Thursday, May 5, 2011

J. Crew Fall 2011 Lookbook: The Look for Less

Hi, everyone!

Happy Thursday! :D

I planned to do this post several weeks ago when I saw the J. Crew Fall 2011 Lookbook on FabSugar.com. I just recently had some time to actually work on this post. So, yay! :D

On the FabSugar article/slideshow, they showed the items that are worth splurging on and the ones that aren't. Here are some items that they think are not worth breaking the bank for. I also went on Forever 21's website (I haven't been on there since, well, forever!), and I found affordable items to re-create these looks from J. Crew. :)


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As much as I love that cute disco mini, $350 is way too pricey for me. And with $158, I'm pretty sure I can buy a lot of striped shirts from other stores.


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C'est Le top ($12.90), Beaded Mini Skirt ($29.99), Crinkled Woven Scarf ($9.80), Sequined Clutch ($15.80)


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That trenchlet is cute, but according to FabSugar, you won't get a lot of outfits from it because the design and pattern will easily go out of style. Those shorts are really pretty, but I've seen look-alikes sold for way less at other stores.

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Short Double Breasted Trench ($32.80), My Boyfriend's Cotton Shirt ($19.90), Wingtip Ankle Boots ($26.80), Perfect Pleats Woven Shorts ($22.80)


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I like the idea of a leather tee, but honestly, how many times are we gonna wear one? And for $795?! No, thank you, I think I'll pass.


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Silk Blend Button Up ($24.80), Oversized Knit Top ($7.90), Workman Lace-Up Booties ($27.80), Divine Rights of Denim Civilian Skinnies ($24.80)



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Again, the price... $750 for a maxi dress?! I think if you have $750 to spare, it's better to spend it on more affordable maxi dresses -- I think $750 worth of maxi dresses will last us for two, or maybe three, summers. Or better yet, let's just spend it on Louboutins? ;)

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Rows of Flowers Dress ($22.80) and Strappy Leatherette Sandals ($9.50)

I like the look of those shoes on the J. Crew outfit, but I don't know if I can pull it off. If like me, you're unsure on that, you can never go wrong with sandals. :)



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Once again, I am going off on the price... I think you can find more versatile LBDs out there, and for way less than $875. I am really loving those sandals, though. :)

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Woven Dress with Belt ($27.80) and Studded Leatherette Gladiator Sandals ($19.80)

I think I have to spend some quality time at Forever 21 so I can find pieces to put these five looks together. :D

Which of these looks did you like the best?

P.S. Guess what came in the mail today... I got the People magazine issue covering all things Royal Wedding. I'm hoping to find some time to scan them for you guys. ;)

Yay for Friday! Hang in there, guys! :D

27 comments:

  1. You did a great job, Mimi!:D I like the 4th and 5th - perfect for a spring and summer date!:D

    The Astrid Shift Dress is gorgeous but for $875? No, thank you.;D

    I am looking forward to reading your next Royal Wedding post!:D

    ***** Marie *****
    allthingsmarie.com

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  2. Marie-- thank you!!! and yeah, definitely not, i am passing on that $875 dress! that's way too expensive!

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  3. Yea, those prices are outrageous. I have no idea who would buy those $750 maxi dresses!!! It is just gross, it costs so much!

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  4. Lisa-- i totally agree! i don't think i know anyone who would willingly spend that much money on a dress. :/

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  5. WOW! I love the picks from J Crew are beautiful but like you I believe that spending that much on those is ridiculous when you can get a look alike way cheater. I think you did beautiful recreations of these looks.

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  6. Sunny & Star-- thank you! and yeah, we can definitely re-create the looks without being broke. ;)

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  7. woah! those are sooooo expensive! a shirt for $158?! that's insane. to be honest, i liked your recreation of the outfits waaaay better!

    :)
    Carrie
    http://readmylifeascarrie.blogspot.com/

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  8. Oh man, I can just imagine that leather shirt with crazy accessories/jewelry... might have to add it to my bday wishlist ;)

    K.

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  9. This is a great post, I love how you found the looks for so much cheaper!

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  10. I so want that striped T from Forever 21!

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  11. I want so many things on this list. Number one is that silver skirt!!

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  12. Hey Mimi, we don't have any of these shops in Italy, but I can peruse the Internet :-)). I hope you're well and having a fantastic week. Just letting you know that I'm also hosting two giveaways this week. Today and Sunday. Come drop by! xoxo Rambles with Reese

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  13. Thanks for sharing this! I love the silver skirt...

    Vicky

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  14. I'm kind of bowled over by the cost of that maxi dress. but ohhh how i love j.crew looks!

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  15. I love thw glittery dress!! Sooo cute!

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  16. I lov eyour F21 recreations much better! And not just because they are more affordable!

    I especially love the last black dress. It's tempting to haul my butt over to the mall right now so I can try and find it. ;)

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  17. well done. I love the looks for less, F21 really has some great stuff for an affordable price.

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  18. I love both F21 and Jcrew... I don't think either ever get it wrong!! ;-)

    Happy Weekend Dear! xo

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  19. Carrie-- aww, thanks, you're so sweet! :)

    K.-- let us know if you end up getting the shirt!

    Many Colours-- thank you! i'm glad you liked it!

    ellie-- isn't it soo cute?!

    Stephanie-- yeah, gotta find a cheaper version of that skirt. ;)

    Reese-- thank you for letting me know! :D

    Vicky-- you're welcome!

    Krystal-- me too! how i wish they were cheaper!

    Rinz-- i love it too, but the price, omg!

    Jennifer-- thank you, i really appreciate that! :) and me too, i'm so tempted to go to the mall!

    Amber Blue Bird-- thank you! and yeah, f21 is amazing!

    Jen-- yeah, i don't think so too. ;)

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  20. I absolutely love that tan dotted dress with the coral boat shoes!!! You always amaze me with your wealth of knowledge about what is out there :) XO, Kelly

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  21. I LOVE your recreations! Honestly, how could you pay nearly $800 for a t-shirt? Made of leather, but still. I love Fab/Bella/Tres/PopSugar, too!

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  22. The last look is my favorite - I just love it!! :)

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  23. Love this post!! so awesome, the first outfit is my favorite!!

    xx
    Jessie
    http://87life.blogspot.com

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  24. Kelly-- aww, thank you! :)

    Dree-- i know, right?! and yes, i am addicted to popsugar! :D

    Erika-- i like it too! :D

    Jessie-- thanks, i'm glad you loved it! :D

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  25. I love that little black dress, but I still might need to splurge on that plaid trench. Adorable!

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  26. Loved the way you re-created these looks with F21!

    the last outfit was my fav!

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  27. Nikki-- let us know if you do get it! :D

    Dizzy-- thank you! :)

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