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Look for Less: Helen Mirren
Steal Helen Mirren's style...for less.
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If you are shopping on a budget, you can't go wrong with beautiful basics in neutrals. But please, wear them with conviction! Add a single piece with beautiful texture or jaw-dropping drama. Keep your hair neat and makeup bold. And smile -- you know you look beautiful and still have something left in the bank.
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Metro 7 Essential Tank, $5, walmart.com
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Spiegel Silk Velvet Blazer, $59, spiegel.com
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Old Navy Women's Essential Classic Rise Trousers, $29.50, oldnavy.com
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Naturalizer Whitemore Peep Toes, $69, piperlime.com
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Arden B. Foldover Pleated Clutch, $34, ardenb.com
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Fossil Mother of Pearl Dial Sport Watch, $95, dillards.com
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For the red carpet, Helen ditched the darker duds for a cream-colored dress. It was a fresh take on effortless style. Drawing up the hair and makeup was one way to amp up the outfit. Also if it's too warm for a coat like hers, add a lightweight yellow cardigan for a fun pop of color instead.
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Old Navy Pointelle Cardigan, $29.50, oldnavy.com
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Touch Ups Women's Fernanda Pump, $56.95, endless.com
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