FLIX FASHION: Shopaholic Style Steals

My current movie obsession is "Confessions of A Shopaholic" based on the book written by Sophie Kinsella, starring Isla Fisher.  The fashion in this movie is SO fun and really makes the movie.  In case you haven't guessed yet, the costume designer for this movie was Patricia Field, the current genius in film fashion costume design. (She was the costume designer for Sex and the City, Ugly Betty, Cashmere Mafia, The Devil Wears Prada, and more).  Isla Fisher's character Rebecca Bloomwood has too many adorable outfits to count but they are all designers and WAY too expensive for the average fashionista so I have picked 6 of my favorites to "steal."  I was able to find items close enough to the originals that anyone can pull off the same look for WAY less. They are posted from easiest style steal to hardest.

1 - Style and Citrus

Coat - Zara

Bag - Louis Vuitton by Stephen Sprouse

Tights - Erin Fetherston

Ankle Boots - Possibly Thakoon or Wunderkind

Coat Steal - Miss Sixty at Zappos $121

Bag Steal - Akademiks at Amazon $40, or XOXO at Amazon $15

Tights Steal - Alloy $11

Ankle Boots Steal - Conga Boot at Patricia Field $14

2- Notsomellow Yellow

Coat - Vintage

Scarf - Gucci

Dress - Vicki Tiel

Clutch - Nila Anthony

Necklace - Versache

Shoes - Versache

Coat Steal - Newport News $40

Scarf Steal - Target $20

Dress Steal - Kohls $27

Clutch Steal - Lexy Handbag $13

Necklace Steal - Roca Wear $16

Gloves - Rio Moda $43

Shoes Steal - ASOS $49 

3 - Houndstooth Beauty

Coat - Matthew Williamson

Blouse - Christian Dior

Skirt - D&G

Belt - Badgley Mischka

Shoes - Stella McCartney

Clutch - 

Coat Steal - Newport News $50

Blouse Steal - Gap $18

Necklace Steal - Artfire $25

Skirt Steal - Forever21 $20

Belt Steal - Newport News at Amazon $19

Shoes Steal - Pleaser at Amazon $22

Clutch Steal - Gojane $29

4 - Funky in Fur

Fur Bolero - Prada

Sweater - Gap

Belt - Vintage

Skirt - Prada

Bag - Ferregamo

Shoes - Christian Dior

Fur Steal -Topshop $60

Sweater Steal - Newport News $20

Belt Steal - ASOS $25

Skirt Steal - Spiegel $40

Bag Steal - Spiegel $49

Shoes Steal - Metro Style $40

Gloves - Rio Moda $43

Beret - Amazon $13

5 - Diva Dish

Parka - Dress Code

Dress - Zac Posen or Herve Ledger

Belt - Todd Oldham Vintage

Boots - Shibuya 109 in Japan

Bag - Gucci

Scarf - Gucci

Parka Steal - Mossimo at Amazon $28

Dress Steal - Hotfash $19

Belt Steal - Ami Clubwear $23

Boots Steal - Ami Clubwear $23

Bag Steal - Spiegel $59

Scarf Steal - Solid Series at Amazon $15

Gloves - Fratelli at Amazon $59

Pin - Peacock Feather at Amazon $7

6 - Perfect Vintage Plaid

Cape - Vintage

Sweater - Vince

Belt - Vintage

Skirt - Balenciaga

Gloves - Hermes

Small Bag - Marc Jacobs

Red Attache - Vintage

Cape Steal - Charlotte Russe $37

Sweater Steal - Forever21 $16

Belt Steal - Penelope pups Vintage $15

Skirt Steal - Hot Fash $11

Gloves Steal - Fratelli at Amazon $59

Small Bag Steal - JCP $45

Red Attache Steal - Amazon $37

SPRING STYLE: Twelve Trends You Can Trust

1. Color Me Citrus - Banana Republic Top, Aldo Sangano Handbag

2. Statement Jewelry - JCrew Floral Necklace, Forever21 Motley Links Necklace 

3. The Smart Cardigan - Boden Striped Cardigan, Forever21 Mustard Cardigan

4. Full Skirts - Newport News Purple A-line Skirt, Delias* Lime Full Skirt

5. Rolled Pant Legs - JCrew Distressed Vintage Jean, Shopbop AG Adriano Goldschmied Jean

6. Hot Stuff = Hot Colors - Alloy Red Madison Satchel, Old Navy Zing Canvas Peacoat

7. Embellished Flats - Boden Jeweled Flats in Black, Alloy Green Chain Flats

8. Long Nails - Old Hollywood Glamour - Manicure, Grace Kelly Headshot 

9. Nude (but not naked) - ASOS Wrapped Dress, Newport News Bell Sleeve Sweater Dress

10. Ruffles - Charlotte Russe Chiffon Ruffle Blouse, Gap Pink Tie Neck Blouse

11. Shimmer and Shine - Charlotte Russe Metallic Stud Clutch, Newport News Sequin Layering Tank

12. Be Bold - Boden Lime Jacket, Spiegel Rosette Tunic Top and Patent Tote

5 Tips for Effortless Style

1. CINCH: Use a belt at the smallest part of your waist to define the waistline.

2. OPPOSITES ATTRACT: Balance any look by mixing plain fabrics with patterns, hot and cold colors (ex. yellow and grey), full and fitted styles (ex. a billowy blouse with skinny pants or wide leg pants with a fitted tee).

3. MISS THE MATCHY-MATCH: Rather than matching colors exactly, use complimentary colors (orange/blue), adjacent colors (blue/green), or varied shades of the same color similar to an ombre effect (pink/red/maroon). This will add interest to your look without sacrificing a matched effect.

4. SIX PART SUCCESS: A foolproof fashion ensemble has six main parts; a top, bottom, pair of sassy shoes, a bag, an accessory, and a layered piece. Follow these rules and every outfit will look effortless and fabulous.

5. STAY FIT: Don't worry, it's not what you think...your clothes have to stay fit! Without a good fit you won't have style. No matter how trendy your outfit is, if it doesn't fit you correctly it will look sloppy. 

NOW GET OUT THERE AND BE FABULOUS!!!