Hi/Lo: Little Black Dress for Less

Something simple, slimming, and sophisticated like these two draped-neck frocks is something that every style maven should have in her closet. As something so easily suited to every occasion, your LBD is as essential as a good pair of jeans.

But just because something is essential doesn't mean you need to drop a heavy dime on it. Net-A-Porter offers the Moschino Cheap and Chic Dress (pictured left) at the not so cheap price of $600, which is why we were thrilled to find its clone in the Constance Dress by Velvet Tees (at right) selling for the fractional price of $160.

Recessionista Rules

Silhouettes aren’t the only slim thing in the fashion arena this season – budgets have become stiflingly slender, and fashion fans worldwide are feeling the pinch. And while we're all doing our best to bear it, some things just shouldn't be done without.

It's official - sensible is the new black. Feel free to skim over that flimsy overpriced frock or the patent pumps with the sky high heels. What every fashionista needs now is an investment.

My recommendation is to look for stylish staples to sustain your wardrobe well past this season. Think along the lines of a pair of well-made boots or a cute coat with solid coverage. Quality and versatility are a good way to get a lot of looks out of these two items alone, saving you money later on even if you splurge a little on them now.

Shop recession friendly boots and outerwear at UrbanMinx for a look that will last.

Juicy Couture Fashion Find

Every fashionista knows the feeling - you fall head over heels for a certain handbag, or that perfect pair of jeans, but when your eyes finally trip over the price tag it's like a punch in the gut.

It's rare to find a fashion piece so similar to overpriced designer duds but at a fraction of the price, which makes us love this Juicy Couture Motorcycle Jacket all the more. It's got every edgy element of that nigh on $800 jacket on the left, but leaves you with a formidable amount of cash left in-pocket.

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