Look for Less - Ladylike Jackets

Ann Taylor anyone? This gorgeous jacket will set you back a cool $260. We hunted down a few more affordable options on one of our favorite fall trends, the ladylike jacket. Style it sweet with pencil skirts, pearls and heels, or tough it up with ripped black skinnies and ankle boots. Either way you look perfectly pulled together. Click the image for the links to purchase.

ladylike jackets by modestlymodern featuring American Eagle Outfitters

LBD's from Target??

A great little black dress is a MUST HAVE in every closet. For us modest gals it can be a challenge to find something that works for a reasonable price. Enter Target, check out these two great modest options with fun details for under $50. These dresses are screaming for some funky tights, cardis and blazers to update them for fall. Click on the image below for the links to purchase.

lbd's by modestlymodern on Polyvore.com

Look for Less - Whitney Port

Whitney Port shows us the right way to mix prints with her fabulous on-trend polka dot blouse tucked into a classic lace pencil skirt. Get the elegant look for less with picks from Fred Flare and Newport News.. Added bonus - the skirt is leather! Amazing! Now all I'm envious of is her gorgeous hair. Oh and killer legs :) Click the image below for the links to purchase.

look for less - whitney by modestlymodern on Polyvore.com

Military Standoff - Wish this wasn't Ridiculously Expensive Wednesday

Swoon for the Free People Military Ruffle Jacket.
Make do with the Alloy version. Sigh. Click on the image for the links to purchase.

military standoff by modestlymodern featuring Free People

Stripeaholics Anonymous

Hi my name is Modestly Modern and I'm a stripeaholic..

Ever since I saw Heidi Klum tuck a flowy black & white stripe tee into wide-leg black trousers on Project Runway. I have been addicted to the stripe sauce! I can't stop.. Enjoy these finds from F21 all under $20. Click the image below for the links to purchase.

stripes by modestlymodern featuring Forever21

Many Apologies...

After a tragedy in the family of a good friend, blogging seemed like something that was so unimportant I couldn't bring myself to do it.. But love of modest clothes brings me back.. Stay tuned..

Look for Less - F21 Rips Off JCrew

And saves you $35 bucks..on a darling ruffle tank. Click the image below for the links to purchase.

f21jcrew by modestlymodern featuring J Crew

Making it Modest - Diane Kruger

Diane Kruger pairs bright yellow & navy for a look thats fun and fresh. I love that this look can be paired with flip flops for a shopping run, or wedges and jewelry for a wedding reception. The color makes these basics pop. Here's how to work Diane's look for $40. Click the images below for the links to purchase.

diane kruger by modestlymodern featuring Forever21

Grab One While You Can...

Rosette Tee - Forever 21. When you find a basic tee that isn't boring, stock up! This tee is dressy enough for Sunday skirts, and casual enough for shorts. It will also look great layered under cozy cardigans for fall and winter.

rosette tee by modestlymodern featuring Forever21

Rocker Chic

The 90's are back in a huge way for fall, and hopefully we can do a better job of rocking the grunge look this time around. I love the look of a graphic tee layered under a plaid button down and torn skinnies. Wearing this awesome outfit would make me want to jam out to Hole and Lisa Loeb while watching My So Called Life and Reality Bites. There's nothing better than a little Jordan Catalano in your life.

nirvana by modestlymodern featuring Forever21

On the Fence... Denim Leggings

Beyonce, Whitney Port and other celebs are rocking denim as the latest trend in leggings. Part denim, part legging these "stretchy pants" (said with a Nacho Libre twist), just may be the perfect answer to modestly modern layering problems. If you are always tossing skinny jeans under too short dresses or tunic tops, get rid of the bumps and thickness caused by pockets by throwing on a pair of these. Think how great they'll slide under fall boots. I think I'm off the fence and giving denim leggings the go ahead.

Denim Leggings $35, Bluefly, click the image below for the link to purchase.

A Moment Of Silence..

For what may be the cutest black skirt I've seen in a long time. The possibilities are endless. This is an item that you will buy and have in your closet for years.

Urban Outfitters $58. Click the image for the link to purchase.

Look for Less - Demi Moore

Demi rocks leopard print - here's how to do it for less. As always, click on the image for the link to purchase. Remember to keep accessories to a minimum to keep it classy.

Urban Outfitters - $58

Kohls - $29.99

Banana Republic - $79.99

Look for Less - Audrina Patridge

I have a confession to make.. I like tie-dye jeans. Whew, now that we got that out of the way, check out how wearable Audrina makes these funky jeans look. Oversized tee, peep toe pumps, cross body bag.. It makes the jeans seem almost like a basic, right? right?

