Fashion Friday: Inspired by Net-A-Porter

If you ever need styling ideas, check out Net-A-Porter's site! Even if you're on a budget, it can give you new ideas on how to wear similar items you might already own. For example, I just spotted this adorable outfit that can transition a simple slipdress to something you could wear to work (maybe switch out the shoes, depending on your office) in a seriously stylish way. I just found a slipdress from WhoWhatWear on the clearance rack at Target for $10 (!!!) but any black slipdress that has a looser fit would work with a silky button down underneath. I already had this version from H&M and can't wait to wear them together.

The original version retails for $2420, and my look 4 less version retails for $137.18! All items, including the luxury version are linked below.

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Luxury version dress, shirt, bag, shoes, and ring

Inspired by...Pinterest

I love this outfit worn by blogger Happily Grey that I spotted on Pinterest this morning!

I put together a similar outfit for less, and you can click on any of the images below to view or purchase. You may even own some similar items already! :)

Blogger Look 4 Less: Happily Grey

Overalls (or dungarees) are back in a big way for spring, and you may think they are a trend you can't incorporate into your wardrobe but hopefully this will inspire you! This photo is from Happily Grey, a fabulous blog, and she makes these black overalls look totally chic and wearable.

I put together a similar outfit, retailing for a total of $141.90! Click on any of the images to view or purchase.

Inspired by...Pinterest

Culottes are on trend for spring and I have been searching Pinterest for outfit inspiration. When I stumbled upon this chic ensemble, I decided this would be a great one to recreate for the blog.

Click on any of the individual items below to recreate this look on a budget! Total for this look is $165.44.

Inspired by...Shopbop's London Spring Fashion Trends

I'm kind of obsessed with this London Spring Fashion trend look that Shopbop recently had in one of their lookbooks. This look retails for $2081.50.

I put together a similar look, retailing for $182.47, starting with THIS long cardigan from Forever 21 for $22.80.

Reader Request: YSL Cat Leather Ankle Boots

YSL's pointed toe kitten heel booties retail for $795 at Saks.

These Charles David "Felicia" booties are an inspired by option, but will give you a similar style for less. They are currently on sale for $167.46 at Nordstrom. Click on the image below to view or purchase.

Inspired by...Isabel Marant

Isabel Marant's Prescott boots retailed for $1560, now on sale for $936.

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Steve Madden's Zylon boots are a great inspired by option for a lot less. These retail for $189.95 but are currently on sale for $124.99 at Zappos. Click on the image below to view or purchase!

Inspired by…J Crew

J Crew's lookbook is always a great place for style inspiration. This striped skirt, chambray, and cable knit turtleneck is so cute and all the components retail for a total of $775.50.

I put together a similar outfit, using items from various retailers, for a total of $161.67. Click on any image for more information or to purchase.

Mini Skirts
Flats

Inspired by...BCBG Layton Lace Dress

This leather and lace dress from BCBG retails for $338 at Saks, and was worn by Alyson Hannigan in How I Met Your Mother Season 9 promos.


If you like the dress above, I found an inspired by option for $27.80 at Forever 21. It's all lace instead of a leather skirt, but the look is pretty similar for a lot less cash. Click on the image below for more information or to purchase!

Inspired by...Jill Stuart Jill Mesh Dot Dress

Jill Stuart's mesh dot dress retails for $198 at Dillards.


Urban Outfitters has a great inspired by option, on sale for $59.99. Click on the image below for more information or to purchase!

Inspired by...J Crew Tweed Front Tee

This tweed front tee from J Crew is adorable (sadly, a bit too short in the body for me personally) and originally retailed for $75, now marked down to $59.99.

Gap has a great inspired by option, retailing for a lower $26.95. Click on the image below for more information or to purchase.

Inspired by...Kate Ermilio

This pink peplum gown from Kate Ermilio is no longer available, and I was unable to find the exact retail price - but similar gowns retail for $2000+.

This is a skirt, not a dress, but the style reminded me so much of the skirt part of the Kate Ermilio dress, I decided to post it as an inspired (and more wearable) by find. It retails for $93.34 and you can click HERE to purchase.

Inspired by...Etoile Isabel Marant

I adore this Etoile Isabel Marant embroidered raw silk dress, but it retailed for $505 at Luisaviaroma (sold out).

I just spotted this great inspired by option at Piperlime - not an exact version, but reminiscent of the Isabel Marant version at a much more budget friendly price of $89. Click on the image below to view or purchase.

Inspired by...Pinterest

This red, white, and blue ensemble that I spotted on Pinterest is perfect 4th of July inspiration - festive yet chic. Change out the pumps for flat sandals or wedges for a slightly more casual look.

I put together a similar outfit using items from Dorothy Perkins and Forever 21. Click on any of the images below for more information or to purchase!

Blazers
Pumps

Inspired by...Madewell Textured Stripe Afternoon Dress

Madewell's textured stripe dress retails for $110 and also comes in navy with white stripes.


Target has a very similar dress (in black and white instead of navy/cream) for a much lower $27.99. I like the touch of a bright red belt as well. Click on the image below for more information or to purchase.

Inspired by...3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel

This coral colored Pashli satchel from 3.1 Phillip Lim retails for $825 at Forward by Elyse Walker.


Although the look varies some, making it more of an inspired by option, this adorable Expressions NYC bag will give you a similar style for a fraction of the price. This option retails for $68 and you can click HERE to view or purchase.

Inspired by...Stella McCartney Floral Jacquard Jacket

Stella McCartney's floral blazer retails for $1855 at Saks.


This Topshop version isn't exact, making it more of an inspired by option, but it retails for a lower $136. Click on the image below to view or purchase. Limited sizes left!