Compare & Contrast

For those of us fashionista's that are on a shopping budget (I really envy those of you who aren't), I tend to always find the most expensive thing in the store to fall in love with.  Does that ever happen to any of you? Since I put myself on a self-implemented budget, I have become a little obsessed with finding replicas of those expensive things or using those ideas to create my own DIY projects.  For example....

Balmain Denim jacket (swoon) vs. F21 Bellhop Jacket

Zara shoulder padded blouse vs. BB Dakota Medora shoulder padded top

Blazers by Stella McCartney (Resort 2011 collection) vs. TBA (Urban Outfitters)

Jeffrey Campbell Studded Boots vs. F21 Studded Buckle Boots

The chain detail on this Diane von Furstenberg sweater can easily be done yourself, on any 'ole sweater :)  I'm not digging this particular shade of yellow, so I'm hoping to find a sweater in a different color & try this idea immediately :)

Vintage shopping is VERY cost-effective as well & allows me to be a bit more creative with how I wear the pieces. For example, I just bought this dress from Etsy for $10 & I plan on shortening it, swapping the matching belt for a turquoise one, & pairing it with clogs :)  I like vintage because it's literally history in a wearable form...

Vintage red polka-dot day dress (etsy)

Vintage leopard-print belt (ebay)

I'm not feeling like myself today, so my outfit is a little casual (once again).  I have always encountered a lack of inspiration with my wardrobe when the weather is in-between seasons...

Blazer (H&M), Tee (F21), Joggers (River Island)

Panther Ring (Asos), Disk Ring (Banana Republic); Booties (Asos)

Watch (Casio)

Thanks for Reading Dolls :)
XoXo-Kelli