Bargain Chic: Gucci

October 7, 2008

It's what I like to call sleek sophistication. Undeniably chic and utterly elegant. Mix two new trends -- cropped jackets and wide-leg pants -- and combine them with unique details and classic colors, and you are ripe for a refined outfit that can suit any occasion. Like the designer inspiration outfit below, I've found the same elements at much more friendlier prices so you can mix and match them in any way you'd like.

Photo Credit: Glamour, October 2008, Page 299.

Designer Look

Capelet, top, sweater, pants, Bill Blass; shoes, Gucci.

Bargain Look

Contoured Cardigan, Anthropologie, $39.95. Swing Jacket, Old Navy, $69.50

Turtleneck, Gap, $38.

Tab-waist Trouser, $64.50. Demi Boot-Cut Pinstripe Pant, $59.50, both Gap.

Gidsa, Nine West, $69.99. Suede Shootie, Joan & David, DSW.com, $79.95.

One trend for Fall is wearing grey -- all shades and textures. Below, you'll see three twists on grey through a rockin' hot sweater dress, a sophisticated wide-leg trouser and fabulous jacket, and, finally, a platform pump. All three looks showcase grey in varying ways and hint at what I think will become the mantra for Fall Fashion 2007: Grey Is The New Black! (Haven't we heard this before...wink...wink!)

Designer Looks