stylish, but also quite a steal at $85! If you’re desperately trying to get your hands on the original, you may still order it at StyleQ, BUT (and there’s always a but…) the dress won’t ship before July 15th, 2010. Can’t wait that long? Read on then…

HOT DEAL: Use coupon code “AFFILIATE” to receive 10% OFF your entire order!

Funktional Cage Dress
($85, StyleQ)

Rihanna Loves Funktional

Blaque Label “Marty” Dress

UPDATE (07/25/2010): Check out this cage dress look-a-like by Blaque Label which is actually more expensive than the original.

Blaque Label “Marty” Dress
($97, Karmaloop)

Rare Cage Shoulder Dress

UPDATE (06/12/2010): Here’s another almost identical knockoff Funktional cage dress look-a-like by Rare.

Rare Cage Shoulder Dress
($37.20, ASOS)

ASOS Cage Shoulder Zip Back Top

ASOS knows you love Rihanna’s style and/or the caged look, so they went on to create their own caged dress whereas they shortened their version and simply made a top out of it. It’s not that much cheaper than the original, but since that one wasn’t overly pricey in the first place I still think we have a bargain buy here.

ASOS Cage Shoulder Zip Back Top
($59.18, ASOS)

Runway to Real Way – Chanel Spring 2010

Vanessa — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:00:16 +0000

Chanel‘s Spring 2010 collection – it makes me want to yodel. I’m pretty sure that wasn’t the reaction they were looking for, but really they’re only 2 braids short of Heidi and I don’t mean Montag. Though this look might not be for everyone, I do know many who are head over heels for clogs, so if you want to go authentic with them – here’s your inspiration updated with some feminine florals.

Go Shopping:

DRESS: Nick and Mo Joan Woodward Dress, $73
SHOES: N.Y.L.A. “Lewis” Studded Clogs, $119.95
HEADBAND: Torrid Ivory Fabric Layered Flower Headband, $8.98
TIGHTS: Emilio Cavallini Lace Print Back Seam Tight, $31.84

In Ashley Greene’s Closet – D&G Strapless Silk-Satin Dress

Vahni — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:00:09 +0000

I’m not sure what I like best about Ashley Greene in this golden yellow D&G Strapless Silk-Satin Dress. The hot bod? The legs? The shiny hair? The heels? A combination of pattern and color that almost feels like leopard print? OK, this is futile. Let’s just tick all of the above and consider it done. Some people have a hard time wearing yellow. Ashley is apparently not one of them.

Our Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Who?	Ashley Greene
Where?	NYLON & YouTube Young Hollywood Party in Hollywood, California
When?	May 12, 2010
What?	D&G Strapless Silk-Satin Dress

D&G Strapless Silk-Satin Dress

D&G Strapless Silk-Satin Dress
($2.795, NET-A-PORTER)

Celebrity Look 4 Less – Blake Lively’s Casual Summer Look

Irina — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 11:00:16 +0000

A few days ago actress Blake Lively has been spotted running errands on the Gossip Girl set in what I would describe as a perfect casual summer ensemble. The blonde beauty paired a blue button down shirt over an off-white tank top which she wore with navy shorts and a tan skinny belt. Her look was finished with lustworthy chocolate brown Louboutin espadrille wedges and a tan bowler bag. Absolutely adorable! See our approach to Blake’s outfit with budget-friendly picks from Old Navy and Steve Madden below and let us know what you think of our Look 4 Less.

Our Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Who?	Blake Lively
Where?	“Gossip Girl” set, New York
When?	July 15, 2010
What?	Christian Louboutin Praia Espadrille Wedges

Go Shopping (Total: $179.93):

TOP: Old Navy Lightweight Henley Tank, $3.47
SHIRT: INC International Concepts Shirt, Torbay Button Down, $39.98
BELT: ASOS Square Buckle Skinny Boyfriend Belt, $13.48
SHORTS: Aqua Twill Pleated Shorts, $20.30
SHOES: Steven by Steve Madden “Caylynn” Espadrilles, $49
BAG: Steve Madden “BBold” Satchel, $74

Real vs. Steal – Max Azria Ruffle-Silk Mini Dress

Celine — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:30:29 +0000

A couple of months back we did a post on Camilla Belle’s gorgeous Max Azria Silk mini dress, but at the time we didn’t have a steal version for you lovely folks. I gushed over the color and the shape, the ruffle, the slit, and how perfect it all was for summer. One thing not so worship-worthy was and is the price. Also unfortunate is the fact that the dress is sold out. No wonder, really, considering how, well belle Miss Belle looks wearing it.

Max Azria Ruffle-Silk Mini Dress
($500, SOLD OUT)

Camilla Belle Loves Max Azria

LuLu*s Miss Mitzy Mint Dress

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Leave it to LuLu*s to feature a stellar knockoff of our Max Azria frock. They have the best mix of brightly colored, fun, summer dresses, don’t you think? Sure, their “Miss Mitzy Mint” dress is more of a turquoise than a green, but I think this bluer color is probably more universally flattering than the sea green of the original. This is the perfect dress to take you from the heat of a summer day to the very different heat of a summer night. Only $39 and don’t forget to use our exclusive promo code above to score yourself another 15% OFF.

LuLu*s Miss Mitzy Mint Dress
($39, LuLu*s)

Budget Look – Summery in Green & Yellow

Irina — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:00:05 +0000

Budget Look is a new feature I’m introducing to InTheirCloset.com – it will be a regular feature where we put together whole outfits with affordable items trying to keep the total of the look under $200. The first budget look is revolved around a beautiful celery green summer dress I found on LuLu*s yesterday. It’s a color we don’t see often: a pastel light green with yellow undertones. While thinking about which color would compliment it yellow naturally popped up in my mind. Too bad yellow doesn’t get much recognition, it’s such an underestimated color. I guess people shy away from it because it stands out so much, but isn’t there a more perfect time to wear it than summer? The whole look comes in at a reasonable $161.99. Not too bad, right?

Go Shopping:

DRESS: LuLu*s Weekend in Ensenada Dress, $39
BRACELETS: SO Silver-Tone Beaded Flex & Bangle Bracelet Set, $12
BAG: Magid Metalic Paper Chain Tote, $66
SUNGLASSES: A.J. Morgan Circles Round Sunglasses, $25
SHOES: Michael Antonio “Harriet” Wedges, $19.99