High-End vs. Affordable Fashion
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October 19, 2012 by Christina-Lauren Pollack in
FASHION
Just because you want to wear the latest fashion trends and styles, doesn’t mean you need to spend a fortune. When you’re not in the mood to wear a dress or skirt, but still want to look elegant for a special event, opt for a glamorous printed pant (in a luxe fabric, like silk or satin) paired with a fitted blouse, bold jewelry, and bedazzled bag. This stylish and smart ensemble always looks pulled together, sophisticated, and feminine. This week’s High-End vs. Affordable style post features some of fall’s hottest fashion trends, including floral printed pants, crystal embellished clutches, and animal inspired jewelry.
High-End
1. 10 Crosby Derek Lam Printed Wide-Leg Pants ($395): Just because summer might be over doesn’t mean you can’t wear a tropical-inspired print. These stunning 10 Crosby Derek Lam printed silk pants are infused with a tropical floral-print twill, and feature a natural rise, side slash pockets, wide legs, and belt loops.
2. Diane von Furstenberg Jeweled Clutch ($527): If any woman knows a thing or two about glamour, it’s Diane von Furstenberg. This striking silver-tone clutch features a black bar clasp to the top, a hard box body covered in silver-tone jeweled details with a plain black back, a detachable silver-tone shoulder chain and a logo detailed pocket to the interior.
3. Miriam Salat Elephant Bangle ($759): Glitzy animal inspired jewelry is a big trend this season, so why not go full throttle with this gorgeous black resin bangle bracelet from Miriam Salat featuring a lion design, sterling silver hinges with a elephant head and tail set with cubic zirconias.
AFFORDABLE
4. ASOS Premium Floral Pants ($80): Directional, exciting, and diverse, ASOS has made a name for themselves by creating uber-trendy clothing at ultra-affordable prices. These pants by ASOS Collection have been made from an oriental floral jacquard fabric with a subtle metallic finish. The details include: a peg-leg design with fitted high-rise, button closure, zip fly, diagonal pockets to the hips and pressed pleats.
5. Lulu Townsend Oval Clutch in Silver ($60): Carry an accessory that will have people saying, “WOW!” This show-stopping oval clutch from Lulu Townsend is a stylish handbag for any special evening. This satin clutch with beading features a jeweled top clasp closure, concealed chain link strap with 23″ drop, and luxe velvet lining.
6. BaubleBar Ebony Elephant Cuff ($32): The popular jewelry designers, BaubleBar, have outdone themselves once again with this dynamic bangle. Crafted from chic gold and black enamel, this elephant bangle works a decidedly elegant and sophisticated vibe and even comes topped with a beautify ruby gem.
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About the Author
In addition to being a Lifestyle Blogger (Creator of Inspirations & Celebrations), I am a 2012 Glambassador for Glamour Magazine, Contributing Blogger for Lucky Magazine's online community and an EHow.com Style Presenter.
Over the years, I’ve cultivated a unique sense of style and the ability to incorporate art, beauty, and conscious living into everyday life. I was raised by self-made, entrepreneurial parents (from New York and Beverly Hills) who named me after fashion design legends, Christian Dior and Ralph Lauren, giving rise to my life-long interest in and study of fashion and style.
Living in the Monterey Peninsula (California), I'm lucky to experience (and share my coverage of) world-class events, a luxe lifestyle, and an internationally-recognized cultural and artistic community.
I enjoy sharing Fashion & Style trends, Health & Beauty tips, Home & Garden How-To's, Personal Growth advice, and Social Scene & Special Event coverage (from Pebble Beach to San Francisco, CA) via my upbeat, contemporary lifestyle blog, INSPIRATIONS & CELEBRATIONS.
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