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Style Blogger Look 4 Less – Scarlet :: Red Stripes & Eyelash Sunnies @ Wendy’s Lookbook

by Irina on March 16, 2012

So can we first gush a little about the incredibly talented lady that is Wendy from Wendy’s Lookbook?! Seriously, girl has got mad style & a very refined taste. Her outfits are always so well put together; never bland or boring. Case in point: this lovely striped outfit that instantly caught my eye. So I decided to recreate it on a more budget-friendly level. What do you think? Does it do Wendy’s style justice? I can’t believe she’s been style blogging only a little over a year. Such a pro already! Haven’t heard of Wendy yet? Then hop over to her blog and make sure to subscribe to her just as lovely channel on YouTube (she’s awesome at doing fashion-related videos, too!)

Red Stripes & Eyelash Sunnies @ Wendy's Lookbook

Outfit Pictures via Wendy’s Lookbook

Wendy’s Striped Look 4 Less

Style Blogger Look 4 Less - Scarlet :: Red Stripes & Eyelash Sunnies @ Wendy's Lookbook

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Real vs. Steal – Erdem Margot Lace Dress

by Erica on July 23, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on July 23, 2011. Scroll down to see the new adds.

There is nothing more romantic than lace! Especially red lace to vamp up the sexiness! Alexa Chung looks STUNNING in this Erdem Margot Lace dress and I honestly don’t think anyone can work it the way she did on the NET-A-PORTER spring issue. I also love how Michelle Williams paired the dress with an animal print pump to give some good contrast! Yet, priced at $2615 this might break the bank for some (well, probably most) of us, so below is a good alternative!

Erdem Margot Lace Dress in red

Erdem Margot Lace Dressls
(£1,960, Browns Fashion)

Celebrities Love Erdem

Michelle Williams & Alexa Chung wearing a red Erdem Margot Lace Dress

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Oasis Cap Sleeve Lace Dress

UPDATE (07/23/2011): Just look at this stunningly similar Erdem alternative by Oasis (~$110). Love this dress!

Oasis Fleur Embroidered 60s Dress in red (Erdem Margot knockoff)

Oasis Cap Sleeve Lace Dressls
($109.77, ASOS)

P.S.: Also available at Oasisls (£60).

French Connection “Fast Anna” Lace Dress

UPDATE (07/23/2011): Found another great though not exactly cheap Erdem Margot look-a-like by French Connection (as seen on Rachel Bilson). Available in red or turquoise.

French Connection "Fast Anna" Lace Dress in red (Erdem Margot knockoff)

French Connection “Fast Anna” Lace Dressls
($179.99, French Connection)

Also available at Zapposcj, Bloomingdale’sls & House of Frasercj.

Dorothy Perkins Red Lace Babydoll Dress

UPDATE (05/10/2011): Just came across another pretty Erdem alternative for a fraction of the price by Dorothy Perkins. Yay!

Dorothy Perkins Red Lace Babydoll Dress (Erdem Margot knockoff)

Dorothy Perkins Red Lace Babydoll Dress
(£42, Dorothy Perkins)

Topshop Red 3/4 Sleeve Lace Dress

Topshop always has great dresses and I especially love this 3/4 length sleeve lace dress! Loving the price as well! Only $96! The lace isn’t as pretty as the Erdem dress, but I think it’s still a great look. I hope you will enjoy!

Topshop Red 3/4 Sleeve Lace Dress (Erdem Margot knockoff)

Topshop Red 3/4 Sleeve Lace Dressls
($96, Topshop)

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Real vs. Steal – French Connection Fast Bonny Cotton Dress

by Vahni on September 13, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 13, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

How yummy—and flattering—are these color-saturated frocks by French Connection? No wonder why the Fast Bonny Cotton Dress took the fast-track to celebrity favorite. It’s sassy, sexy, and so easy-to-wear.

French Connection Fast Bonny Cotton Dresses in purple, teal & blue

French Connection Fast Bonny Cotton Dresscj
($107 – $131.03, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at French Connectionls & Bloomingdale’sls.

