The Look for Less

I don't know about you, but I have a hard time spending a small fortune on an outfit.  However, when I'm out shopping or just browsing the internet, I've noticed that I have developed somewhat expensive taste.   My love for high end items, combined with a small clothing budget, has given me quite the dilemma.  So...I decided to start finding outfits that are out of my price range and attempt to find similar items that are more within reach.  I figure these "Looks for Less" might be helpful for those of you who, like myself, seem to have caviar taste on a tuna fish budget!

First up is this chambray and leather combo, put together by the incredibly stylish Wendy from Wendy's Lookbook.  While I love this look, the price tag kind of blows my mind.  I'm not saying that if I was wealthy I wouldn't indulge in these fantastic pieces (especially that gorgeous 3.1 Phillip Lim bag), but right now that is simply not an option.

Here's a break down of Wendy's outfit-

Burberry Leather Jacket: $2595 (original price)

Piper Gore Chambray Dress: $145

3.1 Phillip Lim Medium Pashli Satchel: $995

Gianvito Rossi Suede Ankle Boots: $850

Stella and Dot Pegasus Necklace: $198

Total= $4,783

Now here are my less expensive picks to recreate this great look-

Topshop Biker Jacket: $104

Target Chambray Dress: $24

Emperia Faux Leather Tote: $48

Nine West Ankle Boots: $139

Bauble Bar Gold Bib Necklace: $38

Total= $353

Looking forward to Fall...

Skirt: Ellen Tracy (similar), Tee: DownEast Basics, Polka Dot Tights: Nordstrom (similar), Shoes: c/o Dansko, bracelet: Kohls

I've really been enjoying this beautiful summer weather, but there's a part of me that can't wait for the cool Autumn air.  Tights are one of my favorite ways to add an extra layer, because they come in so many patterns and colors.  When my new patent leather Mary Janes arrived from Dansko, I just knew they had to be worn with a pair of fun tights!  These cute, shiny shoes look perfect with my flight attendant uniform, so I know I will be getting a ton of wear out of them.  I've already worn them for a three day work trip.  It took a few days to break them in, but now I love them!

Dansko shoes are really great quality.  I've had several pairs over the years and they always last a very long time.  I highly recommend this brand if you are on your feet a lot, because good shoes make a HUGE difference.

In other news: yesterday was my 8 year wedding anniversary!  Emery and I went floating on inner tubes down the Provo River and it was seriously one of my favorite dates ever.  I'm so grateful to have a wonderful, hard-working husband, who is my best friend and the most amazing Dad to our kids.  Here's to many, many more anniversaries to come...like, infinity of them.

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Linking to: Real Girl Style, Style Sessions, WIWW