I came across this super chic street style on Elle.com. This outfit is so fierce, I love it! I adore the feminine pleat of the tough (faux) leather skirt. This is the best version of a leather mini I have seen and its not even a glamorous celeb rocking it!

This girl proves that leather can work for day when paired with the right pieces…blouse-y tops and casual shoes!

Her skirt is from Forever21 but unfortunately, it’s no longer available! However, I did find this one for less than $20 as a great alternative!

I love the ruching at the waist and the zipper detail…and while it looks super short on the model, it was much longer in person!

There’s a lot of leather out there for Fall and while I think leather shorts and pants look ab-FAB on models and super tall skinnie-minnies, they’re not for everyone.

It’s a hard look to pull off so if you want to be bold this season with your leather picks, opt for a skirt… or if the skirt still isn’t your thing try a leather jacket like this or a soft leather belt to add a little edge to your closest!

Teeny Bunny House is the brainchild of three southern girls (I knew there was a reason I loved them!) from the Savannah College of Art and Design who now make each and every one of our pieces by hand in their tiny Garment District studio in NYC. All of their materials are locally sourced and the best part, everything retails for under $100!!

Their Saucer earrings and Initial Frame necklace are truly unique pieces you would only find at some amazing market and then run home to tell all of your friends about.  They have such a kitschy, quirky, vintage quality about their designs and that’s what I love most about the collection!

I loved it so much that I wanted one of you to have your very own initial necklace so I asked the girls if they would sponsor a giveaway and they said yes!

To enter to win– all you have to do is follow us both on Twitter: @cheapchicas and @teenyhousebunny (just click the links and then click follow) and then send me a tweet with what letter you want in your necklace if you win!

You could choose your name, your BF’s initial or you could even give the necklace away as a gift to your Mom or BFF!  Good Luck!

PS: They also have a super-cute blog worth checking out: http://teenyhousebunny.com/blog/

NOTE: This is only open to US residents.  Winner will be notified via TWITTER on 9/8.

1. Linda: While we’re still battling the heat, but slowly moving towards the fall season, chiffon tops are the perfect transition piece.  This light, sheer fabric  is feminine and extremely comfortable in hot weather, and when it finally starts to cool down you can layer a cardigan over top for a chic contrast.  I really love the neck detail in this one from Forever 21, but also check out Nordstroms selection for great prices!

2. Jean: One of fall’s must-haves is definitely something military-inspired, and what better way to incorporate this trend into your wardrobe than with a pair of skinny cargo pants in army green? Slide them underneath a brown bootie with a white slub tee for transitional weather or pair ‘em up with a chunky cable-knit as it turns cold. Did I mention these are only $29.00!

3. Lilliana: So even though it’s technically September, the temperatures don’t agree with boot weather so to hold you over before you break out the big guns (Over The Knee boots!) these perforated wedge booties are just the thing! You can wear them with cut-offs now or leather leggings and a big over-sized chunky knit sweater in a few months!

4. Molly: The Leather Jacket is the perfect fall accessory! If real leather isn’t something you have the funds for or you don’t agree with real leather, have no fear! There are an tons of inexpensive faux leather jackets to choose from like this one!

5. Leah: The Maxi Skirt it can be worn with a tee during the lingering warmer days and when it starts to cool down you can add a denim jacket for a casual look. It’s the perfect transition piece! Second, the Maxi look is HUGE this year! You need a least one maxi piece in your closet this Fall!

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I love a great motorcycle jacket anytime of the year, but especially at this time of year! They can transition from day to night and they work no matter what your style!

I just checked out Target’s large selection of moto jackets and I was not disappointed…and you won’t be either.  This is the one that lured me in–simply because this color is so hard to find at a budget friendly pricepoint and when I saw it, it just looked so expensive!

Fit: All of the jackets fit very true to size. Motorcycle jackets do tend to come cropped and that might be the only thing I didn’t love about this jacket.  I’m taller, so it hit a little shorter than I would have liked –right above my waist–but that shrunken look is very in so I’m going to go with it!

Shopper’s Notes: pLeather can look really cheap, but the faux leather used for these jackets loos and feels really expensive!

The one thing I do want to advise is that you skip the “crinkled” options. These are meant to look worn in and vintage-y but IMO they just look rather cheap (in the bad way!).  Stick with the cleaner options like the one pictured above for a more luxurious look!

BTW: If I had a budget for two, this one would be my 2nd choice! Very Rick Owens, minus the $3000 price tag!

An essential piece to pick up when transitioning your wardrobe in the coming seasons is a top or dress that shows a little skin in the shoulders. 

The shoulders tend to get over looked but they are SEXY, plus its a conservative way to show some skin that has a big impact.

Emma Roberts looks gorgeous in this bohemian chic dress. She grabs the essence of this trend, which is effortless and subtly sexy.

While, Emma’s gorgeously embellished dress is probably way out of all our price ranges it doesn’t mean that you can’t try this trend on too!

The easiest way to incorporate this into your everyday is with tops. Look for tops like this one from Aqua (a bit pricey) or one of ASOS many versions.

