Luxe for (A LOT) Less: February 2014

Have you ever stopped to read your favorite fashion magazine's bargain or look for less page?  If so, you've probably noticed that mag editors and yourself (and the majority of the rest of the world) have very different ideas of what a bargain is.  I mean, $400 for a clutch?  In what messed-up world is that considered a deal?  That's where I come in.  I'll be taking these so-called "looks for less" and making them truly affordable!

This month, Marie Claire turned to geometric and graphic pieces for their "Luxe for Less" feature.  There are some gorgeous pieces in this spread, so let's see if I can top them!


MC's Pick: Marc by Marc Jacobs Top ($278)

My Pick: Miss Selfridge Colour Block Top ($48)

MC's Pick: Tierry Lasry Sunglasses ($525)

My Pick: Quay Geometric Sunglasses ($22.22)

MC's Pick: Rebecca Taylor Shorts ($295)

My Picks: Patrizia Pepe Shorts ($108) and Need Supply Co. Jagger Shorts ($40)

MC's Pick: Anya Hindmarch Clutch ($650)

My Pick: Halogen Hypergraphic Clutch ($24)

MC's Luxe for Less:         $2,048

My Luxe for Less:         $242

Total Saved:                   $1806

$1806 difference?  I'd say that's a pretty successful Luxe for Less!  What's your favorite piece of the lot?