Cheap & Chic

Finally, it’s time for your toes to come out and play! Sandals are the must- have footwear for spring, but you don’t have to shell out major cash to look super cute.
Check out our fave pairs and treat yourself to a pedi for spring-tastic style.
A bright sandal is a great way to add a pop of color to any outfit. These are especially cute with dark jeans, a white tank and gold bangles.
These flirty pink flip flops are ready for spring break. Wear with your fave bikini at the pool or capris and a girly tee at the park.
Make the perfect transition from day to night with metallic sandals. Cute flower details make these shoes great for cruising the mall with the girls and date nights with your BF.
Casual, chic and comfy? These sandals are almost too good to be true. Wear with a flowy sundress or Bohemian skirt for an easy, breezy spring babe style.
Pair these glitzy sandals with skinny jeans, a funky print tank and oversized shades for an ultra-glam celeb look.
With spring finally here, there’s no such thing as owning too many flip flops. Grab this funky pair with a peacock pattern and metallic straps to put even more pep in your step.
Hardware accents in fun colors takes your outfit to new heights! Add a basic white tee, acid wash jeans and an equally bright clutch to zip up your look!
By: L'oreal Thompson and Melissa Harans
BY JIAE K. ON 3/17/2010 7:00:00 AM 101 COMMENTS
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With spring right around the corner, it’s time to restock that closet with the season’s latest trends. Addicted to luxe labels, but don’t have big bucks to spend?
No worries, fashionista! Lucky for you, big-name designers cooked up big-time trends for departments stores. Slash a few zeros off that price tag and STILL look stylin’.
Here’s three looks for less.
Modern Romantic
Vera Wang is known for her classic cuts and jaw-dropping gowns. But for her Simply Vera line, it’s all about giving that girlie look simplicity and style. Welcome spring in this sunny trench and adorable kicks for a look that’s both pretty and practical.
Artsy Shapes And Designs
Jean Paul Gaultier takes a funky French perspective on his muse—the American woman. Hot shapes and bold prints are what spring’s all about, and Gaultier gets ya looking like a runway model…for just a li’l bit of moolah.
Tough-Girl Rockstar
Who would have expected to see Miley, Max Azria and Walmart in the same sentence? The high-fashion genius paired up with the trendy teen to produce styles that have personality AND are totally wearable. The best part? The super-low prices, of course!
-Kristen Yeung
BY CAITLIN R. ON 3/14/2010 7:00:00 AM 130 COMMENTS
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Not headin’ out of town for spring break? We hear ya. But we’re still obsessed with warm-weather clothes that look vacay-inspired. Bright colors, laidback prints and h-o-t shades are cool scores, even if your excursions are just to the mall.
Keep reading to peep our pretty break picks!
Destination: Laidback style. A tank with a beachy locale screams getaway. It’s cute with distressed jeans and gladiator sandals. Still chilly? Add a cocoon sweater and a light scarf.
We stock up on cheapie flips at the beginning of spring. A printed pair is totally trendy and adds subtle pop to your outfits. Right now, we’re only wearing ’em while our pedis dry—there’s still snow on the ground here!
This season’s jewelry forecast: Bold, bright and colorful. Mediterranean-inspired bracelets add a jet-setter twist to any outfit. Layer ‘em on for a look that’s post-card perfect.
This bag might be a little beachy for spring, but it’ll hold all your musts for a day at the Y or all those sleepover toiletries. Come summer, it’s perf poolside or at the shore.
It’s not a real Spring Break without some funky shades. Try a pair of stunnas with a fun print. These floral ones just radiate a retro vibe, plus they keep the sun out of your eyes.
-Allee Swick
BY CAITLIN R. ON 3/7/2010 7:00:00 AM 201 COMMENTS
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Say good-bye to bulky coats and triple layers. March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb, so battle the transition from one season to the next with style by throwing on a jacket.
You’ll be staying warm and you’ll look fab doin’ it.
Whether you are trying to dress down a tunic or take a frock from cute to hip, a jean jacket accessorizes almost any outfit. Just don't pair with same-color pants.
Don’t get drenched. Any twist on the mid-length trench coat looks classic, and keeps ya dry. You’ll be super chic, even on the grayest of days.
Roll up the sleeves on a cute, cropped blazer for an everyday preppy look. Pair it with a dress or jeans and a flirty top for a total class act.
The tweed style that Chanel made famous is the perf option for any gal trying to play up her feminine side. Boxy blazers look best with jeans and classic pearls.
Calling all fashionistas. A cropped, loose
jacket dresses up an outfit, from your fave skinnies to a laidback
dress. Fab for when you want a cute, retro feel.
-Hallie Rybka
BY CAITLIN R. ON 2/28/2010 7:00:00 AM 152 COMMENTS
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