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Steal the Real – Steve Madden Intyce Boot

theLooksForLess — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:57:20 +0000

I have to give a super huge thank you to our reader Kayla. She stumbled across a Steve Madden “Intyce” steal the real at Wet Seal and emailed us to share “the looks for less” love. I’ve been looking for a boot that can transition from summer to fall and I think this is just the one for me. The wedge is perfect to give this boot just a bit of height.

The Real, Intyce by Steve Madden, may be found at SteveMadden.com for $129.50. The Steal, also available in black, may be found at Wet Seal for exactly $100 less than the Real.

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Steal the Real – Christian Louboutin Leopard Booties

theLooksForLess — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:29:51 +0000

What’s hot right now? Leopard, platform, and booties. Lovin this Christian Louboutin ankle boot that combines all of these trends into one shoe so well. These heels are so poplular amongst trend setting celebs such as Ciara, Leighton Meester, Cheryl Cole, and Whitney Port.

The Real may be found at Saks Fifth Avenue for $1,095! The Steal may be found at AmiClubWear.com for only $22.99, for a difference of $1,072 from the Real.

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Reader Look For Less – Eboni

theLooksForLess — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 03:03:38 +0000

The Breakdown

I love this look!!! It is a “Reader Look for Less” and a “Steal the Real” all in one! I am so in love with all things 3.1 Phillip Lim and thanks so much to Eboni of The Fashionista Next Door for finding a skirt that looks so close to the designer’s gorgeous Hairpin Lace Skirt. Is there any difference between the steal and the real? Not that I can see! What I love so much about Eboni’s outfit is the belt over the top look that is so hot right now. She is workin it out in this outfit!

About her style, Eboni wrote, “I have a pretty eclectic style. I love trying new things, and I let my mood dictate my style… for the day! I’m a fashionista on a budget and I’m always looking for a great deal. I fell head over heels in love with the 3.1 Phillip Lim Embroidered Hairpin Lace Skirt from the 2010 Resort collection, but at $450, it was completely out of the question. Leave it to Forever 21 to make my embroidered lace skirt dreams come true! My skirt was on $22.80!!! Woohoo!” Whoohoo is right! Thanks so much for sharing Eboni!

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Trend Alert – Bright Bohemian Patchwork Bags

theLooksForLess — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 17:50:45 +0000

This trend alert goes out to our Twitter bud @Dorie87! She tweeted us, “@TheLooksForLess can you tell me where i can get this purse or something similar? nicole richie http://preview.tinyurl.com/2e4q7lw“. Dorie, we’ve got your bag, I mean back, on this one :).

In the spirit of music festivals that have gone on non-stop all spring and summer, a trend that is catching like wildfire is the beautiful bright bohemian handbags. The common theme amongst all of these bags is the patchwork fabrics and the fully saturated hues of reds, blues, and greens with occasional hints of yellow. These handbags vary slightly in style – some are tiered messenger style bags, while others are very large and covered in fringe. Each tote brings a little peace and love into our hearts.

These bright bohemian patchwork bags are popular amongst celebrities at the forefront of the hippie-chic movement including Nicole Richie, Kate Hudson, and Sienna Miller. Other celebs that love these bags are part-time hippies, yet full time trend setters, such as Miley Cyrus and Rachel Bilson. Of course, they all carry the high end totes such as the Halston Heritage Slouchy Canvas Sac Bag and the Simone Camille Carryall embroidered cotton bag, by Designer Simone Harouche, found at Net-A-Porter.com for $1,860!!! All of the Steals above are under $35!

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Steal the Real – Anthropologie Aniseed Skirt

theLooksForLess — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 01:55:36 +0000

Love and want this skirt!!! The Real is the Anthropologie Aniseed Skirt and retails for $128. The Steal is the Cricket Match Skirt from ModCloth.com and comes with a price tag of only $41.99, for a difference of $86 from the Real. This skirt sold out at ModCloth recently and is back by popular demand.

From ModCloth.com, “If you’re hoping to earn some serious points for sophisticated style, direct your utmost concentration to this darling, black- and white-striped skirt! This sassy skirt features an adorable bubble hem, a smooth full lining, and a wide waistband panel with a discreet back zip for a flawless fit. Pleats along the waist and voluminous fabric at the front ensure your alluring silhouette will be a crowd-pleaser! Pair this cotton number with savvy sneakers, a cute tee, silver accessories, and square sunnies for a sporty, chic look that’s traditionally terrific!”

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Steal the Real – Rosark House Cross Necklace

theLooksForLess — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 00:34:04 +0000

Sideways Cross Necklace Courtesy: Classic Designs – www.classicdesigns.etsy.com

I am so in love with this gold sideways cross necklace!!! LOVE!!! Theresa, of Classic Designs at Etsy – www.classicdesigns.etsy.com, designed it with the Rosark House Cross necklace in mind and she nailed it! You can see the Real on Taylor Jacobson of the Rachel Zoe Project, Kelly Ripa, Lindsay Lohan, and Jessica Biel and comes with a price tag of $695 in yellow gold! The Steal is actually 14K solid gold as well, and retails for only $41.00, for a difference of $654 from the Real!