Here is how to get her look for less. Click the image below for the links to purchase the Charlotte Russe bf tee for $11.99, Divine Rights of Denim jeans for $68, Peep-toe Pumps for $41, and cross body chain bag for $19.99

Look for Less - Piped Blazer

Topping the list of must haves for fall is the blazer. Jcrew has this fabulous option in navy blue with white piping that just screams back to school, but comes in a little pricey at $250. To save some cash for other fall purchases, try this version from Aeropostale, now on sale for $40.

Celebrity Inspiration - Elle Macpherson

We can make a button down, faded jeans, a belt, flip-flops and aviators look just as great as Elle Macpherson right? right?? This is a fabulous, classic modest look that can easily be recreated from what is already in your closet.

Mad for Modcloth

This Monday there's a lot to appreciate over at Modcloth. This site does its best to stock only a few sizes in each item so there's little chance of running into someone wearing the same thing. But that does mean that things sell out fast, so if you like it you'd better pick it up quick! Modcloth also stocks interesting one-of-a-kind vintage pieces at affordable prices. Here are our current Modcloth faves.

modcloth by modestlymodern on Polyvore.com

Office Chic - Hot Secretary Meets Blair Waldorf

Finally some dressy shorts that have some length! Enjoy.. and as always click the images for the links to purchase.

secretary by modestlymodern on Polyvore.com

Plaid, Plaid World

Lately I have been feeling ambushed by plaid.. Its everywhere, on everyone, all day, every day! But I haven't seen ANY plaid that comes close to being as cute as THIS plaid. Maybe there's a good reason for all the madness.

Celebrity Inspiration - Sienna Miller

While it would be tough to recreate Ms Miller's amazing look since she is wearing a gorgeous Diane Von Furstenburg dress that is a bit out of the majority of America's price range, we love to see celebrities covered up and looking fabulous. Go Sienna! Air high-five!

Wednesday Wishlist

Courtesy of Lulu's, Express, Forever 21, Wet Seal and Charlotte Russe.. We have the world's most amazing boyfriend blazer (it has studs! drool), the perfect denim pencil skirt with enough detail to still be interesting, a new way to expose your zipper, a versatile bag with just the right amount of rocker embellishment - a great geometric print dress that is screaming for a pair of destroyed skinnies and some awesome 80's style pumps. I guess this week we're a little bit rock n roll.

wednesday by modestlymodern on Polyvore.com

Target Tuesday

If you are sick of cardigans... try this lightweight ruffled shrug. It looks just perfect enough to throw on over anything and everything.. for only $19.99. Click the image for links to purchase

target by modestlymodern on Polyvore.com

Take Me Out To The Ball Game

ball game by modestlymodern featuring Converse shoes

Making it Modest - Blake Lively

Blake Lively always glows and here she works a new trend - the boyfriend shirt.. Here's how to make her darling look work for you.

blake by modestlymodern featuring Nine West shoes

Date Night

This is an outfit full of must haves perfect for a night out. Mixing a fabulous graphic top with pops of color says hello there.. without you having to utter a word. Click on the image for the links to purchase.

date night by modestlymodern on Polyvore.com

Skirting the Issue

Two great options from the GAP in two of our favorite colors for fall. Click on the image for links to purchase.

skirts by modestlymodern featuring GAP

Making it Modest Challenge - Tube Dress

I love what Forever 21 likes to call a dress, it cracks me up every time. The challenge this week is to take this so called "dress" and turn it into something classy and cute. I think it was a success! I love the idea of a graphic stripe tee underneath and roughing up the ruffles with torn black skinnies. Click on the image for the links to purchase.

challenge by modestlymodern featuring Forever21

Slow, Slow, Quick, Quick, Slow

I feel like watching this... while wearing this... It would be impossible to sport this sweatshirt without smiling and busting some moves. I feel a side ponytail coming on. Click the image to purchase.

gjwhf by modestlymodern featuring Forever21

Target Tuesday - Maxi Skirt

We are all loving the maxi dress this summer, but what about the maxi skirt?? Take a cue from Nicole Richie and MK and try a solid black maxi skirt for a change. It looks fresh and new when styled with a white tee and jewelry. Who knows, it may become your new favorite basic.

Xhilaration Maxi Skirt $17

Style Spotlight - Charlotte Russe

Charlotte Russe is stepping up their game. With a new logo, designer collaboration with People's Liberation and fun fall finds like these, I know I'll be visiting much more often.. Click on the image below to purchase.

charlotte russe by modestlymodern on Polyvore.com

Now and Later

A great wardrobe includes pieces that can be worn throughout different seasons. This dress by Forever 21 is a great example of a versatile item that can work in the heat of summer and be just as functional later in the year. Toss on a lightweight cardigan and flat sandals to head to a BBQ, cover up with a jacket, tights and boots and add a scarf to make it work for you year round.

Click on the image below for the links to purchase.

Now & Later by modestlymodern featuring Forever21