Celebrity Chic but Cheap: Vanessa Minnillo

In my opinion, this is a great winter look.

The perfect boots and boyfriend sweater layered over a crisp white button down and leggings (or maybe they're jeggings, I can't tell).

Here's my re-creation, below:

vanessa minillo by real style real people featuring Miss Selfridge

Items in this set:
Smitten V-Neck Cardigan with Satin Pocket - Light heather grey, $135
White long line shirt, 25 GBP
Black Denim Jeggings, 24 GBP
Women's shoes/bags: Seychelles Broadway - Black, $130
*NYC Boutique The Edison Satchel in Black, Bags (Handbags/Totes) for..., $66

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Carrie Underwood

Carrie, I LURVE your grey puffer vest by British designer Ted Baker.

Especially it's longer length and interesting details.

I am also a fan of your ruffle front blouse (and your music).

So I've tried to re-create your outfit.

Here's what I came up with:

Carrie Underwood--puffer vest by real style real people featuring Charlotte Russe

Items in this set:
Charlotte Russe blouse, $20
Charlotte Russe vest, $33
American Eagle Outfitters jeans, $40

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Rachel Zoe

Rachel, I kinda have a love/hate relationship with your reality show, The Rachel Zoe Project.

Something about your whole persona drives me BONKERS!

Mix it up a little when gushing over a designer, will ya?

Maybe it's because I want to cut bangs to soften your look (it worked for me, you should try it).

Or maybe the show reminds me of too many reasons why I decided to leave the whole fashion scene behind (when I lived in NY as a stylist).


*Sigh* I get sucked into the show regardless.


Because I do miss some things about my so-called fashion life. Like the city (oh, the city) and all the cool shoots I got to do.


I just don't miss schlepping the heavy clothes all around the place(I feel for your assistants); and keeping up with the Joneses, by wearing the latest Prada shoes, when I couldn't even afford my apartment or a dinner out!


I am grateful for the experience, and there is a definite pupose for the whole fashion industry, as Miranda explains in The Devil Wears Prada (remember: the cerulean blue sweater?) --it certainly continues to be a passion of mine--I just have an evil side showing today...

Plus now Rachel has a jewelry line at QVC. Por Que?


Ok that's probably pure jealousy right there.... :)


Now that my speech is over, I will admit to liking your style. Especially when you wear the short moto jackets over the long tops:

Here's my re-creation, below:


Rachel Zoe by real style real people featuring LA Made



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Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Halle Berry

Oh Halle, what more can I say about you that hasn't already been said?

You're gorgeous, and have a beautiful family; plus you're from my hometown! :)

I love your sundress and it reminds me that summer is not quite over yet! In fact, it feels like it's just gotten started around these parts!

Here's my re-creation below:

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celebrity chicbut cheap- Halle Berry by real style real people featuring Enzo Angiolini shoes

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Jennifer Aniston

Oh Jen, can you be any stinkin' cuter?

Outside of the fact that you're my age and always look fit,

I just like your classic no nonsense style.

Even though we all know you don't need a man in your life, I still hope you find a mate who appreciates you and fulfills your dream!

(Some advice: stop picking the younger, immature ones.)

Here's my re-creation below:

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celebrity chic but cheap- Jen Aniston by real style real people featuring J Crew

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Lauren Conrad

Lauren, not many words are needed.

I just LOVE it!

simple.

feminine.

a POP of color. Perfect.

Here's my re-creation below:

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celebrity chic but cheap:LC by real style real people featuring Miss Selfridge shoes

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Minka Kelly

Simple.

Comfy.

Causally chic.

Another way to wear your vest for summer.

'Nuff said.

(photo credit:imnotobsessed.com)

Here's my re-creation below:

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minka kelly by real style real people featuring Old Navy

p.s. on an un-fashion related sidenote (but maybe not- the one glove and sgt. pepper jackets, the red bathing suit, and feathered bangs)-WOW Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett in the same day-it was surreal watching all the coverage last night-like the sumation (and conclusion)of my 70's and 80's together.........like closing that chapter, but not really....just really strange.....but not so very surprising....

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Angie Harmon

Scarf Print dresses are so popular.

I like the fun patterns they come in!

I like how Angie added the belt and shoes to pull the look together and make it look more sophisticated.

Here are some other scarf print inspired dresses from Charlotte Ruche, Edressme and Dillards:

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scarf print dresses by real style real people on Polyvore.com

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Lauren Conrad

Lauren, I like the tie dye!

It makes the maxi dress look more casual!

Perfect for flip flops and minimal jewelry.

Lauren is wearing a Gypsy 05 dress for $209 from Singer 22.

Here are some more budget friendly tie dye maxis all for under $40.

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tie dye maxis by real style real people on Polyvore.com

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Kim Kardashian

Kim, I think you are stunningly beautiful!

And I get sucked into your reality show every. time.

