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The Look for Less - Sporty Sandals for Spring and Summer

Please note that this post contains affiliate links and I may be compensated if purchases are made by clicking links.  Last spring I dipped my toes into the sporty sandals trend with some Prada-inspired DIY jeweled Teva sandals and some gold Aldo sandals.  After months of wearing boots and sneakers, spring has arrived, and I'm more than ready for sandal season. This year, I'm

The Look for Less - Chloé Knee High Gladiator Sandals

This spring, I've embraced a new kind of shoe - the tall lace-up gladiator sandals that Clare Waight Keller sent down the spring 2015 runways at Chloé. They come in flat, wedge, or even ankle length versions, but my favorite is the knee-high style. They are glamorous, grown-up, and ideal for the winter-to-spring transition, when boots get tucked away and sandals come out to play. For maximum

The Look for Less - Chloé Suzanna Boots

The Chloé Suzanna (a.k.a. Susanna) boots have been around for several years and although they cost a small fortune, they're street style favorites. What's not to love about the triple buckle design, walkable heel, and gorgeous micro studs? They channel a nonchalant rock 'n' roll vibe and instantly elevate any outfit. I love them because they're versatile enough to wear with all kinds of denim,

The Look for Less - Stella McCartney Britt and Elyse Platform Oxfords

Stella McCartney's Elyse platform oxfords didn't immediately strike my fancy this fall, but the more I see them on bloggers and celebrities (including the designer herself), the more they're growing on me. I'd definitely describe them as shoes that your boyfriend or husband is highly unlikely to love. On the bright side, they offer a boost of height without the pain of heels. So what's the

The Look for Less - Cookie Lyon on Empire

It's Wednesday, and that means I'm looking forward to watching Empire tonight. From the moment Cookie Lyon (played by Taraji P. Henson) appeared on screen in Fox's hit drama about a music mogul's family, I knew Cookie would be a TV style icon. Sure, Empire is brimming with drama and betrayal, and the music is amazing, but sometimes I get fixated on Cookie's ostentatious style. It's hard not to.