If you have been eying the cut out trend but found it a little too risque for you try this now!

Then, take this look into fall nights by pairing these tops and tunics with skinny jeans/leggings and some sexy heels.

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I didn’t even know who Jennifer Carpenter was before tonight, but I’m now a huge fan! That dress is TDF and while the one shoulder trend has been done a million times on the red carpet, I’ve never seen it done in full on sequins and with a long-sleeve! So very sexy yet totally understated!  As a huge fan of GLEE, no one on that show can do any wrong in my book but Lea Michele you need to EAT!  She’s beautiful in her Oscar de la Renta gown but she looks like she’s lost way too much weight!  I haven’t liked Claire Danes since My So Called Life, but I love this dress…clearly I’m totally having a sequins moment!

Now for the bad… it was hard to narrow it down because there were so many misses on the carpet but here are ones that were most disappointing.

I’m going to keep this short and sweet because I’m exhausted.  Crazy stalker girl from GLEE, you look like you’re attending a prom in 1984, not cute!  Heidi, we get it…you’re a “hot mom” enough of the super-sexy short dresses.  And Emily Blunt you are usually my fave…but you look miserable in this dress.

Finally, I know I’m going to get so much flack for this, but I kind of loved January Jones in her blue Versace.  That woman oozes confidence and no ONE (well maybe Cameron Diaz) but her could have pulled off that dress.  It’s couture and it needed to have a moment on a red carpet…I love a fashion risk and she gets huge points for being the ONLY one of the entire night!!

So tell me who was your favorite?  Who made your Worst/Best dressed list and like me, are you so tired of all the boring and safe dresses on the red carpet??

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I saw this product in InStyle and I had to try this one! The beauty department at InStyle always has great tips on new beauty products, and I am so glad I tried this one!

With 42 colors to choose from this nail polish is a must have for every season. The product claims to be a 5 in 1…growth treatment, nail strengthener, base coat, color, top coat and on top of all that its quick drying!

Fit: This polish really does live up to its claims. The 5 in 1 totally makes a difference and your nails will have that salon shine with just a few coats. The only slight disappointment…while it is quicker drying than most nail polishes (a few minutes for total dryness) its not as instant as I expected..oh well!

Still, this is a must have beauty buy! I wore it for a week before it began to chip. Plus, the brush is A-MAZING…its over-sized for more coverage and a quicker coat. However, make sure you have a steady hand…not much room for error.

Shopper’s Notes: Aren’t we are always looking to save time in our beauty routines? This polish will last longer than your typical drug store polish but will look just as great as salon brands like OPI and Essie. And $7 is much cheaper than a manicure…not to metnion buying a separate top coat, top coat, quick dry and a nail strengthener!

You can find a list of online retailers here or just check out the makeup aisle at your local drug store, grocery store, or beauty emporium. I listed the price as $7.00 but if you’re lucky you may be able to find a deal and pick up multiples.

If you’ve tried this out already, what are your favorite colors?….I picked up “All Fired Up” for now and “Pat on the Black” which is strikingly similar to OPI’s notorious “Lincoln Park After Dark” for fall.

My ultimate fantasy pick? This unbelievably gorgeous Burberry belted cardigan. Price tag? $605.00.

Sooo, since that is clearly not happening, I took to the Internet and not only found some budget-friendly belted sweaters (all under $100.00! See below. Much better, right?) similar to this one, but a few others that had me going through about 100 fall outfits in my head…

What’s great is that you can even sport a cropped cable-knit (like this one from ASOS!) with a pair of chic shorts for an adorable transitional look… most of these styles are pretty timeless and well worth your money…

You have to love a piece that will take you from cool summer nights right into crisp fall days, am I right?

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Romance is the feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love. And as far as clothing is concerned, there is nothing as romantic as a feminine blouse. Just like the peasant blouse Olivia Palmero is wearing.

The whole outfit just shouts Fall. Peasant blouses are romantic instead of sexy. They have that barley sheer allure to them that shares just enough without giving away anything. There is a sophistication that is coming back to clothing this Fall. And one of the number one items on the forefront of the movement is the Romantic Blouse.

Match a blouse with a pair of trousers or a pencil skirt for work. For a more casual approach match a blouse with a pair of cut off jean shorts. There are many variations of blouses depending on the collars and the sleeves. Pick which style best suites you!

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You never want to go overboard with the military clothing. Don’t wear a camouflage studded shirt, army green cargo pants topped with a utility jacket. This is a sure way to be categorized as a fashion causality. Mix and match it with different textures, fabrics, and colors.

For the work day match a wool patterned pencil skirt, simple blouse or knit top and a cardigan, topped with a skinny colorful belt around he utility jacket. If you’re looking for a more casual weekend look I would wear a military inspired jacket with my favorite air of boyfriend jeans rolled at the ankles, lose fitted tee and a pair of nude/neutral colored heels.

While we are in the last weeks of summer wear this jacket with your favorite sun dress and a pair of moto boots or sandals depending on the weather.

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