Best of the Rest…

Left to right: Wool Vest, $32.80, www.forever21.com; Red Oversized Kelly Bags, $39.95, www.purseboutique.com; Tweed equestrian blazer, $39, www.newport-news.com

The red bag Christina is wearing is by Balenciaga, but the copy in the post above has no business being $150. This ‘Hermes’ copy is only $39 and makes a cute alternative. I’m also happy about finding the vest/jacket by Forever 21, the print is exactly the same. Wear with a navy V-neck to keep your arms warm! Lastly, pop the collar up of the tweed equestrian jacket by Newport News – It’ll add a dramatic flair to the whole outfit.

Style Inspiration: Menswear

Kiara Kabukuru wearing the perfect male-inspired suit by Alexander McQueen.
Janet Jackson and Gwyneth Paltrow prove men’s tailoring has an edgier side.
Blue Shirt: Woven Tunic, $22.80, www.forever21.com; Watch: Coleman Silver Analog Digital Watch, $19.99, www.target.com; Tote: Large Burgundy Barclay Tote Purses, $34.95, www.purseboutique.com; Flats: Springfield, $79, www.ninewest.com; Waistcoat: Glen plaid vest, $25, www.newport-news.com; V-Neck: Chloe Cinch V neck, $24.50, www.delias.com; White Shirt: Silk-Trim Pintuck Shirts, $15, www.oldnavy.com; Coat: Wool Trench Coat, $49.50, www.wetseal.com; Pants: Plaid Pant, $32.50, www.alloy.com; Tie: Merona Satin Necktie, $19.99, www.target.com; Ankle Shoes: Syrup, $178, www.kurtgeiger.com; Clutch: Candice, $45.95, www.bakersshoes.com; Slim-Fit Pants: Slim Leg Cut Pants, $118, www.maxstudio.com; Pumps: Christian Python Heel, $22.99, www.gojane.com; Ring: Square Amazonite Ring, $24.99, www.target.com; Blazer: Luxury Stretch 1 Button Jacket, $128, www.expressfashion.com; Braces: Visit www.ebay.com; Hat: Herringbone Newsboy Ivy Hat, $15.95, www.goomoo.com; Tee: Naughty but Nice Tee, $4.99, www.wetseal.com

Menswear goes beyond tailored suits and shirts. Think hard lines, muted tones and an over-all polished look. However, don’t be fooled into thinking that you can’t be versatile when playing around with mens clothing. Put your own spin on it by wearing bright colors, a cute tee under a blazer (a la Gwyneth) or invest in a pair of braces (suspenders) and team with a fitted shirt to add a feminine twist to your look. I love the ‘ankle shoes’ by Kurt Geiger, they’re the perfect example of feminine elegance fused with masculine chic.

Cash, Check or Charge?

Cash: Nasdaq Glt Heel, $31.99, www.gojane.com
Check: Ethel, $99.99, www.aldoshoes.com
Charge: Nude Gold Glittery Gucci Pump, $495, www.bergdorfgoodman.com

Platform shoes look like they’re here to stay, but instead of donning the typical black, leather pair try a shiny metallic color. The Gucci ‘High-Heel’ pump comes in gorgeous colors such as metallic plum and cherry red but this bright gold pair are equally as stunning. Check out these two great copies, but both for less than half the price of the original Gucci pair. U.K ladies see this red/orange pump from Faith Shoes for only twenty pounds!