Can you tell a splurge versus a steal?
Style guru, Bernadette Vajda, shopped ‘til she dropped to find the same summer trends for both steep and cheap.
Metallics & Shorts:
Look #1 – STEAL
White Metallic sweater from Mango: $39.99
Jockey P2P Tank under Sweater: $28.00
Gap Khaki Shorts: $24.99
Nine West Sandals: $79.00
Hat from a Street Vendor: $10.00
H&M Bracelets: $11.80
Look #1 – SPLURGE
Stefanie Bezaire Glam Knitted Sheer Top available at Madison Plus Select: $64.00
Stefanie Bezaire Brown Shorts available at Madison Plus Select: $98.00
Bloomingdales shoes: $79.00
Bracelets from Bloomingdales stack of 3: $200.00
Ragen Jewels rings (stack of 3): Colorful Pave rings $225.00
Perry Ellis Hat: $39.00
Black & White:
Look #2 – SPLURGE
Ego Soleil Jumpsuit: $600.00
Brian Atwood Shoes: $395.00
‘Comes with Baggage’ Handbag: $288.00
Nadri Bangles available at Bloomingdales
Ragen Jewels Rhodium crystal stacked ring: $75.00
Look #2 – STEAL
Zara Jumpsuit: $59.99
Vintage Clutch: $25.00
Nine West Shoes: $79.00
Earrings: Vintage Closet
Pop of Color:
Look #3 – STEAL
H&M Dress $34.95
Nine West Shoes: $59
Vintage Cuffs: $10.00
H&M Rings: $8.00
Look #3 – SPLURGE
BCBG Dress from Bloomingdales: $178.00
Kate Spade Shoes: $298.00
Bracelet Metallic Cuff: $28.00
Ragen Jewels Rings; Luscious Lips and Arrow rings: $45.00 each