If you thought it was impossible to find good gifts under $25, think again. There are tons of great options for the Fab babe on a budget. Whether it's a cutesy-chic hoodie for your little sister, an original print for your art-loving cousin, or a leopard coin purse for a foxy friend, you're sure to delight your loved ones — no matter how little you spend. Click through for my stylish and affordable picks.
If you're asking Santa for a brand-new digital camera this year, don't forget to keep it safe! Both the Stay Focused ($23) and Tape My Picture ($12) cases from ModCloth are decorated with cute, retro-themed illustrations.
Both are lined in soft material and zip closed to protect your device. The Stay Focused case clips to your bag (or anywhere else) with a silver carabiner and comes in two bold colors: Ocean Background and Red Eye Reduction.
Besides her hot strut, we're eying Victoria Beckham because of her Fab little sheath. It's modern mod at its best — simple silhouette, rounded neckline, and no bells and whistles. It's all about the fit — not too body-conscious, not too billowy — it should have a body-skimming, ladylike fit. For extra flair, go with a retro palette; bold yellows, orange, blue, and the rest of the primaries are perfect. And also look to Mrs. Beckham for the right accoutrements: oversize sunnies and a pair of pretty pumps.
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I've always had a thing for the classic appeal of a tassel-adorned shoe. Now, I'm crushing hard on the sophisticated, menswear vibe you can get with proper tassels. First, it was the love of these Tory Burch ankle booties ($395), but the more I see the tassel look on everything from oxfords to a wedge loafer, the more style-smitten I've become. Wear them with rolled, military-hued chinos, or a mini and tights – polished, playful, and totally seasonal.
With a little throwback flair and a dose of flirt, Emma Roberts knotted her cardi for an instant outfit update. Jeans and a cardigan can feel tired, but if you knot it like Emma, it makes a huge styled difference. Just keep your cardigans on the shorter side; your grandpa-style cardigans won't have the same effect. I'd knot mine over a dress, style it with a mini and tee — endless ways to wear this sweet wardrobe staple with a twist.
Jessica Szohr upped the ante with a black on black pairing just by adding cool sheer dots. While we love polka dots on the vibrant side, we're loving the new way to wear them — with a little sweet subtlety. On sheer fabrics, dots just seem to float, soft and pretty, and even edgy if you wear them as Jessica does. In fact, you can snag her top for yourself via Madewell ($128), or shop another sheer-dotted style.
Add some vintage geek to your new devices with one of the smartly designed clever canvas cases by Thomas Paul. The Obsolete But Neat Laptop Case ($60) fits laptops up to 13 inches and zips closed to protect it. The Obsolete But Neat Tablet Case ($40) is an envelope-style pouch for your iPad or other tablet device. At 11.5 x 8 inches, the tablet case seals with velcro.
Finally, the Synth You've Been Gone MP3 Player Case ($27) is decked out with an image of an old school synthesizer and sized to fit your iPod.
Chain-strap bags are ladylike and lovely, of course. But, should you tire of the shoulder-strap, slinging the bag messenger style as Diane Kruger does tones down the posh for a more casual, street-ready style. It's a short leash look that makes a fashionable juxtaposition between your chic little accessories and your 'laxed style. It really brings your purse front and center. And then the only other thing you need to channel the trend is to change up your purse-posture.
Channeling her usual hippie-glam style, Nicole Richie stepped out in NYC in a Winter Kate kimono ($490), pared down with denim and black basics. House of Harlow 1960 booties ($275) play into her casual-chic sense, and a pair of round Chanel sunnies and a quilted black Chanel bag complete the look. Click the items above to shop a similar style.
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