Celebrities Love French Connection

Eva Amurri and Kayla Ewell wearing a one shoulder French Connection Fast Bonny Cotton Dress

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Charlotte Russe Single Shoulder Satin Dress

UPDATE (09/13/2010): Woot woot! Another fabulous French Connection steal alternative coming from Charlotte Russe.

Charlotte Russe Single Shoulder Satin Dress in blue (French Connection Fast Bonny knockoff)

Charlotte Russe Single Shoulder Satin Dresscj
($36.50, Charlotte Russe)

LuLu*s On Broadway Dress

Although the French Connection Fast Bonny dress is a relative bargain at under $150, there is still a deal to be had. Check out LuLu*s On Broadway Dress, which is virtually a dead-ringer with its banded waist and bow-topped one-shoulder bodice—but only $48! Oh yes, we’re good. We’re very good.

LuLu*s On Broadway Dresses in coral, pink & grey (French Connection Fast Bonny knockoff)

LuLu*s On Broadway Dress
($48, LuLu*s)

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Real vs. Steal – Balmain Paillette Mini Dress

by Irina on September 8, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 08, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

I know Balmain is supposed to be a super exclusive, high-end, ultra-luxe fashion label and even though I am used to see outraging prices for the most basic clothing I’m still apalled whenever I see the price tag of anything Balmain. I mean, come on, $13.000 for a sequin mini dress? Are you serious? As much as I adore Balmain and all of Christophe’s wonderful work for the French fashion house, there’s no way I would EVER buy it even if I had a few thousands to spare.

Balmain Fall 2009 Sequin Paillette Mini Dress in black

Balmain Paillette Mini Dress
($13.395, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Balmain

Blake Lively and Daria Werbowy wearing a black sequin Balmain Paillette Mini Dress

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French Connection Sequin Wrap Front Dress

UPDATE (09/08/2010): This Balmain knockoff by French Connection is certainly not a steal, but considering the original retails for 13k, $269.60 doesn’t seem that expensive in comparison, right? Available in black or navy.

French Connection Sequin Wrap Front Dress in navy (Balmain knockoff)

French Connection Sequin Wrap Front Dressls
($269.60, ASOS)

P.S.: Also available in black or navy at French Connection UKls or French Connection USAls.

Lipsy Jewel Shoulder Pad Sequin Dress

Luckily, you don’t need to sell your soul in order to achieve the same glam sexy vixen look à la Balmain. Lipsy has come up with a great and 100x more affordable alternative. I wish they wouldn’t have dampened all the outstanding features that made this sequin LBD stand out (e.g. shoulder pads, plunge neck and length of the dress), but all in all it’s still a super sexy dress which goes to show that you don’t need to spend a fortune to look like a million dollars.

Lipsy Jewel Shoulder Pad Sequin Dress in black (Balmain knockoff)

Lipsy Jewel Shoulder Pad Sequin Dressls
($118.98, ASOS)

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Celebrity Look 4 Less – Olivia Palermo’s Floaty Top & Shorts Look

by Vanessa on July 5, 2010

I’m often asked what celebrity’s style is most like mine. It’s difficult to answer because I pride myself on having my own unique style, but over time I spent a lot of time thinking about it (probably too much to admit) and always give the same answer: Olivia Palermo meets Vanessa Hudgens. So, when I saw this photo of Olivia looking garden party chic at a recent event I laughed. Why? Because her exact shoes are a purchase I made a few weeks ago. I guess 1/2 of my style response has been pretty on target – next time we see a photo of Vanessa Hudgens, I’ll test out the other half. Until then, I’m happy to see that Olivia’s feminine and sophisticated ensemble is easily attainable.

Olivia Palermo in Aldo Shoes

Our Rating: ★★★★☆

Who?Olivia Palermo
Where?2010 Institute for Civic Leadership Spring Benefit, New York
When?June 15, 2010
What?FFF

Olivia Palermo’s Floaty Top & Shorts Look 4 Less

Olivia Palermo's Floaty Top & Shorts Look 4 Less

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