If the link to this sideways cross necklace is sold out, check Theresa’s other listings, as she always has more in the works. This cross is also available in oxidized sterling silver, shiny sterling silver, a larger gold filled cross, hammered, bracelets, anklets, and men’s versions. If you pick up one of these amazing necklaces, or any of her other pieces, please mention that you saw it on thelooksforless.com so that Theresa will bring us more goodies in the future, such as reviews and contests! :)

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Steal the Real – Marc Jacobs Stam Satchel

theLooksForLess — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:58:30 +0000

For the last day of our weeklong HandbagHeaven.com Steal the Real series, I decided to bring back a couple of oldie but goodie (as they are still hot sellers) posts. The first is the Marc Jacobs Stam Satchel, found at Nordstrom for $1,350, and I cannot tell the difference between the Steal and the Real! I love this deviation from the oh-so-popular Chanel quilted handbags. The Steal is found at Handbag Heaven for only $54.95, for a difference of $1,295 from the original. Check out my video review here!!!

In case you missed it, I’ve blogged about Handbag Heaven recently in my Accordion Pleated Satchel review. By now a fashion classic, their Sami Quilted Handbag takes you perfectly from season to season. The soft leatherette is quilted and accented with brass hardware and a solid brass chain shoulder strap. The chain can be attached when you need to have your hands free, or stored inside the bag when you prefer the look of a satchel.

The top of the bag is structured with a frame and clasp closure and gives the appearance of a doctor’s bag when opened. The inside is lined with jet black fabric and includes one zippered pocket and two open top pockets for storing smaller items. Also available in purple, red, pewter, and brown.

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Steal the Real – Fendi Spy Bag

theLooksForLess — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:41:11 +0000

This bag is unreal. I need it in my life!!! Unfortunately, I could never imagine paying a few mortgages for the original so thank HandbagHeaven.com for the look for less. The Fendi Spy bag, as worn by Ashlee Simpson, Kim Kardashian, Kelly Osbourne, Jessica Simpson, Gwen Stefani, and Hillary Duff (the list truly goes on, but I’ll spare you), retails at Saks Fifth Avenue for $2250!!! The Steal is Classic Secret Agent Bag and has a price tag of only $49.95, for a difference of $2,200 from the Real.

Handbag Heaven’s Classic Secret Agent Bag comes in four beautiful colors and is perfect for the girl on the go! There are two top secret pockets located on the front flap that are great for smaller items that you want to remain safe and secure. The super soft leatherette is available in the hottest colors and accented with smooth chocolate brown or black woven leatherette on the handles and front flap.

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Steal the Real – Balenciaga Giant City Tote

theLooksForLess — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:55:19 +0000

Welcome to day 4 of 5 in our weeklong HandbagHeaven.com Steal the Real series. So in yesterday’s post, I pointed out that almost every celebrity has been spotted carrying the Hermes Birkin Bag. In this Steal the Real, I’m pretty sure ALL celebs carry the Balenciaga Giant City tote including Vanessa Hudgens (on several occasions), Nicole Richie, Kourtney and Kim Kardashian, Ashley Tisdale, Amanda Bynes, Lauren Conrad, Stephanie Pratt, Dakota Fanning, Mary-Kate Olsen, Christina Aguilera, Fergie and many many more! This handbag comes in a variety of colors for both the material and hardware.

I honestly can’t find a difference at all between the Steal and the Real, with the exception of a drastic difference in price! The Real is from Barneys New York and has a price tag of $1,795. The Steal is the Broad Ripple Satchel and retails for only $53.95, for a difference of $1,741 from the Real. This satchel has gold hardware and is available in pewter, black, navy, brown, or white. If you prefer silver hardware, check out the Perforated Broad Ripple Satchel for $49.95, available in pewter, black, or blue. You have to view the side profile on these handbags – the shape and size of the hardware is unreal!

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Steal the Real – Hermes Birkin Bag

theLooksForLess — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:12:06 +0000

Welcome to day 3 in our weeklong HandbagHeaven.com Steal the Real series. It seems as though the style of handbags is moving from the hobo – with a pile of pockets, buckles, and snaps, to a more simple and structured style, as evidenced by the Hermes Birkin. This is another one of those, the list of celebrities that “don’t” have this bag would be a lot shorter than the list of celebrities that “do” have this bag. Celebs that love this bag include Rachel Zoe, Olivia Palermo, Hillary Duff, Ashley Olsen, Victoria Beckham, Kim Kardashian, Janet Jackson, and the list literally goes on and on and on.

The Hermes Birkin comes in a variety of colors and materials and range anywhere from $7,000 – $10,000! Can you believe that? You can get the same look at HandbagHeaven.com, also available in brown, for only $56.95, for a difference of $6,943 – $9,943 from the Real!

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