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The Deal: Casual Dresses on Sale at Shopbop
 
The Lowdown: Yeah, so it’s cold out. That doesn’t mean you can’t look hot out on the town with your girlfriends. Pair a curve hugging, tank or even strapless jersey dress with a blazer and tights or black leggings to take them from great summer finds to fab winter wear. Check out Shopbop’s sale for savvy dresses for your next night out.

Shop: Casual Dresses on Sale at Shopbop

Our Picks:

1. MINKPINK Gridiron Stripe Mini Dress, $31

2. BB Dakota Sanders Dress, $24

3. Cheap Monday Asta Dress, $24

4. Plastic Island Muse Off Shoulder Knit Dress, $40.80

5. Susana Monaco Strapless Dress, $42.90

6. Beyond Vintage Tank Dress with Zippers, $43.80

As written by: The Budget Fashionista

It's time to talk hair accessories. What do you think of these two on Eva Mendes and Jennifer Lopez?

There are five essential items to keep you warm and chic at the same time.

1. Boyfriend Cardigan: J.Crew does the perfect boyfriend cardigan. In wool or cashmere, it is skinny enough to stick under your coat or fur vest, but still gives you that extra layer of warmth.

2. Nubby Tights: I love black tights. They make that scandalously short skirt passable for the office, and they are functional! Throw on Hue’s thick, soft tights, pair them with your summer platforms and a dress, and you’re off.

3. Fur Vest: Whether faux or real, fur is a surefire way to stay warm. Stick your vest over a T-shirt, belt it for a slim silhouette and you’re set. Fabulous Furs does a faux Mongolian lamb vest that had us all swearing it was straight off the Ann Demeulemeester runway.

4. Thigh-High Boots: Gone are the days of Pretty Woman connotations with thigh-high boots. Over-the-knee boots, both flat and high, are a chic way to stay warm and show off your legs, whether in skinny jeans or a cute skirt with tights. Ralph Lauren does a gorgeous black suede high-heeled boot. Jessica Simpson’s line offers a more budget-friendly option.

5. Skinny Shirts: The office was buzzing this morning when word came around that Skinny Shirts had hit the market. These shirts are thin enough to layer under your favorite cashmere sweater, while adding an adorable Peter Pan collar to your ensemble, and they keep you warm to boot! Genius.

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As written by: Lucky Magazine

Just wanted to let you guys know that Ralph Lauren has made additional markdowns on select fall and winter merchandise, giving discounts of up to 60 percent off. Through 1/31.

Attention, leggy types: plunging winter temperatures are coming (New York's weirdly mild weather notwithstanding), but that does not mean your legs need to go into hiding until mid-April. Winter skirts are here, and with some leather here, a brocade there, and a mid-calf length or two—the chicest new length, by the way, seen runways the world 'round—these skirts will carry you all the way through the cold months. Try them with thick tights and platforms (forget the rules: your sandals can do double duty this winter when paired with the appropriate hosiery) or boyish flat oxfords and a shrunken velvet blazer. But whichever way you sport them, when it comes to winter skirts, the legs have it. Don't let yours surrender to the chill!

Above, from left: Zara Checked Wool Skirt, $79.90, available at select Zara stores; Giambattista ValliTweed Pencil Skirt, $1,400, available at Kirna Zabete; Madewell Brocade Miniskirt, $98, available atMadewell; Organic A-line Leather Skirt, $495, available at Otte.

TIP: For winter skirts in a pattern, stick to dark or neutral-colored leggings or tights. If you're feeling adventurous (or the weather is particularly nasty), go for a cable-knit, a thermal, or a wool-blend legwear. 

Above, from left: Rag & Bone Highbury Skirt, $325, available at Otte; Topshop Classic '70s Wool Skirt, $90, available at Topshop; Ann Taylor Snow Leopard Jacquard Skirt, $118, available at Ann Taylor.

TIP: For solid-colored skirts that have some length to them, we suggest having some fun with a knit legging in a fair isle pattern. Choose a pattern in a more color-neutral hue, so you don't come across as looking like you threw on your entire wardrobe. 

Above, from left: Elizabeth & James Wool Blend Skirt, $295, available at Net-A-Porter; A.P.C. Madras Plaid Skirt, $135, available at La Garçonne; J. Crew Felted Wool Miniskirt, $78, available at J. Crew.

 

 

As written by: refinery29

Gone are the days when you giddily waited up for Santa--but now you can giddily trot over to Sephora and buy yourself any gift you want. Since Christmas is a great time to test out a festive new look for your makeup, hair or nails, here's inspiration for ya--six of our readers' most-loved beauty looks of the 2010 holiday season.

We already know some of the best shopping deals are found online - but did you know some days are better than others to find the steepest discounts? ShopItToMe.com, which scours sales at more than 100 online retailers, ran a survey for me showing what days of the week certain categories of items carry the biggest discounts. Their data was compiled between June 2009 and June 2010 and analyzed over 1 million sale items on the web. From sunglasses to bathing suits to handbags and menswear, they got me the inside scoop.

My advice is to read this through, click print and keep the list stored by your computer as a helpful reminder next time you want to shop on the Web.

• Mondays: Best for buying men’s and women’s dress pants. The average sale is about 48 percent off.
• Mondays: Also great for purchasing sunglasses. The average discount is 55 percent.
• Tuesdays: Best for buying men’s apparel. The average discount is 42 percent.
• Wednesdays: Find lowest prices on shoes. The average discount is 38 percent.
• Wednesdays: Also find best deals on kids’ clothing. The average discount is around 40 percent.
• Thursdays: Best for buying women’s handbags. The average discount is 36 percent.
• Fridays: Biggest sales on accessories like jewelry, belts and scarves. The average discount is 42 percent.
• Saturdays: Best sales on intimates (37 percent off) and jackets/outerwear (51 percent off).
• Sundays: Buy your swimsuits for an average 52 percent off!

To read about some other online shopping tips …Click here

As written by: CBS MoneyWatch.com

Guess what: We're just a week away from Christmas. No matter who you're shopping for and how finicky their tastes, we've landed some truly exceptional surprises—from patterned pillows (hello auntie!) to cool wooden tools and slick minaudieres. And considering this whole bundle of cheer is under $100, you'll have some cash left-over for a New Year's party dress. And stay tuned for more holiday gift guides to keep you on R29's nice list.

From left: Midas Glasswear Carafes And Cups, $25-$70, available at Design Within Reach; L.L. Bean Signature Downeaster Canvas Sports Bag, $64, available at L.L. Bean. 

From left: Michelle Hinebrook "Sugarcoat" (detail) Archival Pigment Print, from $20, available from a selection of limited-edition artist prints at 20x200; Wendy Mink Black Onyx Chain Bracelet, $50, available at Bird.

From left: Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine, $34.99, available at Crown; Jane Hornby What To Cook & How To Cook It Cookbook, $39.95, available at Phaidon.

To see all 50 click here

As written by: refinery29.com

As the holidays quickly draw near the imminent holiday party season is upon us. Between family, friends, and coworkers it seems there’s always a party on the agenda (and an excuse to get dressed up). Since all girls love a new party dress, we found twenty under $20 that will cover all of your events- from conservative chic with coworkers, to flirty and festive for your cocktail party with friends.

As written by: The Budget Fashionista

'Tis the season for beauty-ful gifts. And with these price tags, we don't know who will be happier—the women getting the gifts or the people who got off easy giving them.