I like that you're shaped like a real women-hips and all!

I am a fan of your boyfriend style shorts to the knees, but not of all the rips and holes.

I'd probably wear some that are less beaten up-even though I know that's the hot look of the moment!

Here's my re-creation below all from Forever 21:

celebrity chicbut cheap-Kim Kardashian by real style real people featuring Forever21

Here are some other pairs of beat up boyfriend shorts from Dillards and F21:

boyfriend shorts by real style real people featuring Forever21

Or, just make your own from faded and beat up jeans!!!

Celebrity Chic But Cheap:Jessica Alba

Jessica, this is about where I'm at on these in-between days we are having here in the midwest.

It starts off cold in the morning and then becomes humid by midday.

So I wear something like jeans, tanks, scarfs and everything in between.

I like your wide leg jeans-a refreshing change from all the skinnies- but those pockets on the front may make some of us who have hips look even bigger.

I love your casual look and your matching Chucks!

Here's my re-creation below from Old Navy and Gap:

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celebrity chic but cheap: Jessica Alba by real style real people featuring Old Navy

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Natalie Portman

Natalie I am a huge fan of your acting (my four year old especially loves you in Star Wars).

Plus you're just cute as a button!

Your outfit represents summer to me!

I like how you added a punch of color with your shoes!

Here's my re-creation below from Zappos, Lulu's and Alisa Michelle:

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Celebrity chic but cheap: Natalie Portman by real style real people on Polyvore.com

Celebrity Chic But Cheap:Evangeline Lilly

Gotta go with my girl Evangeline Lilly, since the Lost finale was this week!

You are so gorgeous girl!

What were you thinking when you looked Jack in the eyes towards the end? HMMM? I NEED to know! ;)


Here is my re-creation below, from Zappos and Azaleas NYC:



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celebrity chic but cheap:evangeline lilly by real style real people on Polyvore.com

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Maggie Gyllenhaal

Maggie, I enjoy your casual leisurely style, while strolling the streets of New York City, because its probably something I'd wear.

Comfortable and easy!

Although it's a little too brown and neutral for me. I'd probably try to add in a little bit more color with the purse, shoes or cardigan!

(photo credit:imnotobsessed.com)

Here's my re-creation below from Target and Forever 21!

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Celebrity Chic But Cheap:maggie gyllenhaal by real style real people on Polyvore.com

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Helena Christensen

Helena, I love your style!

It's simple, yet chic, and absolutely something I would wear.

I like your subtle mix of color and, of course, how you rolled you jeans at the bottom!

Here's my re-creation below from Chadwick's, Gap, Payless, and Handbag Heaven:

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celebrity chic but cheap: Helena Christensen by real style real people featuring GAP jeans

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Sienna Miller

I like this look- crisp and classic, AND I am a fan of how you rolled your jeans at the bottom!

Here is my re-creation below:

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Celebrity Chic but Cheap: Sienna Miller by real style real people featuring GAP jeans

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Trista Sutter

Trista I adore your dress, from the shape, to the print to the color. Fabulous, darling!

By the way, are you the only one to actually find lasting love on the Bachelor/Bachelor-ette series? You and this year's Jason of course (snicker).

But I am going to go out on a limb here and say that I think Jason did the right thing! No one wants to see a marriage end in divorce in the first year. I think he did a brave thing, but I don't think the network should have had it go down the way it did!

Ok, 'nuff said. Back to Trista who always looks crazy happy with her cute hubby and new family!

Of course I couldn't find her exact dress, so I found some dresses that have a similar silhouette, all from the great website, My Shape! The open toed shoes are from Zappos!

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Celebrity Chic but Cheap: Trista Sutter by real style real people on Polyvore.com

(photo credit: imnotobsessed.com)

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Amy Adams

Oh Amy, I LOVE your outfit! Crisp, classic and the fit is fabulous!

Normally I might say to add a pop of color when wearing black and white, but I don't think this needs it!

It looks great as is!

Here is my re-creation below from Ny and Company, Liz Claiborne and Avalaya:

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Celebrity Chic but Cheap: Amy Adams by real style real people on Polyvore.com

(photo source:imnotobsessed.com)

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Jennifer Connelly

Jennifer, I like the idea of your outfit-the chic and classic black and white, with the black and white spectator heels that unfortunately you can't see in this photo!

But I am not totally in love with your outfit. I actually like my re-creation better, below (what can I say?).

My re-creation is from Sarah Campbell for QVC and Payless.

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Celebrity Chic but Cheap: Jennifer Connelly by real style real people on Polyvore.com

Celebrity Chic But Cheap: Katie Holmes

Kate, I continue to love your style! I adore your knit boyfriend blazer/sweat-er and your scarf (which is from H&M, and not available on-line, so I did my best to find one similar)! Uber cool and chic!

Here is my re-creation below!

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Celebrity Chic but Cheap:Katie - by real style real people on Polyvore.com